Fishing charter or harbour cruise: which one suits a work group
How to choose between a fishing charter and a harbour cruise for a work function in Auckland - by group size, mixed crowd, time of day, duration and budget.
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Adventures from the Hauraki Gulf
Fishing reports, charter stories and the odd cheeky pic from days on the water.
The Hauraki Gulf islands: what is out there, and what you see from the boat
A plain guide to the Hauraki Gulf islands you pass, fish around and look at on a charter out of Westhaven - Rangitoto, Motuora, Tiritiri Matangi, Waiheke and the outer gulf.
Read more →What a private boat charter in Auckland actually costs
A straight breakdown of private boat charter pricing in Auckland - whole-boat rates, what is included, every optional extra with its price, deposit terms and the questions to ask before you compare quotes.
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Auckland Hapuka Charters
Strictly limited Hapuka charters departing Auckland City or Omaha.
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The Ultimate Kingfish Charter
Kingfish charters in the outer Hauraki Gulf is a dream on days like these.
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Mokohinau Islands — Fishing in Paradise
A very achievable day trip from Auckland in good sea conditions, the magical Mokohinau Islands should be on every fisherman's bucket list.
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MV Koru — the trusty old favourite
MV Koru is Ultimate Charters' hugely popular large-group fishing charter and harbour cruise vessel for groups of up to 40 passengers plus crew.
Read more →Looking for something older? Fishing reports and trip write-ups going back to 2020 are in the blog archive.