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CharterLink

Enjoy the beautiful waters of New Zealand's cruising play ground.

Experience a great New Zealand boating holiday - bareboat (sail yourself) charter a sail-boat from CharterLink Auckland in the magic of the HaurakiGulf or to the Bay of Islands.

Sail from our base in Auckland's Bayswater marina, to the islands, superb beaches and anchorages of the Hauraki Gulf. Cruise the coast to the Bay of Islands. Enjoy the fishing, snorkeling, diving while taking in the unspoilt scenery...

CharterLink is one of the largest bareboat charter companies in NewZealand, and the biggest fleet operating out of Auckland. If you are 'shopping around' on the Web to sail the Hauraki Gulf, then other apparent options are probably CharterLink boats. So, Congratulations, on finding us here! Let us work with you directly to make sure you get a great sailing holiday!

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CharterLink

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Location

North IslandAuckland RegionAuckland

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-36.818269

174.768877

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-36.818269
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174.768877

Reviews

    • Boat was immaculate, and functioned well.
    • Great boat.
    • Great charter with Charterlink.
    • Raven 31 was perfect for our family of 5.
    • An excellent chartering experience.
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  • 5.0/5

    My husband and I chartered a Bavaria 38 for 12 days in the Hauraki Gulf - an excellent cruising area.

    She was very carefully maintained and sailed very well. Also a very good, reliable engine. Well equipped with lots of useful storage space.

    Peter Drew was exceedingly helpful and friendly. He helped to ensure that we had a really good holiday.

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in January 2016

    UNITED KINGDOM
    VM
    Val Mackie's avatar

    Val Mackie

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    We chartered a Bavaria 33 for my 60th birthday, just my wife & I, best holiday I have ever had.

    Rob was Great, boat was great weather was perfect, plenty of cruising grounds and safe anchorages, we will be back!

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in April 2015

    AUSTRALIA
    sc
    steve cooper's avatar

    steve cooper

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    Very helpful operator.

    The boat and information was perfect and Rob was most helpful in getting us out on the gulf and also assisting with our return.

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in April 2015

    NEW ZEALAND
    MH
    Myles Henaghan's avatar

    Myles Henaghan

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    Boat was immaculate, and functioned well.

    Sails were adequate. Stern door needed adjustment, which I assume has been accomplished

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in March 2015

    UNITED STATES
    DJ
    David Jones's avatar

    David Jones

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    Great boat, great sailing area...

    I will definately be back again :-)

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in January 2015

    NEW ZEALAND
    lM
    lisa Mackay's avatar

    lisa Mackay

    Customer

    Thank you; true; and we hope so!

    R
    Rob's avatar

    Rob

    Representative

  • 5.0/5

    Great boat.

    Rob was very accommodating as our circumstances changed. Would recommend CharterLink as a top shelf yacht charter company. Thank you CharterLink.

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in January 2015

    NEW ZEALAND
    SB
    Steve Barham's avatar

    Steve Barham

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    Chartering from a great distance like Germany can be tricky - not so with CharterLink.

    From the beginning CharterLink was perfect: Our charter was launched on Saturday. When I wrote to Rob that we would be traveling with a camperhome before the sailing trip he immediately suggested to bring our luggage already on Friday on the yacht. Rob is very friendly, helpful, knowledgeable and relaxed.

    Most of our sailing so far was in the Mediterranean and the Caribbean. The Hauraki Gulf is a nice sailing area, too – we really loved it – wunderbar! Yacht condition was very good with everything you need. Location of the marina is perfect, out of the city but easily reached by ferry.

    Charlie Risch, Heidelberg-Germany

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in January 2015

    GERMANY
    KR
    Karl Risch's avatar

    Karl Risch

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    We have been chartering from Rob at Charterlink Bayswater for over 10 years, always helpful, relaxed and very friendly, great fleet of boats highly recommended.

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in March 2014

    NEW ZEALAND
    ST
    Stu Thomas's avatar

    Stu Thomas

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    Excellent experience – We chartered at very short notice.

    We received a great welcome and were treated very professionally. Directions, parking details and how to find the boat were very simple and clear. The boat was prepared and in excellent condition when we arrived with everything we required for the 2 day charter. The operation of the boat was carefully explained to us and all questions answered in a positive manner. The boat handled very well and was a delight to sail, we all felt safe and enjoyed the sailing experience. The crew were on the Dock to meet us on our return and helped us tie up and tidy up the boat. We could not fault the service provided. Thanks to Rob and his team. We will be back again soon.

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in March 2014

    NEW ZEALAND
    JM
    James Mackenzie's avatar

    James Mackenzie

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    I can personally recommend Charterlink, Rob and his team and fleet of boats.

    I think we have tried 80% of the fleet over the last few years. Whilst we have always taken the sailing fleet we decided to try power and have just been out in "Indulgence" for a week. Although it is an older boat it was in great condition and had all the home comforts. I am fussy with where I spend money pocket money but never have given a second thought with Charterlink. If you want a stress free boating holiday there is only one company to choose.

