Auckland · Hauraki Gulf
Fishing charters & harbour cruises in Auckland
Auckland's largest fishing charter and harbour cruise boat. Private group fishing charters, party boats, Christmas functions and Hauraki Gulf adventures aboard MV Koru — 10 to 40 people.
- Auckland's largest charter boat
- 10 – 40 passenger groups
- DOC & Auckland Council licensed
- Fully licensed bar
- 10–40 Passenger groups
- 50+ yrs Crew experience
- 5 ★ Google & Tripadvisor
- Z Pier St Marys Bay, Auckland
Charter Options
Pick your day on the water
Two ways aboard MV Koru — Auckland's largest charter boat, set up for big groups, great fishing and unforgettable harbour cruises.
Auckland Fishing Charters
Inshore Hauraki Gulf fishing for private groups of 10–40, aboard MV Koru. Ample fishing space, BBQ, kitchen, licensed bar and a skilled crew who know the gulf inside out.
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Party Boat & Harbour Cruises
Cruise the Waitemata Harbour for your work function, Christmas party or special celebration. BYO drinks, BBQ, sound system, and your own slice of Auckland's stunning backyard.
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Independently owned. Obsessed with the Gulf.
Ultimate Charters is an independently owned and operated specialist charter business with a team of skippers, deckhands and crew with over 50 years combined experience on the Hauraki Gulf.
Our goal is simple: deliver nothing but outstanding experiences in the beautiful surroundings of the Hauraki Gulf and New Zealand's incredible coastal waters - whether you're chasing a trophy snapper, throwing a corporate function, or showing visiting friends a side of Auckland they'll never forget.
We're licensed by the Department of Conservation (DOC) and Auckland Council to visit pest-free conservation islands, and we take that privilege seriously.
Our Boat
MV Koru — Auckland's largest charter boat
Our flagship vessel is a versatile fishing and cruising machine. Ample fishing space on the lower deck, a superb upper deck to chill out, large BBQ, kitchen and a sound system — and a crew that makes the day what it is.
- Max passengers
- 40 + crew
- Recommended fishers
- Up to 25 at once
- Decks
- Lower fishing + upper viewing
- Galley
- Large BBQ, kitchen, bar
- Tech
- Sound system, Simrad electronics
- Toilets
- Two onboard
What our customers say
Auckland's most-loved charter operator
See for yourself why Ultimate Charters is consistently rated as Auckland's preferred fishing charter and harbour cruise.
Fantastic day yesterday thanks Ultimate Charters! Awesome skipper, heaps of fish, flat water, amazing memories made! Thanks for all your help making the trip so memorable — a team who really care about their customers’ experience. Google needs 6 stars for you guys.
Superb day on the water — Gannets working, heaps of Dolphins, Brydes Whales, Orca and a full bin of BIG snapper. Outstanding!!
Great crew and boat! Awesome day out with our team and fishing was brilliant. Definitely be back!!
Amazing trip and a great way to see the Hauraki Gulf. We caught plenty of fish and saw gannets, dolphins and whales. An excellent adventure.
Incredible!! “Ultimate” does not even begin to describe your charter! We have had the best day fishing — THANK YOU!
Booked Koru for our end-of-year function and the team went above and beyond. Catering was sorted, the bar was open, and we ended up in a sheltered bay with the music on. Best work do we’ve had.
Recent days on the water
From the boat
A glimpse of what your day with Ultimate Charters can look like.
Ready to plan your day on the water?
Call us anytime or send a message — we'll help you choose the right charter, pick a date and lock it in.