Swan Racing Series

The Cule brand (pronounced ‘cool’) was established in 2007 to offer New Zealand’s boat building industry the option of a premium-quality, locally manufactured boat hatch. No small feat when your comp...

Sailing in the Bay of Islands is sensational.  Whether you’re a newbie looking to find your sea legs or an old hand who already knows the ropes Great Escape has a sailing holiday for you.  We have a fleet of affordable kiwi yachts and a crew of very experienced sailing instructors. Explore our secluded bays and sheltered waters as you sail yourself through the world renown cruising grounds of the Bay of Islands.

The 1975 Alan Mummery Ketch is a classic, craftsman-built 12.2m (40-foot) timber cruising yacht with a robust three-skin kauri hull and centre cockpit layout.

This versatile 4.8m boat is designed with functionality, safety, and ease of use in mind, making it a solid choice for inshore fishing or family outings.