Te Vaka
Te Vaka is a high-performance, modern, offshore cruising sloop yacht based in the Bay of Islands.
With graceful racing lines, this powerful 60ft yacht has graceful racing lines offers an amazing sailing adventure.
Sail New Zealands stunning north, from Auckland to Cape Reinga, including the Hauraki Gulf and of course, The Bay of Islands. Sail northwards to the Cavallies, or south towards Great Barrier Island.
Offshore passages to New Caledonia and Vanuatu are also available.
Custom-design your own extended Bay of Islands sailing cruise and we'll provide the rest.
Here's some of our options, all prices in NZ$, inclusive of GST taxes, and subject to change (please contact us using the form below to check) :
We cater for special diets, please let us know in advance.
Exclusive Sailing / Liveaboard Package
Sail the beautiful clear waters of the Bay of Islands, taste local wines and food, anchor off secluded islands. Our Eco-cruising has an emphasis on Marine wildlife, often seeing dolphins and whales.
2 days / 1 night
$1,200 - max 1 person
$750 - pp max 2 people
$725 - pp max 4-6 people
• Transfers available from local airport, for small fee
• Personal friendly service
• Welcome aboard drink
• All meals and soft drinks included (Cocktails, local wines and beer available to buy)
• Snorkeling, fishing, swimming, kayaking - loads of activities
• Discover local culture, marine life and history
• Hot showers and clean bathroom facilities
• All bedding and linen included
Exclusive Day Charters
$800 - 2 people
$1,100 - 4 people (Larger groups negotiable)
• Depart 9am, back 7pm
• Tea & coffee
• Kiwi wines/beer available to buy
• Complimentary drink before lunch
• Non alcoholic drink included
• Delicious fresh lunch made on board
• Island stopover
• Snorkeling, kayaking, swimming
• Sunset sail back home
Day Sailing (non exclusive)
$110 pp
• Depart Russell 9.30am Paihia 10am, back 4pm
• Morning tea & coffee
• Light fresh lunch on board
• Wine and alcoholic drinks available to buy
• Island stopover
• View local marine life
• Snorkeling, kayaking, swimming, nature walks
Sunset Cruise
$55 pp
(Groups: pickup available from Opua, Paihia, Waitangi, depending on tide - price negotiable)
• Sunset sail (Depart 5pm, back 7pm Russell)
• Complimentary glass of NZ wine, beer or seasonal fruit cocktail
• NZ wines available to buy
• Complimentary Hu'uevo platters
Private Functions
Price on application
• Corporate meetups
• Team building incentives
• Weddings
• Cultural cruises