| Auckland Dinner Cruise Duration 2.5 hours. Departs 7.00 pm daily other times may be available due to demand. Winter sailing time 5.30 pm 20 April - 30 September A truely unique combination of sailing and dining, with a set fresh seafood menu! Alternatives by arrangement. Enjoy the finest fresh produce in a calm and magnificent Auckland harbour setting. Your crew of two will be your hosts as they cook and serve your meal in a way which is enjoyed by thousands of New Zealanders aboard their yachts. Then we weigh anchor and the sails go up for an exhilarating after dinner sailing experience while watching the fairy-tale lights of Auckland city pass by! Ticket price includes FREE entry to the Auckland Maritime Museum, which is located on site. Each yacht accommodates 20 passengers; however dining below decks allowing 18-20 passengers. Auckland Dinner Cruise - MENU ENTRÉE: New Caledonia prawns with tomato, cucumber, ginger and red onion salsa
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Roasted beurre bosc pear with whipped goats cheese and Parma ham MAIN: Roasted Big Glory Bay salmon, fondant potato, chargrilled vegetables, walnut tomato and lemon dressing
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Organic free range chicken butter roasted, fondant potato, caramilised parsnips, confit garlic and rosemary honey dressing DESSERT: Vanilla crème brûlée with sesame tuille
Tea and coffee.
A licensed cash bar is available on board. The bar carries a selection of premium New Zealand beers and wines and soft drinks.
This menu is served at our sheltered anchorage. We are able to provide special diet and alternative options on request. This menu is served at our sheltered anchorage, after which we go sailing. Will I get to steer the boat?
Of course, if you wish. Our philosophy is that we want all our guests who wish to helm the yacht to have that opportunity. A thing seen is easily forgotten; a thing done is never forgotten. The feeling that you get as you hear the hiss of the water swishing past while you are on the helm actually controlling the direction of the boat is something few people will forget. It is a magical, almost rejuvenating experience, and puts you close to nature. Our skippers are trained to help you understand the basics very quickly, so any feeling of uncertainty or trepidation you may feel will be quickly replaced by exhilaration. It is an experience to savour, with plenty of photo opportunities too… Of course, if you would prefer not to indulge yourself on the helm, you may simply sit back, relax, and let the beautiful sights of Auckland slide by.
How much will the sailboat tip over?
Generally our sailboats will not heel more than 10-15 degrees. Many racing yachts or sailboats can often heel 35 to 45 degrees and even beyond in heavy wind conditions, especially if they are carrying too much sail. However, our sailboats are fitted with stronger shorter masts and smaller sails than a race boat would carry. They are also designed to be relatively broad in the beam, and stable. These factors work to ensure complete safety in our environment, and in particular, help prevent the boat from being pressed significantly by the wind. There are controls aboard which the skipper and crew can use to make the sails even smaller (reefing) and to ease the sails out (sheets and travelers) to spill any unwanted wind. As a result, our vessels rarely if ever heel over more than 10-15 degrees. Overseas Visitors: The Pride of Auckland Company has been arranging functions for overseas visitors for over 17 years. Whether it be a formal luncheon / dinner or a sailing experience on our lovely harbour,The Pride of Auckland Company has the skill and experience to ensure the success of your function. Some Charter Options Include: - Corporate Entertainment - Incentives - Business Lunch Meetings - Social Functions - Promotions - Sunset Cruises with Champagne or cocktails and nibbles.
- Team Building events are very popular because they give immediate feedback of the success of your team !
- Bithday Celebrations - Engagements - Weddings - Anniversaries.
- Champagne Breakfasts - Coffee Cruises - Lunch Cruises - Dinner Cruises.
- Varied dining styles and menus to accommodate cultural preferences - sumptuous banquets to linger over,or short and snappy one - course meals for shorter events.
Please contact the 'Lets Go' team for more information on the Auckland Dinner Cruise
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