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Private boat charters
for an event venue like no other


Private boat charters on the Wahinemoe or the Waka Huia

We offers endless possibilities by booking a private charters onboard the Wahinemoe or the Waka Huia.  

The Wahinemoe is an unique venue for birthdays, family events, engagement parties, weddings or memorials.  A fun and relaxing venue for work dos, workshops, corporate or educational days out or even a product launch. Wahinemoe seats 30 inside and 40 outside and is stable in all weathers.  

The Waka Huia is an amphibious boat transitions effortlessly between water and land, providing a unique adventure experience. Whether you want to spend a few hours touring the harbour at speed, stopping at secluded beaches, or exploring the secrets of Raglan Harbour, Waka Huia is perfect for you.  Up to 11 passengers, it’s ideal for smaller groups.

Our Private Cruises

On Board the Wahine Moe

  • Capacity for 70 people - the Wahinemoe seats 30 inside and 40 outside

Our Facilities include:

  • Amazing scenery and a fun, positive crew
  • HDTV, WLAN, HiFi, Mic and Media
  • 2 toilets on-board (including wheel chair access)
  • Kitchen and BBQ facilities
  • Licensed Bar
  • Lighting
  • Tables
  • Chairs
  • Linens
  • Coffee and Tea

Plus we'll take care of the clean up!

Optional Extras

Talk to us about arranging any of the following

  • BBQs and Gourmet Catering featuring Local Produce

  • Celebrant

  • Photography

  • Flowers

  • Live Entertainment

  • Transportation

  • Swimming towels

  • Water toys (Big sup paddle, paddle board, Foil, etc)

Where can you cruise?

Throughout the Whaingaroa Harbour, with landing possibilities.  Talk to us today!

Onboard the Waka Huia

  • Maximum 11 passengers and 1 skipper

The Waka Huia includes

  • An experienced local skipper 

  • Lifejackets

  • Music

  • Amazing scenery

What to bring? 

  • Drinking water

  • Rain/wind jacket (if bad weather forecasted)

  • Warm jacket (weather dependant)

  • Sunscreen, hat

  • Shoes optional

Important to know

  • We recommend our passengers are capable of climbing up and down.  Getting on and off the boat is a bit like hopping around the rocky shore.  You can look at our picture below to have an idea for the boat access.

  • If you have any health issues we need to know in advance. 


Have a question?

Enquire about a Private Boat Charter for your event

Fill out the form below or phone us on +64 07 825 6522

(How many people you think you will have? What occasion? Date and time slot in mind?)

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About the Raglan Harbour

With over 122 kms of coastline the Whaingaroa (Raglan harbour) is a nationally recognised conservation area with more than 2 million trees planted over the past 10 years, a designated bird sanctuary and stunning geologic features ranging from limestone formations overlain by volcanic basalts, clays and pumices.  The skipper and crew are extremely knowledgeable and present all our local history.  Relax and be at one with the bird and marine life in their habitat.

About the Wahinemoe

“Wahinemoe” – Maori for Resting Lady and named after our resident volcanoe Karioi– Is a purpose built 14 x 4.8m catamaran with all the comforts of an entertainer’s dream boat. For Scenic Harbour Cruises and Functions Wahinemoe and her experienced local crew deliver an unprecedented safe and relaxing tour.  Extremely stable and maneuverable in the shallows make it easy to access many of the harbours’ hidden bays and gets deep into the upper reaches of  Whaingaroa (Raglan Harbour).