Tawaki is a luxurious 81-foot Dyna Laguna superyacht designed for corporate entertaining, private celebrations, overnight escapes, and luxury cruising throughout Auckland’s Hauraki Gulf. Featuring expansive indoor and outdoor entertaining spaces, luxury accommodation, water sports equipment, an industrial BBQ area, and a dedicated professional crew, Tawaki delivers an elegant and unforgettable charter experience.
Guest Capacity
Day Charters
- Up to 45 guests
Overnight Charters
- Sleeps up to 7–9 guests depending on configuration
Accommodation
- 5 cabins
- Ensuite bathrooms
- Master cabin
- VIP cabins
- Twin cabin with Pullman berthÂ
Departure Location
Primary Departure Point
- Viaduct Harbour, Auckland
- Lighter Quay
- Viaduct BasinÂ
Alternative Pick-up Locations
- Waiheke Island transfers can be arranged
- Alternative Hauraki Gulf pick-up/drop-off locations may be arranged on request.Â
What’s Included
Standard Charters
- Exclusive use of Tawaki
- Qualified skipper/captain
- Professional crew
- General cruising fuel
- Tender use
- Non-motorised water toys
- Paddleboards
- Kayaks
- Watersports equipment
- Safety equipmentÂ
Multi-Day Charters
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
- Hotel transfers
- Overnight accommodation
- Crew servicesÂ
Catering Options
Available catering services include:
- Fine dining experiences
- Buffet catering
- BBQ catering
- Corporate catering
- Private chef options
- Finger food platters
- Event catering packages
- Custom menus available upon requestÂ
Beverage Options
- Fully licensed vessel
- Bar service available
- Beverage packages available
- Drinks catering available
- BYO beverages allowed with surcharge
Charter Rates
Hourly Rates
| Duration | Rate |
|---|---|
| First 3 Hours | $1,400/hr |
| 4–7 Hours | $1,200/hr |
Day Charter
| Duration | Rate |
|---|---|
| 8 Hours | $9,000 |
Overnight Charter
| Duration | Rate |
|---|---|
| 24 Hours | From $8,500 |
Plus 25% APA (Advanced Provisioning Allowance) where applicable.
Additional Charges
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Waiting Time | $600/hr |
| Waiheke Wharf Fee | $85 per stop |
| BBQ Use | $50 |
| Additional Crew (25+ guests) | $300–$400 |
| Additional Crew (35+ guests) | $500–$600 |
| High Speed Cruising | $15/minute surcharge |
| Motorised Watersports | $120/hr |
| Fishing Rod/Bait/Ice Set | $40 |
