New Zealand Superyacht Charter Adventures

By Editorial Team 21 August 2014

Already a hit on the internet, this fantastic video by Tourism New Zealand follows a family embarking on an unforgettable New Zealand yacht vacation on board their superyacht ‘Big Blue’.

Compared to the glittering Côte d’Azur and the idyllic Virgin Islands, New Zealand may not be the first destination that comes to mind when thinking of a luxury yachting vacation, but these spectacular South Pacific cruising grounds are rapidly growing in popularity. From cosmopolitan cities to vast expanses of wilderness and idyllic outlying islands, it is unrivalled for diversity and an ideal choice for the discerning traveller looking for adventure and picturesque luxury in equal measure.

Charter guests can enjoy New Zealand's wild mountainous landscapes

Superyacht Belle Aimee guests scuba diving in New Zealand

With an ever demanding charter market requiring increasingly experiential travel, destinations such as New Zealand and other far-flung locations in the Pacific are becoming more and more appealing. In the film, the Mayer family describe their many adventures and unique experiences together cruising from Ninety Mile Beach down to Milford Sound – offering an insight into what charter clients could expect from an itinerary there. Delisa Mayer commented ‘around every headland you come across there is something new, something gripping – it’s exciting!’

around every headland you come across there is something new, something gripping – it’s exciting!
Delisa Mayer

Auckland's striking city and waterfront landscape

The cultural and geological diversity of New Zealand combined with its fantastic superyacht facilities have meant that in recent years some of the most impressive vessels on the global charter fleet have been venturing outside the more traditional Mediterranean and Caribbean yachting hot spots. At one point in the video the iconic 119m/390ft superyacht ‘A’ can be seen gliding throught the waters and charter yachts such as the 56m/184ft sailing yacht ‘Mondango 3’ and the 52m/1761ft Amels motor yacht ‘Belle Aimee’ are now hosting charters in the South Pacific, New Zealand, Southeast Asia and beyond.

One of New Zealand's North Island beaches

Spectacular views from MYY Mondango 3's decks

A hub of superyacht activity throughout the year and home to many of New Zealand’s shipyard’s, the bustling metropolis of Auckland is one of the most popular destination points on a New Zealand charter itinerary. With a scattering of beautiful beaches, rainforests, volcanic cones and islands, Auckland is not only naturally beautiful but also offers great shopping and outstanding food and wine. Marlborough Sounds is also a must-see, its collection ancient sunken river valleys filled with the waters of the Pacific Ocean backed by forests and sandy bays to create the ultimate escape in nature’s playground.

For further information about booking a crewed charter yacht in New Zealand, contact your preferred yacht broker.