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Embark on a magical day sailing adventure in the Bay of Islands.
Step straight from Paihia's beachfront onto a modern catamaran and set sail amongst the bay's 144 islands to a remote island destination.
• Discover the Bay of Islands the "Kiwi" way on a day sailing adventure
• Set sail on a comfortable catamaran, with bean bags and comfortable seating for you to enjoy
• Relax or take part in sailing the boat with your friendly, experienced crew
• Enjoy a 2-hour island stopover and snorkel, paddle board, hike or swim
• Visit wildlife sanctuary islands to encounter native bush and rare bird species
• Savour morning tea, a packed delicious picnic lunch, and a refreshing cold drink on the return sail
• The catamaran pulls right up to the beach where you can step on and off from the shore for your island adventures!
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This trip requires a reasonable level of physical ability to safety board the boat, this can be challenging for people with knee problems
CRUISE SHIP CUSTOMERS be advised that 1.5 - 2 hours either side of cruise ship anchor/departure is recommended to allow reasonable time to get to and from our cruise. We do not make allowances for a change in ship schedule or late arrivals. Normal terms and conditions apply.
A maximum of 16-20 people on board
A moderate amount of walking is involved if you choose to do the island walks, please wear appropriate footwear
Due to uneven surfaces, and a moving boat, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or unstable in the legs
Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately, and be prepared for a day in the great outdoors
Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
Snorkel participants must be able to swim competently in open water without assistance from buoyancy aids
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Vegetarian, Vegan, Dairy Free, Gluten Free lunches are available if requested in the notes during the booking process. Please note LUNCHES ARE NOT SUITABLE FOR FOOD ALLERGIES as we can't guarantee there is no cross contamination of allergens. If you have a food allergy please bring your own lunch for your personal safety and satisfaction.
Not recommended for people with poor mobility
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Bay of Islands
Enjoy a 6 hour sailing cruise in the beautiful Bay of Islands. We take you on a cruise among the many islands of the Eastern Bay of Islands, and enjoy a 2 hour island stopover at a wildlife sanctuary island to enjoy optional activities like snorkelling, paddle boarding, and nature walks. This really is the Ultimate Bay of Islands Sailing Cruise.
Use of stand up paddle board
Local guide
Lunch
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Live commentary on board
All activities
Coffee and/or Tea
Island Hikes in the wildlife sanctuary bush tracks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Please bring your own water bottle, we can refill for you. Tea/coffee provided.
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Douglas P,4 thg 3, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
Our day was one of the best excursions we’ve ever had. Weather was perfect and the sail was so peaceful. Thank you Captain Mike for your expert handling and great hospitality. We won’t forget this day. And thanks to everyone who assisted us in assuring we were back on the ship on time. Word to cruisers, be sure you allow lots of time to meet your tour as it is a tender, shuttle to the beach and then a walk to meet up. Took us over an hr. Rachael and Mike were on top of trying to get us back on time also. Wonderful last day to our trip to NZ.
Marlies S,2 thg 3, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
Real sailing with a catamaran, of course has an engine, but only if you really have to. Small group, there were 6 of us. You will be outside, not in a cabin, so bring warmer clothes! Friendly crew, nice lunch and beautiful trip. Island was beautiful too. We went snorkeling and saw a stingray! Well prepared this is a wonderful day trip!
conrad89,23 thg 2, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
Great day out with the crew. Felt like they really cared for their guests. Felt like family. The have a lot of knowledge about the area and great sailing stories too.
Marjan V,9 thg 2, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
Very relaxing day, very well cared for, punctually kept to the agreements! During the sailing trip good explanation. At the stopping point possibility of hiking, snorkeling. Snorkeling had no added value for us: rather little fishing. The nature on the island more than compensated for this. Glad the combination came. Lunch was well catered for. Very friendly captain and hostess!
Scenic44206102773,8 thg 2, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
Glorious day for sailing. Luke and Marley ran the day very well. Learnt a lot about Māori culture, wildlife and NZ history
Traveler16918468529,6 thg 2, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
A huge thank you to Skipper Luke and crew Brea (Apologise if we got her name wrong) for an amazing 6-hour private sailing charter from Paihia Beach for our group of 12 including kids. We booked over the Auckland Anniversary weekend and were so impressed. Luke was professional and knowledgeable throughout. The trip included a fantastic stopover at Moturoa Island, where we had our complementary lunch, paddle boarding, snorkeling, and exploring. Despite a few passing showers, we had a brilliant and active time on the water and on land. The incredible highlight was spotting a pod of resident dolphins, it was truly unforgettable!🤩 Highly recommend for families and group s looking for a perfect mix of sailing, water sports, and adventure. Barefoot Sailing Adventure is such a hidden gem!












