Singular moments
lasting impact
School holiday voyages
Life on board runs on trust, conversation and pulling together.
When everyone supports each other, big things happen.
School holiday voyages
Charting courage, together
Sail the iconic Hauraki Gulf. Explore our treasured islands. Push comfort zones. Grow as a crew.
This five-day journey builds resilience, connection, and adventure - and counts toward Bronze, Silver, or Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Hillary Award.
Duration – 5 days, 4 nights
Dates – 18th-22nd January 2027
Cost – $1,575 per person
Age Group – 14–18 years
Inclusions
• Sailing equipment
• Wet weather jacket / overalls and life jacket
• Professional crew and instruction
• Accommodation and meals onboard
• Specialized Voyage Log Book • NZ Sailing Trust Lapel Pin
Two adventures, wind, water, and wild places
Two adventures. One unforgettable journey.
Sail by sea. Paddle the coast. Two nights on a legendary yacht, then two more by kayak and campfire.
For 14–18 year olds with adventurous souls.
No experience needed - just curiosity and courage. Duke of Edinburgh Award credit optional.
Duration – 5 days, 4 nights
Dates – 12th-16th April 2027
Cost – $1,575 per person
Age Group – 14–18 years
Inclusions
Sailing component
• Sailing equipment
• Wet weather jacket / overalls and life jacket
• Professional crew and instruction
• Accommodation and meals onboard • Specialized Voyage Log Book • NZ Sailing Trust Lapel Pin
Kayak component
• Learning kayaking techniques in a safe environment
• Overnight camping
• Navigation and map reading
• Follow leave no trace principles
Five days at sea, a lifetime of growth
At the New Zealand Sailing Trust, we don’t just set sail - we shape character.
Aboard our iconic vessels, young people become crew: learning to navigate, lead, and support one another. Every task, from hoisting sails to cooking meals, builds confidence, teamwork, and resilience.
The ocean is our classroom. The journey is the lesson.
Duration – 5 days, 4 nights
Dates – 28th September -2nd October 2026
Cost – $1,575 per person
Age Group – 14–18 years
Inclusions
• Sailing equipment
• Wet weather jacket / overalls and life jacket
• Professional crew and instruction
• Accommodation and meals onboard • Specialized Voyage Log Book • NZ Sailing Trust Lapel Pin
As a recognised activity provider of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Hillary Award, this voyage qualifies for the gold residential, gold adventurous journey, silver adventurous journey and practice, bronze adventurous journey and practice.
What you’ll experience
Yachts that carry dreams
History that moves you. Climb aboard NZ legends - Steinlager 2 or Lion New Zealand, you’re not just boarding a vessel - you’re stepping into a legacy.
These boats carried dreams across oceans - now they carry you.
It’s a journey of self-discovery
From navigation at sea to shared meals, explore new skills and pathways that shape futures.
Salt air, shifting skies, open seas. This is nature unfiltered - and you’re in it.
Discover what you’re made of
One crew, one mission. No passengers here - you’re the crew. Hoist sails, plot courses, and learn through every action.
Different backgrounds, one shared purpose.
We are all made of something different
Whether at the helm or helping on below deck, everyone learns that true leadership means being present, backing others and stepping up when it counts.
Let your light shine, your actions be seen and your voice be heard. - in your own way.
Yachts that carry dreams
History that moves you. Climb aboard NZ legends - Steinlager 2 or Lion New Zealand, you’re not just boarding a vessel - you’re stepping into a legacy.
These boats carried dreams across oceans - now they carry you.
When you step onboard, you become part of the story
Discover what you’re made of
One crew, one mission. No passengers here - you’re the crew. Hoist sails, plot courses, and learn through every action.
Different backgrounds, one shared purpose.
It’s a journey of self-discovery
From navigation at sea to shared meals, explore new skills and pathways that shape futures.
Salt air, shifting skies, open seas. This is nature unfiltered - and you’re in it.
We are all made of something different
Whether at the helm or helping on below deck, everyone learns that true leadership means being present, backing others and stepping up when it counts.
Let your light shine, your actions be seen and your voice be heard. - in your own way.
Skills that stick
Leadership, communication, and navigating the journey. Life skills you’ll sharpen every day and take beyond the waves, into your next adventure.
Singular moments, lasting impact
Life on board runs on trust, conversation and pulling together. When everyone supports each other, big things happen.
Confidence, grown naturally
This isn’t just an adventure - it’s a transformation. Achieve things you didn’t think you could, and walk away with a quiet, lasting sense of pride.
History that moves you. Climb aboard NZ legends - Steinlager 2 or Lion New Zealand, you’re not just boarding a vessel - you’re stepping into a legacy.
These boats carried dreams across oceans - now they carry you.
Yachts that carry dreams
Safety is top of mind - always
Your wellbeing is our priority. With expert training and support, you’re free to learn and explore with confidence.