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in February 2014

    NEW ZEALAND
    ES
    Eric Sinton's avatar

    Eric Sinton

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    Great experience chartering with Rob from Charterlink, excellent service and Zuben performed well for us.

    Will definitely be using again.

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in January 2014

    NEW ZEALAND
    MA
    Matt A's avatar

    Matt A

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    We -6 people- hired a sailing boat in Picton and spent 3 nights on the Queen Charlotte Sound.

    We saw dolphins and caught some nice fish. I was a really nice trip.

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in January 2014

    CANADA
    JM
    Johannes Markus's avatar

    Johannes Markus

    Customer

  • 4.0/5

    4 adults & 2 kids on 36' True North.

    Quite an eventful trip! We've chartered boats on West Coast of Scotland, Croatia, Greece, Whitsundays & Bay of Islands. We'd rate this trip as 9/10 for Rob & Brett (friendly & great advice, especially before the 65 kt gale blew in) but only 6/10 for True North (a bit tired looking compared to previous charters, heads smell in fwd cabin, aft water gauge not working & tank ran out after 1 day of frugal use- causing rationing, a failed diversion to Coromandel Wharf with 0.2 m under keel and no showers etc). The boat sailed and handled well though. North Harbour (Chamberlain Bay) a great anchor spot during a 65kt SW gale. Anchor didn't slip an inch. With all the high winds on and off, the lifejackets were also on and off, causing one to inflate as the unseen dangling dongle got caught! (ouch, $92.50 re-charge)

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in January 2014

    NEW ZEALAND
    AC
    Andy Campbell's avatar

    Andy Campbell

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    We chartered a 32' Bavaria from Charterlink in December and had a wonderful weekend sailing in Hauraki Gulf.

    Boat was great to sail and very comfortable and well-equipped.

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in December 2013

    NEW ZEALAND
    su
    suzanne_b's avatar

    suzanne_b

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    My husband and I chartered a Bavaria 38 for 12 days in the Hauraki Gulf - an excellent cruising area.

    She was very carefully maintained and sailed very well. Also a very good, reliable engine. Well equipped with lots of useful storage space.

    Peter Drew was exceedingly helpful and friendly. He helped to ensure that we had a really good holiday.

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in January 2016

    UNITED KINGDOM
    VM
    Val Mackie's avatar

    Val Mackie

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    Very helpful operator.

    The boat and information was perfect and Rob was most helpful in getting us out on the gulf and also assisting with our return.

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in April 2015

    NEW ZEALAND
    MH
    Myles Henaghan's avatar

    Myles Henaghan

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    We chartered a Bavaria 33 for my 60th birthday, just my wife & I, best holiday I have ever had.

    Rob was Great, boat was great weather was perfect, plenty of cruising grounds and safe anchorages, we will be back!

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in April 2015

    AUSTRALIA
    sc
    steve cooper's avatar

    steve cooper

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    Boat was immaculate, and functioned well.

    Sails were adequate. Stern door needed adjustment, which I assume has been accomplished

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in March 2015

    UNITED STATES
    DJ
    David Jones's avatar

    David Jones

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    Chartering from a great distance like Germany can be tricky - not so with CharterLink.

    From the beginning CharterLink was perfect: Our charter was launched on Saturday. When I wrote to Rob that we would be traveling with a camperhome before the sailing trip he immediately suggested to bring our luggage already on Friday on the yacht. Rob is very friendly, helpful, knowledgeable and relaxed.

    Most of our sailing so far was in the Mediterranean and the Caribbean. The Hauraki Gulf is a nice sailing area, too – we really loved it – wunderbar! Yacht condition was very good with everything you need. Location of the marina is perfect, out of the city but easily reached by ferry.

    Charlie Risch, Heidelberg-Germany

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in January 2015

    GERMANY
    KR
    Karl Risch's avatar

    Karl Risch

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    Great boat.

    Rob was very accommodating as our circumstances changed. Would recommend CharterLink as a top shelf yacht charter company. Thank you CharterLink.

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in January 2015

    NEW ZEALAND
    SB
    Steve Barham's avatar

    Steve Barham

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    Great boat, great sailing area...

    I will definately be back again :-)

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in January 2015

    NEW ZEALAND
    lM
    lisa Mackay's avatar

    lisa Mackay

    Customer

    Thank you; true; and we hope so!

    R
    Rob's avatar

    Rob

    Representative

  • 5.0/5

    We have been chartering from Rob at Charterlink Bayswater for over 10 years, always helpful, relaxed and very friendly, great fleet of boats highly recommended.

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in March 2014

    NEW ZEALAND
    ST
    Stu Thomas's avatar

    Stu Thomas

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    Excellent experience – We chartered at very short notice.

