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#ExploreSailing
EXPLORE
2018| 2019
BOOK NOW!
Freephone 0800 397 567
exploregroup.co.nz
AUCKLAND
HARBOUR
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UNIQUE
EXPERIENCES EXPLORE
IN AMAZING AUCKLAND
CONTENTS PLACES HARBOUR
Welcome to Auckland, known fondly
4 AMERICA’S
CUP SAILING
EXPERIENCE
2 hours
as the City of Sails. Nestled between
three harbours; Waitematā, Manukau
Beach Haven
Rangitoto
Island
and Kaipara, Auckland is famous
for offering some of the best sailing
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MATCH RACING
3 hours
conditions in New Zealand. Come on
board with us and see for yourself. Waitemata
8 HARBOUR Harbour
1.5 hours Devonport
SAILING CRUISE Our staff are incredibly proud of the place they live and they’re ready
to show you around. Their passion for sailing and their experience is Sailing Route
what sets us apart. With their input and enthusiasm we continue to
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Browns Island
HARBOUR SAILING share our own back yard in very special and unique ways. Every day
1.5 hours brings new experiences, stories and memories for both our crew
LUNCH CRUISE Mission Bay
and our customers.
Our America’s Cup Sailing Experience has become an Auckland Point Chevalier
AUCKLAND
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DINNER CRUISE
2.5 hours
“must do” for many people and is a well-loved and recognised
symbol of the city. As we edge closer to Auckland hosting the
America’s Cup in 2021, come be part of the action as we build up to
this momentous event. It’s an exciting time for us, and the passion
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we hold for this event will be evident as soon as you step on board.
GROUPS 1 hour –
& CHARTER Full day We are a locally owned and managed multi-award winning
EXPERIENCES company. We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to
responsible and sustainable tourism in our local community and
New Zealand wide. We work hard to help protect and enhance the
marine and terrestrial environment through education, sustainable
practices, and financial contribution.
We look forward to having you on this journey with us.
exploregroup.co.nz Welcome to Explore – welcome to Auckland.
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AMERICA’S CUP Duration:
SAILING EXPERIENCE 2hrs
Includes:
AMERICA’S •
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2 hour sailing experience
A unique opportunity to participate as crew on an actual America’s
CUP SAILING
Cup Yacht. Take the helm, exert energy on the grinders or sit back,
relax and enjoy the sail.
• Guidance from our professional crew who will be on hand to assist.
EXPERIENCE Need to know:
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No sailing experience necessary
Please dress to the weather conditions and wear flat soled shoes
Get in early on the action of the 2021 America’s Cup
in Auckland, and come on board and sail an actual Our Vessels:
America’s Cup Yacht. Take the helm to steer on course
or work hard on the grinders to hoist and trim the sails
during this hands on sailing adventure on Auckland’s
Waitematā Harbour.
NZL41 NZL68
Raced by Japan in 1995, placing Originally commissioned in Germany
second in the Louis Vuitton Challenge in 2003, Team New Zealand acquired
against Team New Zealand. and used NZL68 as a trial boat prior to
their 2007 America’s Cup campaign.
Adult
$185.00 Child*
$130.00
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Departs Viaduct Harbour:
November – March 11:00am or 2:00pm
April – October 1:00pm daily
*Minimum age is 10, child is 10-15 years. Prices valid until 30 September 2019.
Additional departure times may be available - please contact us for all sailing times.
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AMERICA’S CUP Duration:
MATCH RACE 3hrs
AMERICA’S
Includes:
• 3 hour sailing experience, as close as you can get to an America’s
Cup race
CUP MATCH •
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Guidance from our professional crew who will be on hand to assist.
No experience necessary
RACING Need to know:
•
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The America’s Cup Match Race operates November- March
Please dress to the weather conditions and wear flat soled shoes
Get ready to batten down the hatches and
compete in an authentic America’s Cup Race. • Please check in for your trip 15 minutes prior to departure
Tack and gybe across the harbour and feel the • This trip is suitable for children 10 years and over
adrenalin, focus and energy it takes to get one • Participation is not compulsory if you prefer to sit back and watch
of these beautiful yachts across the finish line. the action
• The experience includes a full safety briefing before departure
Course:
Conditions permitting, races are
sailed on a windward leeward
course and with a starting
sequence as practiced in the
America’s Cup.
Adult
$199.00 Child*
$135.00
Departs Viaduct Harbour:
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November-March 2:00pm Saturday
(Additional weekly departure at 2:00pm every Thursday,
December-February)
*This trip is suitable for children 10–15 years. Sailings subject to weather and
minimum numbers apply. Prices valid until 30 September 2019.
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HARBOUR Duration:
SAILING CRUISE 1.5hrs
HARBOUR
Includes:
• 1.5 hour sailing experience on Auckland’s Waitematā Harbour
• Informative commentary from our knowledgeable crew about the
SAILING •
harbour and its history
Viewing Auckland city landmarks from the water including sailing
under the Harbour Bridge
CRUISE •
•
Opportunity to help the crew sail this 50ft monohull sailing yacht
Your choice of fresh coffee, tea or a hot chocolate served with
a cookie.
