Great Barrier Island is a fantastic destination for boating and sailing due to the sheltered coves and bays tucked away around the island. It is recommended that sailors closely monitor the marine forecast, as the conditions are easily changeable.
The surrounding coves and bays on the island make Great Barrier a boaties' favourite and sailing to the island is a popular form of transport. Extreme care should be taken along the eastern side of the island in easterly conditions. Whangaparapara Harbour, Tryphena Harbour, Shoal Bay and Port FitzRoy all provide safe anchorage.
Access by pleasure boat is available at Port FitzRoy, Whangaparapara, Okupu and Shoal Bay. All wharves other than Port FitzRoy are administered by Auckland City Council and fees may apply.
For details on the fees and use of these wharves contact the HGI Wharves and Airfields co-ordinator on +64 9 307 7626.
Enterprise III is a luxurious 65ft traditional wooden ketch which offers a variety of options including day sails, overnight, extended and homestay packages.
Prices from $150pp (min 4 people).
Email: enterprise3@xtra.co.nz
Website: www.enterprisecharters.co.nz
Whether you want to learn to sail or extend your existing skills, experienced and qualified instructors will enable you to make the most of the breeze. 4.5 metre skiffs for 1 or 2 people, and RIB rescue boats.
The Lady Hillary is available for full and half day charters from Karaka Bay to local surrounds for fishing and diving adventures.
For more information phone (09)429 0762, email opcgreatbarrier@ruralinzone.net, visit www.opc.org.nz or view their brochure here.
Port Fitzroy
Great Barrier Island
Phone: 0800 235 628
Email: tony@fitzroyhouse.co.nz
