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Bay of Islands: Full-Day Tall Ship Sailing Excursion
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Overview
- Set sail for a day on a tall ship
- Help hoist the sails, climb the rigging, take the helm, or relax and enjoy the day
- Hear stories from the knowledgeable crew about the history of the ship and the Bay of Islands
- Enjoy a morning cream tea of scones and jam and a BBQ lunch
Activity location
- Paihia
- Paihia, Northland, New Zealand
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Kororāreka/Russell Wharf, Northland 0202, New Zealand | The R. Tucker Thompson departs from Russell Wharf at 10:00 AM. If you are staying in Russell, please report directly to the ship at the end of Russell Wharf. If you are not staying in Russell, you will require a passenger ferry transfer from Paihia to the Russell Wharf; this is included in the cost of your trip. You can pick up your passenger ferry tickets from I Site Information Centre on the Paihia wharf, please collect these no later than 9.15 AM. The last ferry to meet the ship will depart from Paihia wharf at 9.30 AM, in time to get on board the ship in Russell for a 10:00 AM departure.
- Northland, Northland, New Zealand
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What's included, what's not
- Ferry tickets from Paihia to Russell and return
- Full day of sailing
- Morning cream tea
- BBQ lunch
What you can expect
Catch the breeze and set sail for the day on board the unique tall ship R. Tucker Thompson, built in the tradition of 100-year-old schooners by local Northlanders. She has sailed the world, but today explores the somewhat calmer seas of the Bay of Islands.
The design of the tall ship is based on the Halibut schooners of the north-west coast of America, which were considered fast and easily manned. She has the look of a working ship of the 18th century, purposeful and square-shouldered, but with a touch of style and speed.
The day out can be an interactive experience, so help set the sails, ride on the bowsprit, or climb the rigging. If you prefer, you can relax while the crew does the work. The crew will share stories about the ship, the Bay of Islands and involve you as much or as little as you want.
You’ll enjoy the Devonshire cream tea freshly baked in the galley each morning. The ship is spacious and comfortable and the friendly crew makes this a personal experience, suitable for people of all ages.
At lunchtime the vessel anchors in a secluded bay. Step ashore, take a swim, or try swinging from the yardarm. With all this sea air and activity you'll have a hearty appetite that will be well taken care of by a tasty BBQ lunch cooked on board. After lunch the ship will head back to the historic village of Russell.
The ship is operated as a not-for-profit charitable trust with profits from day sail activities being used to support youth sail training programs over the New Zealand winter. Operating for over 25 years, the ship is Qualmark-approved with a Gold environmental rating.
Location
Activity location
- Paihia
- Paihia, Northland, New Zealand
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Kororāreka/Russell Wharf, Northland 0202, New Zealand | The R. Tucker Thompson departs from Russell Wharf at 10:00 AM. If you are staying in Russell, please report directly to the ship at the end of Russell Wharf. If you are not staying in Russell, you will require a passenger ferry transfer from Paihia to the Russell Wharf; this is included in the cost of your trip. You can pick up your passenger ferry tickets from I Site Information Centre on the Paihia wharf, please collect these no later than 9.15 AM. The last ferry to meet the ship will depart from Paihia wharf at 9.30 AM, in time to get on board the ship in Russell for a 10:00 AM departure.
- Northland, Northland, New Zealand