Perfect Holidays in the Bay of Islands
Date: December 23, 2019
Passengers: 8
Skipper: Jonny
Weather: Choppy, swell of up to 1 metre at times, sunny
Crew: Sam and Nicole
Wind: South West 15 Knots
Overnight Anchorage: Electric Bay
Snorkel Spot: Northern side of Palm Beach
Island Visit: Roberton Island
Wildlife: Snappers, Kina
Skipper's Log:
Today was a sunny day — the most beautiful weather we'd had all week.
An absolute awesome cruise. Guests: a couple from Australia in their forties (well-travelled, knowledgeable about all the other guests' home countries); a young couple from Denmark on holiday; two lads from Germany who had both been working in New Zealand and met in Kerikeri; and a couple from Argentina who joined and blended straight into the mellow vibe of the day. Safe to say our foreign guests might consider moving to New Zealand after their cruise in the Bay of Islands.
An interesting cruise with a full demographic, even though only 6 guests stayed overnight. Activities on day one: kayaking, snorkelling, dusk fishing, target shooting, island exploration, paddle-boarding — all equipment provided on board. Nothing beats outdoor activities in a beautiful setting.
Day two: trekked at Roberton Island, hiking through the surrounding nature. The crew led the island exploration with full energy, creating a great group dynamic. A highlight was the wide-ranging conversations about travel, instigated by Sonja but joined in by everyone.
The Bay of Islands is home to some of the best beaches in New Zealand — beautiful for swimming, famous for its sunsets. A holiday you're sure to remember.
Activities on offer: stargazing, island walks, kayaking, dusk fishing, snorkelling, paddleboarding, birdspotting, target shooting, and more.
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Source: Rock the Boat NZ | rocktheboat.co.nz