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Spring Newsletter '09 Ahoy there crewmember , Daylight saving is only just around the corner and Spring has arrived here in the Marlborough Sounds. We are now in full flow with bookings and enquiries as winter is disappearing fast and everyone is now thinking of lazy days at anchor or slowly cooking a few scallops on the BBQ.Our "Winter Specials" have been popular (still running until Labour Weekend - Click here for more info.) and so were the diesel heaters on board! Bookings are up from last year so the secret of our playground here has gotten out! We look forward to you NZ/Aus regulars returning to the area and many old and new international crews from Europe, USA, South America and Asia enjoying the paradise we have here in the Sounds. We we want to tell you about our new vessels in the fleet and bring to your attention a few specials we are running.
  
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Winter specials '09 - click here
Spring and Summer specials '09/'10 - click here
The runabouts we use for this special is Compass Rose , Huntsman (pictured), Orion (pictured) and Arnie (pictured) We have access to over 80+ Bach's in the Sounds here so we WILL have one for you! Call our staff to enquire on availability on 0800 101 332 New toys to hire Kayaks - single seaters
Cost is $25 load/set up on boat/wash down fee. $25/day for first 3 days and then $15/day after that. Lots of bays can be explored from your mooring and saves pumping up the dinghy! 2.5HP - 4 Stroke Outboards
Cost is $25 load/set up on boat/wash down fee. $25/day for first 3 days and then $15/day after that. For those of you who want a more relaxed way of getting to the shore! New Vessel additions Crestacraft 900
She is a 31ft Crestacraft cruiser, a suprise package with superb exterior styling plus a well designed interior layout, with facilities and space thats you would expect of a much larger vessel. This genuine liveaboard cruiser will give you hours of boating pleasyre for family and friends.
For more details on "Reel Dream" click here . For enquiries please click here.
Call our staff to enquire on availability on 0800 101 332 .
11ft NEW Runabout
A 3.3m terminator hull, Arnie has all the features of a larger RIB condesned into a easy handly runabout. He has a Brand new electric start Tohatsu 18 HP 2-stroke outboard on the back. Not powerfull enough to go water sking behind but enough to get two adults and 2 kids up on the plane and cruising along. She is surveyed to MSA standards and has all the safety features required as do all our vessels. Systems include, electric start, hard mounted VHF, electric bilge pump, flares, lifejackets, anchor + chain and line, charts, spare fuel jerry, compass, oars, first aid kit, boat hook + more! Why be stuck at the bach when those bays are only 5 mins away. From only $80 a day. Go ahead treat yourself! For more details on Jumelle click here. For enquiries please click here. Call our staff to enquire on availability on 0800 101 332 . 44ft Beneteau
She has had a good refit with a New genoa, colour chart plotter, heads, oven, batteries, windlass etc etc..... For more details on Bugamar click here. For enquiries please click here. Call our staff to enquire on availability on 0800 101 332 . 40ft Power Catamaran
For those who demand a bit of SPACE and COMFORT - go no further. Go ahead treat yourself! For more details on Jumelle click here. For enquiries please click here. Call our staff to enquire on availability on 0800 101 332 . Pelin Sterling 36And "U4RIA" - our latest launch is ready for charter. She is a 36ft Pelin Sterling called "U4RIA" (Euphoria) and has finally finished her extensive refit. A classic Frank Pelin design and proven hull, she is in superb condition after going through a extensive professional refit in Christchurch. With upgrades too numerous to mention, you will love the layout and the features purposely installed for charter.
Built in 2000 with the latest systems she has undergone another new transformation this winter with a new saloon, cockpit, boarding platform, new heads, cabin, galley etc. With a Volvo 165hp on a shaft producing a cruising speed of around 8 - 9 kts she is more of a gentle explorer for the Sounds. She can sleep 6 but 4 is the ideal crew with two double cabins and the saloon has a double bed which folds out. A perfect sea worthy boat for 2 couples or a family who want to amble along at their own pace in comfort. Excellent electronics, new fridge and freezer and new galley. All the comforts on board to make you feel at home. New photos of the interior and exterior will be available on our website soon. For more details on U4ria click here . For enquiries please click here. Call our staff to enquire on availability on 0800 101 332 .
Bach options Here are a few options for you and your crew for accommodation with our boat and Bach packages. Prices and the number of guests vary with each. The Bach's range between $180 and $350 per night. Discounts are available with bookings of more than one night. Each batch has a mooring which you are able to use when you stay ashore. Some have a jetty and one has a floating jetty. For enquiries please click here. Call our staff to enquire on availability on 0800 101 332 . Also Don't Forget .......... Scallop season has opened and they are fat! One of our fleet favourites, E.J , has been fitted with and brand new Raymarine colour chart plotter/radar as well as a diesel heater for the winter/early spring season to keep you warm and cozy. So with those perfect clear and calm days during winter/early spring you can keep your shorts and T-shirt on in the evening now! Don't forget we have a fully stocked shop with all the gear, tackle and bait you will need for your trip here in the Sounds. We have over 40 rods for hire and the shop has grown since last season and has been updated with the latest stock, soft baits and so on. The scallop season is in full flow at the moment and there are plenty of them around so give us a call to organize your trip. We specialise in fishing and diving trips for all group levels. S end an enquiry That's it from us here for the time being until our "Summer Newsletter" in December.
Waikawa Marina * PO Box 334 * Picton * Toll Free 0800 101332 * Ph +64 (0)3 5738332 * Fax +64 (0)3 5738587 * Mob 027 4340247 Email: crew@compasscharters.co.nz Web: www.compasscharters.co.nz |
We have new kayaks to hire this season. They are a great way to get the kids out if they have cabin fever! Hours of fun for all the family. They are rugged and stable and easily stored on deck as they are only 2.7m long. 
We also have new 2.5 HP 4-Stroke Suzuki Outboards. The new Suzuki 4 stroke is easy to start, reliable and very quiet. Great on fuel economy as one tanks goes for ages. It's very light to lift on and off your dinghy. Most of our dinghies have hard bottoms. Please enquire with us for further details on your vessels dinghy. 