Sail where the wind takes you on Auckland’s
Waitematā Harbour. What better way to experience Need to know:
the City of Sails, than to sail under the harbour bridge • Please dress to the weather conditions and wear flat soled shoes
and back past some of Auckland’s famous landmarks • Bring your camera
on this informative 1.5 hour cruise. • Check in to your cruise 15 minutes before departure
Adult
$99.00 Child*
$60.00
Departs Viaduct Harbour:
10:30am & 3:15pm Daily
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November - March 1:00pm
*Children: 5-15 years, under 5yrs free
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HARBOUR SAILING Duration:
LUNCH CRUISE 1.5hrs
HARBOUR
Includes:
• 1.5 hour sailing experience on Auckland’s Waitematā Harbour
• Informative commentary from our knowledgeable crew about
SAILING •
the harbour and its history
View Auckland’s landmarks from the water, including sailing under
the Harbour Bridge
LUNCH • Opportunity to help participate as crew and learn the basics
of sailing
CRUISE
• Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch on board consisting of a sandwich,
sweet treat, a piece of fruit, tea and coffee
• Relax with a wine or beer purchased from our fully licensed
Sit back, relax and enjoy lunch with a view on our bar on board
Harbour Lunch Cruise. Set sail and experience Need to know:
Auckland’s famous landmarks from the water, as • We can cater to any dietary needs, please let us know at time
well as informative commentary from our crew, all of booking
whilst enjoying a delicious picnic lunch on board. • Please dress to the weather conditions and wear flat soled shoes
• Bring your camera
• Check in to your cruise 15 minutes before departure
Adult
$119.00 Child*
$80.00
Departs Viaduct Harbour:
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November – March: 1:00pm
*Child: 5-15 years, under 5 years free. Must be 18 years and over to be
served alcohol.
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HARBOUR SAILING Duration:
DINNER CRUISE 2.5hrs
HARBOUR
Enjoy canapés and a welcome drink as you set sail onto the
Waitematā Harbour. For the main course choose between
dining in the downstairs cabin or on deck to take in the
iconic sights of the Auckland Harbour. To finish the evening
SAILING off, savour your dessert course as we leisurely sail back to
Auckland’s vibrant Viaduct Harbour.
DINNER Includes:
•
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2.5 hour sailing experience on Auckland’s Waitematā Harbour
Welcome drink of your choice served on arrival
CRUISE •
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Enjoy a three-course meal on board served by our crew
Informative commentary from our knowledgeable crew about the
harbour and its history
Immerse yourself in Auckland’s Harbour • Fully licensed bar is available on board for additional drinks
setting and unwind with a three-course meal
on the water. Set sail and take in Auckland’s Need to know:
spectacular scenery as the sun lowers in the sky. • Please let us know your dinner order at the time of booking. We can
also cater to any dietary requirements.
• Please dress to the weather conditions and wear flat soled shoes
• You must book this cruise at least 3 hours before the departure
time so that we can cater to your dinner order.
• Check in to your cruise 15 minutes before departure
• Children must be 5 years and older for this cruise
Adult
$145.00 Child*
$99.00
Departs Viaduct Harbour:
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6:00pm Daily
*Children: 5-15 years. Must be 18 years and over to be served alcohol.
Dietary requirements can be catered for, please advise at time of booking.
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GROUPS & CHARTER
EXPERIENCES
GROUPS
Feel the thrill of racing an America’s Cup Yacht, set sail to
Waiheke Island or enjoy a relaxed sail around the stunning
Auckland Harbour. Our diverse fleet and range of experiences
provide a unique platform to cater to a wide range of
& CHARTER requirements, including but not limited to:
• Conference activities • VIP experiences
EXPERIENCES
All our vessels are available for exclusive hire –
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Hen & Stag parties
Client hosting
Team building
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America’s Cup 2021
Incentive groups
Christmas parties
• Staff functions
contact us to discuss your group requirements and
we can customise our product to suit your needs. Contact our events team to discuss your requirements and create
a unique, tailored experience that your group will be talking about
long after the day.
Vessel Specs
Capacity
Harbour Cruising Yachts Length Mast Height (Persons)
Challenger: 50ft 72ft 20
Courageous: 50ft 72ft 20
Defiance: 50ft 72ft 20
America’s Cup Yachts
NZL41: 78ft 113ft 30
NZL68: 78ft 113ft 30
Maxi Yachts
Steinlager 2: 78ft 113ft 30
Lion New Zealand: 78ft 112ft 30
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Pricing on request
Please contact 0800 397 567 or events@exploregroup.co.nz
for more information.
LOVE YOUR
AUCKLAND
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Conditions: Conditions: Prices in this brochure are valid to 30 September 2019. Booking may 20%
be cancelled without penalty up to 24 hours before departure of the trip. Cancellations within
24 hours and no shows are subject to 100% cancellation charge. We recommend our guests
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should hold a comprehensive travel insurance policy in case of any unexpected changes in
their travel plans that may incur a cancellation fee. Please Note: Some trips are adventure
activities and are not recommended for pregnant women and people with medical conditions,
please consult Explore Group prior to departure. To the extent permitted by law, all our liability
for your property or disruption to travel plans is excluded. This exclusion is subject to any
rights or remedies you may have under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993. All departures
are subject to demand, wind and weather conditions. Explore Group Limited and associated
companies reserve the right to alter proposed routes or cancel any departure in the interest of
passenger safety or comfort. Prices are subject to change without notice. Please note if you do
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