Hauraki Gulf Eco Sailing Adventure | La Vacanza Travel

Hauraki Gulf Eco Sailing Adventure

Duration: 7 hours
Destination: New Zealand, Auckland, Waiheke Island
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  • 7 hours
  • Waiheke Island
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Discover the outer Hauraki Gulf aboard the 41-foot catamaran Pacific Star, with daily departures from Waiheke Island.

We’ll stop at a pest-free island for a guided walk, plus you’ll have opportunities for swimming, snorkelling and stand-up paddleboarding.

Our guide will help you learn about the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park, its islands and people. You’ll spot seabirds and may see dolphins, and even whales, as we glide along with the wind in our sails.

This unique eco adventure is the only day sailing trip offered in the outer gulf and departing from Waiheke Island.

If you’d like to take the helm or help us trim the sails, skipper Bruce will be happy to show you the ropes.

Your itinerary will depend on the wind direction and weather, so that we can give you the most enjoyable and comfortable experience.

What Can You Expect?

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Waiheke Island, Waiheke Island, North Island

We’ll stop at a pest-free island for a guided walk, plus you’ll have opportunities for swimming, snorkelling and stand-up paddleboarding.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Hauraki Gulf, Auckland Central, Auckland New Zealand

Our guide will help you learn about the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park, its islands and people. You’ll spot seabirds and may see dolphins, and even whales, as we glide along with the wind in our sails.

Duration: 5 hours

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions
  • Stand-up paddleboard
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Guided walk on a pest-free island

Exclusions
  • Ferry to/from Waiheke Island (tickets can be purchased from us)

Additional Info

  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability

Departure Point

Departure Point

Fullers360 Matiatia ticket office, 1 Ocean View Road, Oneroa, Auckland 1081, New Zealand


Departure Time

09:45 AM


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Duration & Voucher Info

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

7 hours

Cancellation Policy

User's Reviews

Travel10852737093

25 Mar, 2024

We took a catamaran out with Bruce to Tiritiri Matangi Island. Not only was the island itself an incredible experience but Bruce was an outstanding and informative host. He let us try our hand at sailing, provided excellent food, and was a fantastic companion overall. Had a great time and couldn't recommend this enough!

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10 Mar, 2024

Wind and sailing were excellent. Captain Bruce let us sail quite a bit. We also had a walk on Tiritiri Matangi island that had amazing birds and views. His lunch spread was also top-notch.

stevewF5858HN

09 Feb, 2024

Sail adventure of a lifetime. Bruce was excellent. First class excursion with no shortcuts. Lunch was exceptional. Did several activities including paddle boarding and hiking on an island in the gulf. Highly recommend!

AniHaf

06 Mar, 2023

We had a fabulous day out on board Pacific Star with skipper Bruce and walking guide Lucie. Can’t think of a better way to explore and learn about the history and wildlife of the Hauraki Gulf. We dropped anchor in a lovely bay for a spot of kayaking and swimming and then enjoyed a delicious platter in the sunshine. Later we landed on one of the islands and Lucie took us on a short hike where she shared plenty of insights about the local flora and fauna and Māori culture. If you want to learn a bit about sailing Bruce is happy to show you - my dad enjoyed taking the helm for a while and his dream of owning his own Cat has been reignited! Thanks again!

DHES

23 Jan, 2023

What a fantastic day!! First visit to Tiritiri Matangi and wonderful way to do it. Hobbs Beach absolutely stunning followed by excellent guided walk through the bird reserve to the Lighthouse and back for a lovely lunch on Pacific Star. Bruce and Gabrielle were excellent hosts and our day on Pacific Star lived up to all expectations and more.

User's Picture Gallery

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Fantastic day out on a catamaran

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Splendid day offshore!

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The perfect way to explore the Hauraki Gulf

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Cruising from Waiheke by luxury catamaran

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