calgeek8,5 thg 2, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
This was overall a fun trip for our family of 4 with one issue that unfortunately brought down the experience. The itinerary description is spot on and we were lucky to have good weather. The recent storm activity though had churned up the bay so the water was pretty cloudy but that of course wasn't the crew's fault. We tried snorkeling but the water was just too cloudy to see anything, but that's how it goes with the ocean. The lunches provided were also good and we enjoyed hearing a little about the bay on the way out and back in. The one disappointing thing was that the boat was too crowded. We had booked this because the description says that it's a maximum of 16 people. Our trip actually had 19. This meant that we were seated on the side of the boat in a high traffic area so we were constantly having our view interrupted by people walking around to get their things or put them away as well as needing to move or shift around so that people could get by. And during embarkation and debarkation our area had to be cleared of all the seating so that there would be room for people to get by. Needless to say, this took away a bit from the relaxing cruise. The "About" section clearly states that each cruise is limited to 16 passengers. There's another section of the listing that now lists maximum of 20, but I know this was changed after we booked because on the day we booked I was disappointed that the boat only had 3 spots left when I checked. But then later in the day when I checked again there were suddenly 15 spots available so I figured they had just added a second boat. Turns out they had just adjusted it to get more passengers on the same boat though perhaps they would have added a second boat if there were more. Nevertheless, when we booked it said maximum 16 (which it still does in the description as seen in the screenshot I've attached). The staff, Luke and Freka (sp?), were both good. Luke told some good stories and tried to be attentive even though he was the one driving. Freka was responsible for serving drinks and snacks and she did a fine job though I noticed most people ended up having to get up to put away their cups and trash, which isn't a big deal, but takes away from the full-service, relaxation atmosphere. At the beach, they did a good job of getting us there and back. Oddly they wouldn't allow the kids to wear life jackets while snorkeling but perhaps that's a NZ thing as it's common in the US to do so if you want. Or maybe there was some misunderstanding, we didn't push it. We were also told to snorkel first because that was the first activity so we felt the need to do that right away as the snorkels were subsequently collected and brought back to the boat well before the beach time was up. It would have been nice to have had the option to snorkel at our convenience. Not sure why they had to be collected so early on. Both Luke and Freka stayed on the boat for most of the time we were on the beach. It would have been nice to have at least one of them around to help folks with the snorkeling or the paddleboards or to be able to ask questions about the various hikes. One of our kids had a bathroom "emergency" and so we had to text Luke to ask him to come get us to take her back to the boat, which he was happy to do so they were not out of contact completely. Having been on similar cruises in the US I would say this didn't quite live up to the same experiences I've had there. I think they have the makings of a really good trip but with just a few tweaks it could be great. We still had a fun time exploring the Bay of Islands for the first time and the views, when not interrupted, were fantastic. Highly encourage everyone to get on a boat to experience this beautiful place.

netwidt,29 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
We were in Paihia for three days and this was the highlight of our visit. It was a beautiful day for sailing. We left Paihia sailing for an island and beach whose names I forget. As we sailed, Mike, our skipper talked about the history of the area as well as navigation techniques of the early inhabitants of the area. A good part of the journey was spent quietly admiring the natural beauty of the bay. Once we arrived to the island we snorkeled, hiked over the hill to the other side of the island (about half a mile) and enjoyed our lunches. Our return trip went a little faster because the wind had picked up, but Mike deviated course a bit so we could get a closer look at some of the islands we were passing. Overall a very pleasant and relaxing trip. If you’re looking for an adrenaline rush this probably isn’t the trip for you. We loved it and we highly recommend it.



Rikke L,27 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
Our ship was diverted because of an incoming weather system, and the Bay of Islands stop was cancelled. We had no way to reach the meeting point for this excursion. The operator chose not to refund the booking even though the port was not accessible. Cruise travellers should be aware that there is no flexibility if a ship itinerary changes due to safety diversions.
Gillian W,26 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
A great leisurely day sailing/motoring across the bay of islands. We were lucky with the weather although more wind would have been better.
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