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New Zealand is renowned for some of the best sailing conditions in the world hosting pristine scenery and clear clean waters.  Sailors from New Zealand have been welcomed throughout the world for their skills and experience.  Stephen - your skipper has been on the water all his life and has spent many years sailing his favorite cruising grounds in the Bay Of Islands, the jewel in the crown of the North Island.

The Sailors Stephen and Sue

Stephen has sailed Kingfisher to the South Islands' Marlborough Sounds and back via the West Coast of the North Island, and has also crewed on other yachts in trips to Tonga, Fiji and on our other charter yacht Kama Lua from Tasmania in the South of Australia to Bluff at the bottom of the South Island.

 

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Sue also has a long history of sailing and has experience as a waterwise instructor, teaching many 10-11 year olds the rudimentary basics of sailing in small craft. Stephen is also known for his photography and is happy to record your experience to remember your perfect day

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THE BAY OF ISLANDS

Auckland and the Bay of Islands, where Kingfisher sails is where the majority of sailing is enjoyed. The Bay Of Islands also has the advantage of a mild warm climate, which means we can sail all year round – no wonder it is referred to as the winterless north.

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On leaving Russell sail out through the many islands in the Bay of Islands stopping for lunch in a sheltered picturesque bay. With a small number of guests we can be flexible on destination and preferences such as fishing, swimming, long walks on the beach or feeling the breeze in your hair as you try your hand at sailing - find out why New Zealanders are so good at this sport. So come sail with us in paradise and take advantage of our extensive knowledge of the beautiful Bay of Islands setting out from romantic Russell, one of New Zealand’s most historic settlements.