Mid Summer Specials 2010



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Summer specials 2010 - click here
- "Long Charter Discounts" - This graduated discount is designed to reward the longer charters with a massive 25% off for charters of 7 days or more. The longer you book for the more you save!
| 4 days | = | 10% discount |
| 5 days | = | 15% discount |
| 6 days | = | 20% discount |
| 7 days | = | 25% discount |
- "Yachts of the Month - "Chieftain and Chinook" - We are promoting one boat per month this season and "Chieftain and Chinook" are our March focus vessels. Book a charter on "Chieftain or Chinook" during March of 3 days or more and you will receive an additional 5% discount on top of the ‘long charter" specials. Chieftain and Chinook are true veterans of the charter industry and their age is reflected in their pricing schedule - great value for money!. Groups of up to 8 have been enjoying fantastic boating holidays aboard these two for many years and as they are sister ships they are commonly booked for larger groups wishing to take 2 vessels. They are very forgiving to sail offering an ideal step up from the 30 footers. They have full head height through the main saloon, a large galley, a huge aft cabin and an enormous elevated cockpit. Book them in March or wait till May as they are fully booked through April. Click here to make an enquiry.
- Launch of the Month - "Phoenix" - We are promoting one boat per month this season and "Phoenix" is December's vessel. Book a chater on "Phoenix" during December for and 3 day charter or more and you will recieve a 10% discount. For charters booked for more than 3 days the longer charter discount applies.
- "Waitangi Weekend Deal" - We are running a special for Waitangi Weekend of 4 days for the price of 3. Arrive at the base for around noon on Thursday the 4th of February and after getting your full briefing you can head straight out of the marina and get your adventure underway. Then arrive back at the marina at 12 noon Monday the 8th of February. As the Waitangi Weekend special is 4 days for the price of 3, this works out to a 25% price reduction so call us to reserve a vessel for you. Click here for more info or Click here to make an enquiry.
- "Boat and Bach" - with Orion – the ideal runabout for a group of up to 6, she has the advantage of a cabin to allow you to get out of all weathers – whether too hot or too cold, and this month only all charterers will be offered the option of the ski biscuit at no additional charge. Click here for more info or Click here to make an enquiry.
- Hire a runabout and a Bach in the Sounds. We have a choice of over 80 Bachs with own moorings/ or jettys in the Sounds. They are the perfect spots to get away from the pace of city life. Explore the sounds during the day with your own runabout. Fish, dive, bush walks, water-skiing or just read a book, you have the best of both worlds ashore and afloat.
- For those of you who want civilisation close at hand, we have a great house (sleeps 12) in Waikawa Bay which is 2 minutes from the boat ramp. Plenty of space and parking for you and your crew. Great for kids and family if the men want to head out on the water for some serious fishing, the ladies can relax at leisure and the kids have plenty to do in the area.
- Prices start at $190 (depending on which runabout you choose, which batch and the season) for 24 hrs. Minimum stay at some is 48hrs (depending on time of year). Leave on a Friday afternoon and spend all day Saturday in your own paradise then head back Sunday afternoon.
- The runabouts we use for this special are Orion (left), Huntsman (centre) and Arnie (right)
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- 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
"Boat & Bach" Package.

From only $160 per person NZ. *
2 nights/3 days package
The package includes:
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2 nights accommodation in your own bach.
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Fully MSA surveyed runabout with full safety equipment. See below for boat options.
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Transfers from Picton ferry/train/airport.
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Arrive at our base around 12 noon Friday and bring the boat back at the same time on Sunday.
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Shorter/longer packages can be arranged.
- Don’t hesitate to contact us if you need more information. click here
The idea of the “boat and bach” package has been so popular that we decided to add more baches for our clients. The "Boat & Bach" option allows the freedom of a Sounds bach holiday with the fun and adventure of a runabout for all your days activities – fishing, diving, biscuiting, waterskiing etc. You control your transport to and from the bach without needing to coordinate with a water-taxi timetable further offsetting the cost as well.
With the choice of 3 runabouts and 80 baches well positioned through-out the Sounds, we have options for everyone. All we insist is you choose a bach with a safe mooring and/or jetty. You will find all details provided about this one each bach webpage. We also have a great holiday house (sleeps 12) 2 minutes from Waikawa boat ramp for those who still require a little civilisation close at hand!
Boat Options
http://www.compass-charters.co.nz/index.cfm/Charter_Fleet/Runabouts/Huntsman Powered by a 150Hp Yamaha, with a cruising speed of 30mph, "Huntsman" will get you safely to your bach in no time. Priced from $270.00 per day in economy season. Great for skiing or sightseeing with comfortable seats for the ladies! http://www.compass-charters.co.nz/index.cfm/Charter_Fleet/Runabouts/Arnie "Arnie" is ideal for a smaller group, surveyed for 4 passengers. Powered by a 18HP Tohatsu. Price from $80 per day in economy season. Great to have a cheap travel option with your bach. "Orion" is the best of the lot. Powered by a 175HP Yamaha with a 15HP aux. Having an enclosed Hard Top you have all round protection from any weather you encounter. very comfortable with a fantastic cockpit and all the facitlites for fishing. Priced from $350 per day in economy season. For more info on Orion - click here
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http://www.compass-charters.co.nz/index.cfm/Charter_Fleet/Runabouts/Orion
Bach options
For a complete list of bach choices in the Sounds
Here's a sample of a few..................
High end baches
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"Lochmara Homestead" - $200 - $350/night |
"Aratawa Homestead" - $200 - $250/night |
"Te Ranui" - $350 - $400/night |
Medium
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"Aratawa Heights" - $160 - $250/night |
"Blackwood Bay Bach" - $160 - $250/night |
"Gemm" - $180 - $260/night |
Economy
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"Curious Cove" - $100 - $140/night |
"Norfolk House" - $120 - $160/night |
"Robbies Retreat" $90 - $160/night |
Waikawa based Option.
Waikawa Bay, Picton
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The convience of a bach in town with the option to get out direct from the marina for boating everyday. A lovely modern 5 bedroom/2 bathroom house, comfortably sleeping 12. Off street parking. Within walking distance to the marina. From $350/night
For a complete list of bach choices in the Sounds
*Price is based on 6 people at one of our $180/night bach chartering "Huntsman" (6m runabout with 150HP Yamaha) during our "shoulder" season. Prices vary between seasons and which boat or bach you choose. Please note that your skipper need to be experienced in handling the boat of your choice.
New toys to hire
Kayaks - single seaters
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. 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
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.
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!
Thats all from us for now

Waikawa Marina * PO Box 334 * Picton * Toll Free 0800 101332 * Ph +64 (0)3 5738332 * Fax +64 (0)3 5738587 * Mob 027 4340247
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