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WHANGAREI – NEW ZEALAND

SUPERYACHT HUB

A HIDDEN GEM FOR MAINTENANCE AND REFITS

A few days' sail from Australia, New Caledonia, and Fiji and a safe harbour in cyclone season, Whangārei has big infrastructure and the experts you need in a refit and maintenance stopover. 

BERTHAGE, SLIPWAYS & HAULOUT

All our superyacht facilities are located in the sheltered Whangārei Harbour
in close proximity of multiple specialist suppliers and Whangārei township.

 

Superyacht crew

WORLD CLASS EXPERTISE

From sailmakers to marine electricians and superyacht hydraulics specialists: Whangarei is home to a surprising number of specialist companies servicing the marine industry.

 

As a customer you'll enjoy the cost benefits of a niche industry in a smaller town too, making projects more affordable and your investment go further. ​​

WHANGAREI AND BEYOND

 Superyacht mast, Image by Bruno Hervas

CLEAR CUSTOMS, BIOSECURITY AND GET ON WITH THE WORK

Full customs and biosecurity clearance services are nearby at Opua or Marsden Cove Marina. Oceania Marine & Heron Ship Repair are also both approved biosecurity transitional facilities for vessels arriving from overseas. More information about NZ biosecurity requirements here.

Kitesurfing in Northland

SO MUCH MORE THAN BOATS

Whangārei is more like a big town than a city, providing a friendly atmosphere with plenty of opportunities for type-2 action and fun.

For more inspiration, take a look at the Superyacht crew guides from Port Nikau.

Aerial image of beautiful Urqhuarts Bay with cruising boat

GREAT CRUISING ON YOUR DOORSTEP

One moment you are in the heart of town, the next cruising some of the world’s most famous boating destinations.

Download NZ Marine 2024 booklet for more inspiration

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