    We received a great welcome and were treated very professionally. Directions, parking details and how to find the boat were very simple and clear. The boat was prepared and in excellent condition when we arrived with everything we required for the 2 day charter. The operation of the boat was carefully explained to us and all questions answered in a positive manner. The boat handled very well and was a delight to sail, we all felt safe and enjoyed the sailing experience. The crew were on the Dock to meet us on our return and helped us tie up and tidy up the boat. We could not fault the service provided. Thanks to Rob and his team. We will be back again soon.

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in March 2014

    NEW ZEALAND
    JM
    James Mackenzie's avatar

    James Mackenzie

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    We -6 people- hired a sailing boat in Picton and spent 3 nights on the Queen Charlotte Sound.

    We saw dolphins and caught some nice fish. I was a really nice trip.

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in January 2014

    CANADA
    JM
    Johannes Markus's avatar

    Johannes Markus

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    We chartered a 32' Bavaria from Charterlink in December and had a wonderful weekend sailing in Hauraki Gulf.

    Boat was great to sail and very comfortable and well-equipped.

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in December 2013

    NEW ZEALAND
    su
    suzanne_b's avatar

    suzanne_b

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    I can personally recommend Charterlink, Rob and his team and fleet of boats.

    I think we have tried 80% of the fleet over the last few years. Whilst we have always taken the sailing fleet we decided to try power and have just been out in "Indulgence" for a week. Although it is an older boat it was in great condition and had all the home comforts. I am fussy with where I spend money pocket money but never have given a second thought with Charterlink. If you want a stress free boating holiday there is only one company to choose.

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in February 2014

    NEW ZEALAND
    ES
    Eric Sinton's avatar

    Eric Sinton

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    Great experience chartering with Rob from Charterlink, excellent service and Zuben performed well for us.

    Will definitely be using again.

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in January 2014

    NEW ZEALAND
    MA
    Matt A's avatar

    Matt A

    Customer

  • 4.0/5

    4 adults & 2 kids on 36' True North.

    Quite an eventful trip! We've chartered boats on West Coast of Scotland, Croatia, Greece, Whitsundays & Bay of Islands. We'd rate this trip as 9/10 for Rob & Brett (friendly & great advice, especially before the 65 kt gale blew in) but only 6/10 for True North (a bit tired looking compared to previous charters, heads smell in fwd cabin, aft water gauge not working & tank ran out after 1 day of frugal use- causing rationing, a failed diversion to Coromandel Wharf with 0.2 m under keel and no showers etc). The boat sailed and handled well though. North Harbour (Chamberlain Bay) a great anchor spot during a 65kt SW gale. Anchor didn't slip an inch. With all the high winds on and off, the lifejackets were also on and off, causing one to inflate as the unseen dangling dongle got caught! (ouch, $92.50 re-charge)

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in January 2014

    NEW ZEALAND
    AC
    Andy Campbell's avatar

    Andy Campbell

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    We had a fantastic time, The boat was easy to use, had all the mod cons to allow everybody aboard to relax and take in the beauty of the Coromandel to Kawau Island.

    We are looking forward to going out next year and already our friends are asking if they can come too, so it may have to be a bigger yacht next time.

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in January 2014

    NEW ZEALAND
    LA
    Lynette Ashby's avatar

    Lynette Ashby

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    We have used CharterLink every year the last 6 years trying various kinds of the yachts and catamarans.

    Every time it has been a 10 out of 10 experience. Rob and Brett never cease to deliver top service and so far all the boats have been a great experience. Comparing with the sailing we have done in Europe I consider the Hauraki Gulf & Bay of Islands to be a sailing paradise.

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in January 2014

    NEW ZEALAND
    TH
    Tina Hejrskov's avatar

    Tina Hejrskov

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    10 out of 10 for Charterlink!

    Our experience, chartering Catherine, a 32" Bavaria Yacht from Charterlink was great.

    The Vessel was exceptional well appointed.

    Customer Service by the owner Rob plus induction by Brett was spot on.

    The Yacht was presented to us spotless and everything we could wish for was on board.

    The result: We had a fantastic time sailing this great yacht.

    Will be back!

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in January 2014

    NEW ZEALAND
    PH
    Peter Haarhaus's avatar

    Peter Haarhaus

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    We had great time sailing Fruition around Waiheke.

    It was a great boat for our large crew. Janet and Brett were fantastic, real helpful. We will be back.

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in January 2013

    NEW ZEALAND
    SA
    Shane Armstrong's avatar

    Shane Armstrong

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    Great charter with Charterlink.

    Janet & Brett were very helpful. Would recommend & use again.

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in March 2013

    NEW ZEALAND
    BW
    Brian Walsh's avatar

    Brian Walsh

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    Katherine the Bavaria 32 was in excellent condition.

    The swim platform was especially useful making her the perfect charter yacht for two couples. The staff at charterlink were extremely helpful. Thanks Janet and Brett.

    We had a great time and if we don't buy our own yacht and sail it home we'll come and charter from you again.

    Reviewed over 3 years ago and experienced in March 2013

    NEW ZEALAND
    PT
    Peter Trezise's avatar

    Peter Trezise

    Customer