Why book a Private Charter?
Perfect for a family getaway, birthday, anniversary or engagement with friends, and work team building. Accommodation, 3 meals a day and a variety of activities from the comfort of a large stable platform. Eight cabins. Maximum capacity 42.
Charter The Rock for a day, an overnight, or multiple nights - whatever shape suits your group. Jonny will tailor the itinerary around your dates and crew.
Meet Jonny
Jonny Greener · Owner
Jonny has owned The Rock since 2007. These days he runs things from Thailand, where he and Sarah moved in 2024 while he rebuilds after a serious osteoporosis diagnosis in 2019 that kept him off the boat for several seasons. Erin skippers The Rock now. Jonny handles every charter enquiry personally and is across the operations daily.
He still gets back to Paihia to kick off the season. His daughter Scarlett grew up on The Rock, still heads out on trips when the family is home, and will talk to anyone who'll listen about marine conservation. Sharks particularly.
If you want to talk through a private charter, reach out directly. You'll get Jonny.
0800 762 527 · jonny@rocktheboat.co.nz
"We chartered The Rock for our engagement party and it was hands down the best 3 days of our lives. Jonny and the crew were a gift - less like staff and more like guests that helped out."
- Derry Brown, NZ
What can we expect?
- Paintball (target shooting) at sea
- Fishing - rods and bait supplied
- Snorkel and explore the life under the water
- Collect kina to try
- Guided island walk to a famous viewpoint
- Night kayaking through bioluminescence
Tailored for your group
- Schools & student groups
- Corporate events & team building
- Boot camp venue
- Health & wellness retreat venue
Ready to plan? Call 0800 762 527 or email jonny@rocktheboat.co.nz.
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