Sailing in New Zealand

On the waters of Auckland's Hauraki Gulf, Emirates Team New Zealand trials their latest America's Cup yacht
From small sailboats to the magnificent America’s Cup yachts, competitive sailing is a popular New Zealand pastime. Travellers can get a taste of racing action aboard a retired America’s Cup yacht. Or, for a more sedate sailing experience, yacht charters are available in idyllic cruising grounds such as the Bay of Islands, Hauraki Gulf or Marlborough Sounds.