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Those who wish to find themselves in one of the most beautiful yacht charter areas in the world should seriously consider a charter in New Zealand's Marlborough Sounds.
Marlborough Sounds - New Zealand - Photo by Rob Suisted - Credit to Tourism New Zealand
A Marlborough Sounds yacht charter can be quite mystical and spiritual with a view of soft green mountains downed in native forest meeting still turquoise waters in an endless web of tiny bays. There's no better way to enjoy the Marlborough Sounds, than onboard a charter boat. Can you picture a place so perfect, so still, that you dare not breath? Where the scenery around you, is so awesome, that you find yourself wondering whether you'd stepped onto a canvas? The tiny town of Picton is nestled in a valley of green mountain after green mountain rising up from turquoise waters. The Sounds really will take your breath away, with a beauty of magical proportions.
The best way to see this area is on a charter boat. With over 2000km of quite bays, taking up a fifth of New Zealand's extensive coastline, the Marlborough Sounds is New Zealand's largest protected cruising grounds. Queen Charlotte, Keneperu and Pelorus Sounds, are all adorned with secluded and sheltered bays, beaches, caves and bushwalks. There are also a couple of small marinas in each Sound, with basic charter boat facilities and numerous mooring in most bays.
Photo1: Biking in the Marlborough - Photo by Ian Trafford - Credit to Tourism New Zealand; Photo 2: Marlborough - Home of sauvignon blanc - Photo by John Doogan - Credit to Tourism New Zealand; Photo 3: New Zealand Salmon - Hawkes Bay - Photo by Tourism New Zealand;
The waters are home to mighty Orca, little hector dolphins, seals and in the deeper waters, groper and blue cod. In season, you can dive for scallops and crayfish, and all year round, New Zealand's green-lipped mussels, are at your fingertips. If you'd prefer to keep your hands clean, moor your charter boat at one of the resorts. You can dine at a number of restaurants, where the local produce is prepared fresh, and to perfection. In Queen Charlotte Sound, visit Punga Cove, Furneaux Lodge or the exclusive Bay of Many Coves Resort, for a fantastic meal and a spectacular view. In the Pelerous Sound, the Portage Resort offers great facilities and a small marina.
The types of New Zealand charter yachts available in this area in includes motor yachts, sailing yachts, skippered, crewed yachts, catamaran, power boat, sailboat, luxury yachts and even the occasional super yacht charter.
Whites Bay - Marlborough - Photo by Camilla Stoddart - Credit to Tourism New Zealand
The Sounds are warm and lively in summer, from November to March, providing the perfect sheltered environment for sailing and motor yachts alike. Throughout the rest of the year, although colder, the Sounds take on an incredible stillness and vibrant colour. Because of its geographical location, it always pays to take plenty of warm clothes and some wet-weather gear, as the weather can turn pretty quickly. If your ideal holiday involves stunning scenery, great sailing and calm, crisp days, a New Zealand yacht charter in the Marlborough Sounds will be a delightful experience.
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Client Testimonials
What our clients say about their charter experience.
Positive CharterWorld Customer Review: "Hi Nick, to be perfectly honest I don’t think there was a single thing wrong in any way! The boat and the staff were all terrific! I think we are planning to do it all again in a few years as we had a lazy week and didn’t catch a Marlin….so we would definitely want the boat again, which must speak volumes. Kind regards P - BELUGA" Yacht Charter / Great Barrier Reef / October
Hi Nicolas, Overall, the crew was very good - professional and pleasant. Sporting activities were better organised this year - the guys really knew what they were doing and were doing an outstanding job keeping everyone happy - thats Marc, Billy and Fraser. Great service throughout the trip. I have to mention that we were surprised by the beauty of the islands and Croatia. Since we only went half way, we were thinking of coming back next year and starting further up north. Something to think about. The boat is well maintained. Charter on AUSTRALIS in Croatia.
