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What makes the R. Tucker Thompson different from other Bay of Islands sailing cruises?


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The R. Tucker Thompson is a traditional gaff-rigged schooner offering an authentic tall-ship experience rather than a conventional sightseeing cruise. Its timber decks, towering masts and working sails evoke New Zealand’s maritime heritage while providing a memorable way to explore the coast. Compare this experience with other Bay of Islands sailing tours.

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R Tucker Thompson Sundowner Tall Ship Sail
North Island

Dec-Apr

Sailing Tours Cruises Family-friendly Tours Half-Day Tours
Set sail from Russell aboard the R Tucker Thompson on a 1 hour 45 minute tall ship adventure, with beautiful Bay of...
Calendar icon Duration: 1hr 45mins
Map icon Location: Russell
from US$ 56
A crew member with a tattooed back steering the R. Tucker Thompson tall ship, while passengers relax on deck under full sails.
R Tucker Thompson Full Day Sail
North Island

Oct-Apr

Sailing Tours Cruises Family-friendly Tours Day Tours
Spend 5.5 hours sailing the Bay of Islands aboard the R Tucker Thompson from Russell. Help hoist the sails, take th...
Calendar icon Duration: 5.5 hours
Map icon Locations: 3
from US$ 101
Dolphin Cruise Catamaran with Leaping Dolphin Bay of Islands New Zealand
Bay of Islands Dolphin Eco Cruise
North Island

Oct-Apr

Cruises Nature & Wildlife Family-friendly Tours Half-Day Tours
Experience the wildlife and natural beauty of the Bay of Islands on a Dolphin Eco Cruise from Paihia or Russell. Lo...
Calendar icon Duration: 5 hours
Map icon Locations: 2
from US$ 93
Silver Wave catamaran anchored near Waewaetorea Island with paddleboards floating behind
Serenity Sailing Charter with Silver Wave
North Island
Sailing Tours Family-friendly Tours Day Tours Half-Day Tours Multi-Day Short Tours
Relax in style on the Serenity Sailing Charter with Silver Wave in the Bay of Islands, a luxury three-deck catamara...
Calendar icon Duration: Half, full & multi day
Map icon Location: Paihia
from US$ 1,806
Woman enjoying a sunset sailing cruise with Barefoot Sailing Adventures in the Bay of Islands
Sundowner Evening Cruise
North Island

Dec-Mar

Sailing Tours Cruises Family-friendly Tours Half-Day Tours
Sail into a peaceful New Zealand sunset with a Sundowner Evening Cruise in the Bay of Islands. Drift by Paihia and ...
Calendar icon Duration: 2 hours
Map icon Locations: 2
from US$ 59
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