Bay of Islands Game Fishing and/or Sightseeing

Paihia, Russell & Tutukaka Big game fishing, light tackle fishing, cruising & sightseeing on a private charter.

Grand Cru Charters will tailor a charter specifically to meet your individual requirements; whether you wish to "catch a big one", fish for one day or longer,  or maybe just cruise and experience the many wonderful delights of the Bay of Islands and along Northland's East Coast.

Specialising in

• Big Game Fishing targeting Marlin, Tuna & Kingfish

• Light Tackle Fishing, targeting Snapper and Kingfish on 6 & 8kg line

• Bay of Islands Swordfish Club Fishing Tournaments - Contact us for Dates

• Cruising, sightseeing, swimming, snorkeling or just relaxing in a Bay 

Fishing & Sightseeing areas:

• Bay of Islands including the Hole in the Rock
• Tutukaka Coast including the Poor Knights Islands
• Whangaroa Harbour including the Cavalli Islands

Main Departure point is from Bay of Islands Marina, Opua; however pick ups can be arranged from Paihia Wharf or Russell Wharf if required.

Charter Options

Full Day (10 hrs) Fishing Charter
Our Full Day Private Fishing Charter is tailored specifically to your individual requirements. Let us know what fish you wish to target whether it be Snapper, Kingfish, Tuna or Marlin. Included: fishing gear, bait, tea, coffee, water, Skipper, Deckhand. Maximum 6 persons. Please bring a packed Lunch. Cost from NZ$2,250-$2,650 depending on the number of persons and target species. Please contact us, let us know number of persons, target species and we will be happy to provide a Quote.

Overnight Fishing Charter
Fish for Longer and experience the Full Package by staying on board Grand Cru at the end of each awesome day/s fishing. Grand Cru is available for charter for as many days/nights as you wish to experience. You can fish for whatever species you would like to target as well as combining a bit of relaxation time if you wish.  Minimum 2 day / 1 Night Charter applies.  Maximum 4 persons.   Included: fishing gear, bait, tea, coffee, water, Skipper, Deckhand.  Cost for 2 days & 1 night is from NZ$4,300-$5,850 depending on the number of persons, target species, catered or non-catered. Please contact us, let us know number of persons, target species and we will be happy to provide a Quote.

Full Day Sightseeing Cruise
Grand Cru can take you on a sightseeing cruise where you can relax on board while exploring the beautiful Bay of Islands, including The Hole in The Rock (Motukokako [Piercy] Island). Charter includes a BBQ lunch in a sheltered Bay, swimming, snorkeling, relaxing onboard or going ashore for a walk on one of the islands if you wish.  Maximum 6 persons.   Cost from NZ$1,850-$2,250 depending on the number of persons. Please contact us, let us know the number of persons and we will be happy to provide a Quote.

Bookings are essential.  Send us an Email enquiry and let us know how we can help in providing you with the trip of your dreams.  

We look forward to hearing from you, tailoring a charter especially for you and providing you with a Quote.

Launch Details

• 2004 Capricorn Cruiser

• 42' overall length

• Marine Surveyed to a maximum of 6 persons + 2 crew

• Twin 360hp Volvo Penta turbo diesel engines

• Flybridge

• Game rigged

• Live bait tank, tuna tube, saltwater deck wash

• Cockpit has teak flooring, transom door to swim platform (duck board) with ladder water entry, and hand-held freshwater hot/cold shower

• Inflatable dingy with Yamaha outboard on foredeck with crane hoist

• Generator providing 240V

• Galley is fully equipped including crockery, utensils, and cooking equipment

• Cooking: gas BBQ, electric BBQ, 2-burner cook top, and microwave/convection oven

• Refrigeration: fridge in galley, fridge on flybridge, large fridge/freezer in cockpit

• Saloon features dining table with leather seating

• Sleeps up to 6 persons (4 anglers plus 2 crew)

• Master Stateroom: Queen sized bed

• Side Cabin: Single (upper bunk) and Double (lower bunk)

• Saloon: Double + Single

• Both cabins are excellently appointed with hanging lockers, drawers and mirrors.

• Bathroom with separate shower cubicle

• Free to Air satellite TV in both the saloon and the master stateroom

• DVD player

• CD stereo

• Reverse cycle air conditioning (cool/heat)

Address:

12 Bayview Road
Paihia

Phone: +64 27 928 2072

Mobile: +64 21 295 0508

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