Dear Reia - As promised, I wanted to provide you with some further feedback on our experience this year on ELEMENT which I am happy to share with other prospective charterers of this yacht. 1) The Captain was superb. He was very informative, welcoming, and in total charge of the team. He knew the area well and was willing to help us in any which way he could so that we would have a wonderful experience. 2) The rooms were wonderful with all the necessary amenities, great working showers and facilities. 3) The layout was also great with nice size sitting areas and deck on top was were we mostly stayed. 4) The "front staff" were the most attentive of the past seven charters we have had: welcoming, extremely pleasant, highly professional, attentive and yet not intrusive. They maintained the cabins is perfect condition. As Ian says, they provided a 7-Star service. 5) Jonathan the chef was superb in his selection of food, the presentation, the quality, and taste. My clothes are a great testament to his abilities as after 5 days on the boat I already feel my clothes to be extremely snug!! 6) Paul, Andy, and David were also some of the nicest people we had met on any of the previous boats. They were very careful that we were safe at all times and enjoyed our activities in the sea. 7) The engineer was also great simply because we as guests did not experience any problems with the boat or the equipment. Overall, I think we should give it a 98 out of 100 score (98 because only God is perfect!) Thanks very much for recommending this yacht. - Chartered in Amalfi, italy in the Western Mediterranean.
Dear Nicolas, - Once again, many thanks for arranging this charter. For the boat - great in terms of overall layout - spacious rooms in brand new condition. Lots of space to move around and plenty of space for 10 passengers. Also good space on the deck - especially on the triboard which is well protected from the sun - we spent a lot of time there. Technically in very good condition - great ventilation and stabilisers. No smell of diesel whatsoever - engine room well pressurised and in immaculate condition. Boat was very stable throughout and not noisy during the night passages. Lots of toys on board - all brand new. They will have their own seabobs next yeat (very popular toy for us and especially the kids). Great idea with the slide from the top deck.. The crew definitely made this a fantastic journey - it will be hard to find better. Great service - discreet and nice without being invasive. Always new decorative touches during lunch and dinner. Candles in the evening. We were pleasently surprised because they had a lot of initiative in that sense. Unpacked our bags and hung everything in a tidy manner. Beds always prepared twice a day. Crew very helpful with the toys - we were very demanding in that sense since we wanted everything prepared for the morning - and we required a lot of stuff to be prepared and in the water. Chef is great - always fresh food and great recepies - this boat deserves to be qualified as a michelin star restaurant. Great breakfast and amazing desserts. So overall - great experience. We would also like to thank you for organising the charter and the embarkment which was very efficient and stress free. I realise that you had to coordinate a lot of things at the last minute. We will be getting in touch with you for our future charters. Charter on AUSTRALIS around Naples & Amalfi.
Hi Amanda - We did have an epic trip that will provide wonderful memories to all the Family for many, many years.... First and foremost, the entire crew, led by Captain John was spectacular to be around... They fully understood the "family dynamics" (having a 7 year old up to an 83 year old) well and catered to all perfectly... They are a absolutely delightful and experienced team of professionals that went above and beyond to make sure we all had a fantastic experience... Sara would love to have any of the "guys" as Manny's as well. They were so good with the two boys. In addition, Alice may be the best Chef on any yacht! Sara and I have been lucky enough to taste food from the best restaurants and chefs in the world, and Alice is at the top... I am not kidding or being gratuitous.. She is worth her weight in gold, not to mention being a lovely person... The boat was also extremely comfortable and we enjoyed all the toys... We even contributed to dinner a couple of nights through Beck's fishing with a couple of Mahi Mahi, some Snapper and even a Lobster...The weather also turned out to be "goldilocks like", not too cold and not too hot! All in all very pleasant. We also all fell in love with the Exumas.... For Sara and me, the second time. This will not be our last time on the Ohana....Appreciate all your efforts on our behalf! CA, Chartered OHANA 154ft, in the Bahamas, June
Trina, Everything was just wonderful !!! The Yacht was great, the crew was awesome, the food was a little too good with everyone gaining an average of 3.5 pounds!! We got much needed family time and R&R. And you did a nice job yourself putting all of this together at the last minute for us. Nice Job!! We will do this again! Thank you for all of your help. TW, Chartered Cat BLISS in the BVI'S, Mar
