Spend a relaxing day sailing the beautiful Bay of Islands aboard Hibiscus Star, a spacious 40-foot sailing catamaran with a maximum of 19 guests. Enjoy genuine sailing, stunning island scenery and a relaxed two-hour island stop. Make the most of your time ashore with an included catered lunch, or choose to swim, snorkel, paddleboard or explore on a walk. Prefer to take it easy? Relax on deck and enjoy the views. With a comfortable sheltered saloon, open deck space and friendly local crew, this is a more personal way to experience the Bay of Islands, away from the crowds of larger tour boats. Departing from Paihia Wharf, the six-hour experience includes lunch, snorkelling equipment, paddleboards an onboard toilet and an outdoor shower.

Itinerary

Start Point

Walk out to the end of Paihia Wharf and look for the Bayscapes Catamaran, it…

Stop 1

Board our catamaran at Paihia Wharf. Once we depart; cruise through the Bay of Islands…

Stop 2

2 Hour Island Stop at a secluded bay. Take your pick of one or all…

Stop 3

Relax on deck while sailing back to Paihia.

End Point

Walk out to the end of Paihia Wharf and look for the Bayscapes Catamaran, it…

What’s included

Small-group experience (maximum 19 guests)
Use of stand-up paddleboards
6-hour sailing cruise through the Bay of Islands
Use of Snorkelling equipment
2-hour island stopover
Catered lunch. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free lunch options available (please advise when booking)
Restroom on board
Experienced skipper and local commentary
Complimentary tea, coffee, and water

Additional Information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Cancellation Window	Refund Eligibility
24 hours or more before start time	100% refund (Full refund)
Less than 24 hours before start time	Non-refundable (0%)

This experience may be cancelled due to bad weather. This experience may be cancelled if there are not enough travelers.

Age Policy

Infant: 0–1 years · Child: 2–16 years · Adult: 17–120 years

Specification: Bay of Islands Catamaran Sailing Cruise & Island Stop

Duration	6 Hours
Ticket Type	Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group Size	Up to 19 travelers
Confirmation	Instant Confirmation
Boat Type	Catamaran, Sailboat
Good For	Adventure Seekers
Time of Day	Midday
Tour Type	Shared