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Bay of Islands

Explore the dramatic coastline with golden beaches, secluded coves and tranquil harbours. Northland’s Bay of Islands is a land rich in unique nature and history. For those that love beaches and water activities, it’s paradise. There are over 140 islands within the bay full of natural beauty and inhabited by native wildlife on land and sea. Ten of the larger islands available to walk and explore.

Each town in the Bay has its own unique culture and lifestyle from the popular tourist destination of Paihia to the calming historic atmosphere of Waitangi. The Bay of Islands was where the first European settlers arrived, and where they forged the first relationships with local Maori. The Treaty of Waitangi became the founding document for our new nation on February 6, 1840 and every year the treaty is celebrated at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds. Russell, New Zealand’s first capital is also situated in the Bay of Islands.

Overall New Zealand’s climate is temperate but the Bay of Islands has a subtropical climate. Although we have fantastic weather all year round, some of the best weather to take a yacht charter in the bay is between the warmer, drier months of November and April. The prevailing winds are south-west through north-west between November and April.

In the “Winterless North” temperatures can reach 25° C (75° F) between June and September. Frosts are quite rare and not heavy. Summer temperatures reach the lower 30s° C (90° F).

Call +64 21 581 070 or enquire today about the best time to book your luxury motor yacht charter in the Bay of Islands.

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Testimonials

An exceptional week’s charter. I seldom find I can say this, but what Alan, Karen & Conrad provided was beyond my expectation. A truly memorable and enjoyable time was had by all!
Christopher JohnstonBeachampton, UK
When I did the research and read “Bucket List” I thought “This could be it!” I wasn’t wrong! An absolutely amazing day that none of us will ever forget. Thank you for your wonderful hospitality, great food and astounding fun-filled water activities on this truly beautiful vessel. With love and hugs from your newly adopted family members.
Deb, David, James & TomANZ Bank corporate outing
My daughter, Camille, booked this amazing birthday weekend for my 30th!!! Birthday. We all had a marvellous time – fishing (caught 3 snapper for dinner) & Sam dived with Conrad (skipper) for scallops which we dined on that night with crayfish on the BBQ. Alan & Karen were very hospitable, taking us to gorgeous bays, beaches & fabulous walks. Many, many grateful thanks- we all had a super time – the best birthday I could ever have asked for, thanks family. Hope to be back for more than a weekend!
ChristinaHamilton, NZ
Thank you all SO much for the wonderful trip. You’re all warm, friendly and incredible hosts. The sun you ordered was much appreciated. Elias loved the homemade pizza and French toast. Zane loved the swimming and tubing. We’ll be sure to go home and tell everyone they need to check off the Bucket List in New Zealand!
The Fipke FamilyWest Vancouver
Thank you so much for a wonderful week of family fun, eating crayfish, and mussels in Karen’s Thai curry, yum. Our wonderful skipper who kept us safe and of course I must mention Trout Valley & Cecelia, and dear old Moet. I loved climbing Rawhiti hill, I want to be buried there, on top of the world with my Maori brothers. I nearly forgot your fresh bread Karen, mmm. I could fill up the pages ahead retelling the wonders of New Zealand’s green seas, rugged scenery and sitting serenely in the beautiful bays, sleek, spacious, “State of the Art” Alan & Karen’s Bucket List beauty.
Maree GaingerVictoria, Australia

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