Crew Wanted -Auckland to North Cape & Bay of Islands Return

[Shezakeepa 0]

One capable yachtsman needed for a 15 day cruise from Auckland to North Cape, including 2 days in the Bay of Islands.  A great chance to see the Far North harbours.

Crew of two. Capable yachtsman required, but ocean cruising experience not req.

Aim to anchor in a safe anchorage each night before dark. Daytime watches only.

Overnight stops at Kawau, Tutukaka, Maitai Bay (at Cape Karikari), Parengarenga Harbour, Houhora, Mangonui, Opua Marina, Russell, Waitangi, Whangamumu, Tutukaka etc. 

 

Starts: Mon 27 Nov 2023,  Returns: Mon 11 Dec 2023

But allow 2-3 days delay while waiting for weather/sea to abate if necessary.

 

“Shezakeepa” is a Marauder 8.4m (Alan Wright design) fibreglass 28 foot sloop, 1983, normally berthed at Tauranga Bridge Marina.

Pick you up at any deep enough Auckland wharf of your choosing.

Cost share at $15/day for one includes all on-board meals, milk, tea, coffee, fuel, water, & marina fees. You pay for your own meals ashore, when possible (at least 5 meals ashore).  

Watches are 2H on, 2H off, daylight sailing only.  Could accommodate a couple if necessary, daily rate $20 the pair. No dogs.

Please contact Mike.

[Gappy 9]

You need some serious experience to enter Parengarenga Harbour it's a narrow entrance with a very shallow bar. Any swell and it's a no go in a yacht. 

 

[Shezakeepa 0]

Thanks, Gappy.  I'm aware that the Parengarenga crossing is very dependent on sea conditions, with shallow shifting sand bars for a great distance from shore.  Somewhat similar to the Bowentown bar crossing down this way. 

Contingency is to continue on to Houhora, or back to Maitai Bay or the west side of Cape Karikari (Te Ika) in an easterly swell.

Mike

[Shezakeepa 0]

Thanks to those who replied.  This position is now filled. 

Kind regards,

Mike