Sail NZ

 

Enjoy the thrill of Yacht Racing or Sailing NZ in comfort on Lion New Zealand. Choose one of Explore NZ's New Zealand Activities, sailing Auckland in an America's Cup yacht or the popular Swim with the Dolphins and Bay of Islands sailing Combo.

 

Auckland 'City of Sails', your gateway to New Zealand is a blend of islands, glistening harbours and a modern city consistently ranked amongst the best lifestyle cities in the world. The Maori name for Auckland is Tamaki Makau Rau, or "maiden with 100 lovers".

 

America's Cup Sailing Experience >>

Sail a real America's Cup yacht in Auckland. A winning start to your vacation in New Zealand. Help sail the yachts or just enjoy what Auckland Harbour has to offer you. No experience necessary!

 

America's Cup Match Racing >>

Match race former America's Cup yachts on Auckland's Waitemata Harbour. You will experience the thrill of the pre-start, and then help plan your strategy to be first over the finishing line.

 

Auckland Whale/Sail Adventure Combo >>

Discover Auckland's Waitemata Harbour and the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park, sailing America's Cup yachts then view dolphins and whales.

 

Bay of Islands, 'Birthplace of a Nation', is situated only three and a half hours drive north of Auckland.

Made up of 144 islands this picturesque region has arguably the best climate in New Zealand and is a world class playground for numerous outdoor activities.

 

Lion New Zealand - The Ultimate Day Sail in the Bay of Islands >>

New Zealand’s most famous maxi yacht, winner of the infamous Sydney to Hobart and raced in the 1985 Whitbread Round the World Yacht Race by the late Sir Peter Blake.

 

Bay of Islands Dolphin/Sail Combo >>

Join the morning Swim with the Dolphins cruise, then transfer on to Sail NZ’s Lion New Zealand in time for lunch, kayaking, snorkelling or exploring ashore.

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