Experience first hand what it is like to sail an old sail boat. Once you are out on the water, you will have the chance to see the beautiful scenery of Lyttelton Harbour, sailing around small bays and islands. If you're lucky, you might even catch a glimpse of dolphins swimming alongside the boat. Tea and coffee are provided.
Take a full day to explore further around Lyttelton and its immediate bays. Take the time to call by Rapaki or Quail Islands, and enjoy a sheltered anchorage for lunch. Tea and coffee are provided however you will need to pack a picnic lunch - have a look at our tasty picnic baskets for a quick and easy lunch option. Trip route and availability is weather dependent.
If you are keen to learn to sail, do a 12 hour course, receiving a Certificate of Proficiency upon completion. This involves 8 hours on the water and 4 hours of theory. Yachting New Zealand approved unit standards based registered assessor.
As a yachting New Zealand seamanship level 3 instructor you can obtain NZQA credits for a Learn to Sail:
On Easter Monday of each year, we organize an annual regatta in Lyttelton Harbour. Each year 10 to 15 boats sail around the bay and the public are welcome to join in so, if you are interested, please ask us for more information.
