Wasting Light is a beautifully presented 70-foot Maritimo luxury motor yacht, designed for premium cruising throughout Auckland’s Hauraki Gulf and surrounding waters. Offering the perfect balance of luxury, adventure, and relaxation, she features sophisticated indoor and outdoor entertaining spaces, extensive water toys, modern stabilisation systems, and overnight accommodation. Whether hosting a corporate event, private celebration, family getaway, or luxury overnight escape, Wasting Light delivers an unforgettable charter experience.
Guest Capacity
Day Charters
- Up to 36 guestsÂ
Overnight Charters
- Sleeps 6 guests in 3 cabinsÂ
- Up to 9 guests may be accommodated on some overnight configurations
Departure Location
Viaduct Harbour, Auckland
- Auckland Viaduct Harbour
- Lighter Quay, Viaduct Harbour
- Auckland CBD, New Zealand
Charter Rates
Half Day Charter (3 Hours)
| Item | Rate |
|---|---|
| Charter | From $4,000 + GST |
| Captain & Crew | Included |
| Catering | Available |
Full Day Charter (7 Hours)
| Item | Rate | |
|---|---|---|
| Charter | From $8,000 + GST |
Overnight Charter
| Item | Rate | |
|---|---|---|
| Overnight Charter | From $10,000 + GST |
Alternative Published Rates
| Service | Rate | |
|---|---|---|
| First 3 hours | $4,200 | |
| Additional Hours | $1,250/hr | |
| Day Charter | $8,400 | |
| Overnight | $11,000 |
Additional Charges
| Item | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Group Surcharge (15-25 guests) | $300 – $420 | |
| Large Group Surcharge (25+ guests) | $950 – $1,080 | |
| BBQ Hire | $50 | |
| High Speed Cruising | $40 per nautical mile | |
| Jet Ski Hire | $400 | |
| E-Foil Hire | $300 | |
| Fishing Equipment | $10 per set/hr |
What’s Included
Half Day & Day Charters
- Captain
- Professional crew
- Fuel at standard cruising speed
- Use of tender
- Paddleboards
- Kayaks
- Access to vessel facilities
- Safety equipmentÂ
Overnight Charters
- Captain included
- All toys included
- 3 hours cruising per day
- Accommodation for overnight guestsÂ
Catering Options
Available onboard:
- Canapés
- Degustation dining
- Brunch menus
- Dinner menus
- BBQ options
- Private chef experiences
- Corporate catering
- Formal dining experiences
Chef services available by arrangement.
Beverage Options
- Onboard beverage menu available
- Licensed vessel
- Bar service available
- Beverage packages available
- Premium beverage service available for catered chartersÂ
