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Voyages
Public Half Day Sail

  • Duration
    Half Day 2-4hrs
  • Voyages p/year
    6-10
  • For ages
    Half Day 10+
  • Spaces p/voyage
    80

We want to share the Spirit with you!

Where possible between our youth voyages, we welcome the public aboard on Day Sails, to enjoy the unique experience of sailing on a tall ship.

Criteria

Participants must:

  • be aged 10 years and over for a Half Day Sail
  • be aged 12 years and over for a Full Day Sail
  • must be able bodied
  • agree to the terms and conditions of the voyage
View the terms & conditions ›

PUBLIC DAY SAIL TERMS & CONDITIONS

1. In these terms and conditions, unless the context otherwise requires:
“Crew member” means any member of the crew recognised as such by the Trust.
“Master” means the master of the Vessel.
“Participant” means the person to whom this is issued to.
“Trust” means the Spirit of Adventure Trust
“Vessel” means any vessel operated by the Trust.

2. The Participant must not transfer this ticket to any other person and agrees to accept the terms and conditions contained herein.

3. Whilst on board the vessel, the participant must:
a) adhere to the Master’s instructions as communicated by any Crew member
b) adhere to all safety procedures and use all equipment in strict accordance with the instructions given by any Crew Member.

4. The Participant must not:
a) bring alcohol or drugs on board the vessel.
b) smoke on board the vessel.
c) lean against or sit on the vessel’s coach roof or any of the vessel’s rails or life rafts.
d) use life preserving drugs without consultation with the Master.

5. Children 15 years of age and under are not permitted on board the vessel unless accompanied by, and under the supervision at all times of an adult over 20 years of age. Children on board must be aged 10 years and over for a Half Day Sail and 12 years and over for a Full Day Sail.

6. The participant acknowledges that responsibility for the insurance of personal effects taken on board the vessel against loss or damage, howsoever caused, is the participant’s own. The participant understands that neither the Trust nor its servants or agents shall, under any circumstances, entertain or accept any claim for the loss of, or any claim for the loss of or damage to any personal effects belonging to any child under the supervision of the participant.

7. The participant acknowledges and agrees: for itself and any child for which it is responsible that the trust, its servants and agents (whether negligent or not) shall not be responsible for any injury, accident, loss, damage or expense suffered by the Participant or any child for which it is responsible for on the voyage.

8. Cancellation Policy
In the event that a voyage is cancelled for any reason by the Trust, refund payment in full. If participants cancel for any reason, no refund will be given.

Price list

Adults: $85 - Half day
Students (16-18yrs):
 $40 - Half day
Children (10-15yrs):
Adult must accompany child
 $35 - Half day
Past 10 Day Participant (sailed in the last 5 yrs):

 $20 - Half day

Bookings 10 remaining voyages for 2019

FAQs

  1. Can I bring my own camera on a Voyage?

    We strongly suggest that if bringing a camera on board, you equip yourself with a dry bag for the safe keeping of your camera – please remember you are within a wet environment. Please bring your camera charger with batteries.

  2. Can I bring my young child on a day sail?

    Unfortunately no. All participants must be aged 10 years and over. You can find out more info -> under criteria

  3. Do I need to know how to sail to come on board?

    No sailing experience is required. Sailing is just one part of the voyage. Each sailing has a team of experianced sailors. Be prepared to help!

  4. I get sea sick. Can I bring medication with me?

    Please don't bring it with you. We have an ample supply of various sea sickness medication in the unlikely event that you need it. For safety reasons, we record and administer it, so we know who has taken it and can monitor you.

  5. Can I bring my fishing gear or dive equipment on board?

    Fishing gear and dive equipment is not permitted on board.

Testimonials

  • “I had a fabulous day with my grand-daughters on board Spirit of New Zealand. We enjoyed every minute and the girls can't wait until they are old enough to do their own voyage.”
    - Sandra, Day Sail Participant
  • “Thank you for having us on the Spirit. My sons enjoyed it immensely, I couldn't stop them talking about it on the way home. It was a fantastic experience and one I won't forget.”
    - Bryan, Day Sail Participant (2016)
  • “We truly enjoyed the whole trip. It was professionally organised and everyone on board were super friendly and helpful. I would recommend this to anyone and will definitely send my boys on the 10-day voyage when they are older.”
    - Edward, Day Sail Participant (2016)
  • “I enjoyed being part of the team when we came on board. I enjoyed sailing with the crew, they were very nice and pointed out directions where to go. They even showed us on a tour down stairs. Thank you!”
    - Calum, Day Sail Participant aged 12.
  • “We had lots of fun going under the harbour bridge and past Rangitoto. We got to pull ropes for the sails and I can't wait to go on the 10-day trip!.”
    - Keenan, Day Sail Participant aged 10
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