Welcome to Classic Yacht Charters New Zealand. We offer fully crewed, exclusive luxury yacht charters through New Zealand's finest coastlines - a travel experience for the discerning, unlike any other in NZ. Make your rendezvous with New Zealand as luxurious and uniquely memorable as possible by experiencing this exquisite land from the stunningly beautiful sea surrounding it.
Aboard your own private luxury motor ketch: Galerna.
Once host to the Danish Royal family, and the artist Salvador Dali, this classic Scandinavian luxury charter yacht, fitted out to the highest specifications, offers guests the ultimate in cruising comfort.
Galerna is 87 feet and displaces 200 tons and fully crewed to provide the ultimate in ocean-going pleasure. Teak and mahogany interiors embrace you; state of art technology and entertainment systems remind you of your exclusive pamper you.
All meals and drinks are provided by our gourmet chef.
From the simple joy of taking the air on the expansive wooden decks while enjoying the ever-changing southern scenery, to soothing away stresses and strains in the Scandinavian sauna, everything is undeniably first-class. The haute cuisine, centered on the fish and shellfish harvested daily, is superb; the New Zealand wines captivating.
Accommodating up to 6 guests in three stylish guest cabins, each with full ensuite facilities, Galerna offers exclusive pleasures to stimulate the most jaded traveler: the luxury charter yacht's tenders are perfect for exploring shallow areas and rivers, water skiing, wind surfing, wake boarding, game fishing, hunting, archery, kayaking, snorkeling and scuba diving. All equipment is carried on board and our experienced crew is at hand to maximize your pleasure and safety.
The very best in navigational and marine safety equipment ensures Galerna provides the ultimate in safe luxurious cruising.
Chartering exclusive use of so elegant and finely appointed a yacht as Galerna, provides you with the perfect platform from which to discover New Zealands unique cruising playgrounds.
Blessed with myriad crystal-clear, waterways, sheltered by towering, bush-clad hills, charter a luxury yacht to cruise New Zealand's Marlborough Sounds. Countless bays, islands and beaches are all within easy reach of one of New Zealand's most renowned wine regions. No wonder Marlborough is considered one of New Zealands finest cruising regions.
Sail in the historic wake of Captain James Cook, who in the 1770s explored and charted these blue waters. Endeavour Inlet, off the famous Queen Charlotte Sound is named after his ship. At the head of the sound is the pretty town of Picton, a haven for yachtsmen with its large marina, and embarkation point for the ferries that ply Cook Strait between the North and South islands.
For walkers, the Queen Charlotte Track offers days of spectacular trekking through lush coastal forest. Explore as little or as much as you like, knowing at days end your luxury yacht awaits. Relax and soothe any aches away in a hot bath and sauna before drinks and dinner.
Just minutes overland from Picton is the city of Blenheim, set amidst an exciting array of vineyards and wineries, each with its own distinctive style and character. Sample from the cellar door award-winning Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris, among other varieties. Enjoy some of New Zealands best gourmet dining alfresco amongst the vines.
Cruise to the top of Kenepuru and Pelorus Sounds, an area steeped in Maori history. Visit the historic town of Havelock, once a gold mining centre, today famous as the green-lipped mussel capital of the world. Watch the dolphins playing in the bow-waves and seals basking in the sun, as you sail through French Pass and circumnavigate Marlboroughs largest island, DUrville.
Everything about chartering a luxury yacht on New Zealand's Marlborough aboard the Galerna is a delight for the senses. On sea or land, whether you are into relaxing, exploring, indulging or invigoration, every day brings a new adventure.
While in Marlborough NZ your luxury yacht charter Galerna onboard experience is paired with its exclusive land base, Blue Penguin Estate, off Tory Channel. Accessible only by boat or helicopter, Blue Penguin comprises 450 acres of secluded coastline and the northern slopes of Mount Taurakawa.
When youre not out luxury yacht cruising, a jetty and floating pontoon connect Galerna to the estate, complementing your onboard experience with a tennis court, heated pool and spa, barbecue area, boutique vineyard, private beaches and bush walks.
Everything about your luxury yacht and shore experience can be tailored to your wishes. Never has a luxury cruise offered such unique variety and comfort.
Stretching from the sweeping sand dunes of Farewell Spit to picturesque Abel Tasman National Park, charter a yacht in NZ Golden Bay, on the north-western tip of the South Island and experience some of New Zealand's finest beaches and native forests.
Its not only the sand that is golden here, the area is envied for its relaxed and laid-back lifestyle, a welcome retreat from the hustle and bustle of modern living. The livings easy, but one certainly never goes without. Golden Bay features two national parks, caves, scenic wonders, the world-famous Pupu Springs with the purest water on Earth, wildlife and adventure experiences; and the townships are home to wineries, cafes, fine cuisine and a vibrant arts and crafts scene.
The jewel in the crown is Abel Tasman National Park, named for the Dutch explorer who nearly 400 years ago was the first European to sight New Zealand. The park is 50,000 acres of coastal paradise, famed for its golden beaches, tranquil lagoons, crystal-clear water and forested hills stretching beyond.
The area offers a myriad of relaxing recreational opportunities, from ggame fishing, snorkeling, diving, bush walks, water skiing, and world- class sea kayaking, to just relaxing on your own private beach miles from anyone.
The Abel Tasman Coastal Track, with its endless coves and bays, is one of New Zealands great walks, taking 3-5 days to walk its full length. It is home to breathtaking beech forest and harakeke (native flax), and a rich bird life including the kereru (native wood pigeon), bellbird, tui and pukeko.
Another famous Golden Bay walk, amongst many, is the Heaphy Track, traversing westwards through vast alpine tussock-land to lush nikau palm forests alongside the pounding West Coast surf. Golden Bay is the perfect place for a rejuvenating week away, combining all it has to offer with your NZ luxury yacht charter MY Galerna.