Reviews and travel ratings on Tallship R Tucker Thompson in New Zealand (95% from 21 reviews) A chance to go sailing on a working tall ship in one of the most beautiful parts of New Zealand, the Bay of Islands. Better still, with profits made from tourism going to support youth development, your day out is going to a good cause!
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Catch the breeze and set sail for the day from Russell on board the unique tall ship "R. Tucker Thompson", built in the tradition of 100 year old schooners by local Northlanders. She has sailed the world but today will explore the somewhat calmer seas of the Bay of Islands with you on board.
The design of the "R. Tucker Thompson" is based on the Halibut schooners of the North West American coast, which were considered fast and sea kindly and easily manned. She has a lofty rig of varnished oregon spars. Kwila decks and bulwarks with flashes of brass-work to make her look as she should, a working ship of the 18th century, purposeful and square-shouldered, but with a touch of style and speed.
The day out is an interactive experience, so help set the sails, ride on the bowsprit, climb the rigging; alternatively relax while our crew does the work. You will also enjoy the Devonshire tea freshly baked and brewed in the galley each morning. The ship is spacious and comfortable and the friendly crew makes it a personal experience, often described as the best day of any holiday.
At lunchtime the vessel anchors in a secluded bay. Step ashore, take a swim or try swinging from the yardarm. With all this sea air and activity you'll have a hearty appetite - taken care of by a tasty barbecue lunch cooked on board. Return to Russell this afternoon.
The ship is operated as a not-for profit charitable trust with profits from day sail activities being used to support youth sail training programmes over the New Zealand winter. Operating for over 25 years, the ship is Qualmark approved with a Gold environmental rating.
Email: [email protected]
Website: Tallship R Tucker Thompson
Phone: 0800 TUCKER (0800 882 537)
Phone (intl): 0064 9 402 8430
Paihia Address:
Maritime Building, Marsden Road, Paihia
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Sallypea
Ranking: 10/10
If you do only one thing in North Island, book a trip with R Tucker Thompson, not only is it a great day out, it is for …
If you do only one thing in North Island, book a trip with R Tucker Thompson, not only is it a great day out, it is for a good cause. The Bay of Islands is beautiful and seeing the area from this stunning tall ship is the best way to do it. Lovely friendly crew, yummy lunch, dolphins, and hands on sailing if you want to. Would love to do again and would recommend to everyone! I have been travelling in NZ for 5 weeks (North and South) and I would rank this as my best experience overall.
Thanks so much for your great feedback Sally, it is much appreciated. And thanks for recommending it to everyone on your travels ;-) Hope your 5 week stay in New Zealand has created lifetime memories for you!
hayesad
Ranking: 10/10
Great day viewing the Bay of Islands from a whole new perspective. Great trip and staff. Getting the tourists involved w…
Great day viewing the Bay of Islands from a whole new perspective. Great trip and staff. Getting the tourists involved with the sailing was a plus.
Simon Vallis
Ranking: 10/10
Very well organised and staff could not have been more helpful and informative.
Very well organised and staff could not have been more helpful and informative.
Thanks Simon, glad you had a good time and hope to see you again :-)
TexasStarrs
Ranking: 10/10
This was the most awesome day trip. We were on a cruise from the US to Australia via New Zealand and booked this as a s…
This was the most awesome day trip. We were on a cruise from the US to Australia via New Zealand and booked this as a shore excursion. The crew was excellent, the lunch was very good. We had so much fun and plan to book this trip again on our next visit to Bay of Islands.
We look forward to seeing you back again in the Bay!
Colin Morbey
Ranking: 9/10
Excellent day out. Run by a charity to assist young NZ. Good crew, passengers encouraged to become involved in sailing.
Excellent day out. Run by a charity to assist young NZ. Good crew, passengers encouraged to become involved in sailing.
Sandy Doodson
Ranking: 10/10
A wonderful day out, very friendly crew, made us all feel part of the boat. Run as a charity for youngsters (for your re…
A wonderful day out, very friendly crew, made us all feel part of the boat. Run as a charity for youngsters (for your ref., we are heading towards our 70's).
Helmet Paula
Ranking: 8/10
The crew was very engaged and very friendly, social project.
The crew was very engaged and very friendly, social project.
Amanda McCaig
Ranking: 10/10
This was a fantastic trip. The crew were wonderful - even providing a surprise birthday cake for my daughter! It was a…
This was a fantastic trip. The crew were wonderful - even providing a surprise birthday cake for my daughter! It was a simply glorious experience we will never forget. The Captain let my daughter take the helm for quite some time - which made it even better.
elisabethk
Ranking: 10/10
Excellent tour, good lunch and cream tea, very competent and friendly crew. A wonderful experience!
Excellent tour, good lunch and cream tea, very competent and friendly crew. A wonderful experience!
Very glad you enjoyed your trip with us!
StefanGermany
Ranking: 8/10
Very nice trip on a great boat but no animal views.
Very nice trip on a great boat but no animal views.
Animal views? Could you please explain what you were looking for?
SabineGermany
Ranking: 9/10
It is a very nice way to experience the Bay of Islands.
It is a very nice way to experience the Bay of Islands.
thank you for coming sailing with us!
gerrys
Ranking: 10/10
Late afternoon sail in the bay of islands. More than fantastic. Great crew, great concept + even better that your mone…
Late afternoon sail in the bay of islands. More than fantastic. Great crew, great concept + even better that your money goes to a good cause.
Jessica Jobmann
Ranking: 10/10
Great trip on sailboat, good food on board (barbeque) Wonderful experience, seeing the Bay of Islands from a different a…
Great trip on sailboat, good food on board (barbeque) Wonderful experience, seeing the Bay of Islands from a different angle.
Sally
19 November 2010.