A Day in the Bay

Sailing Te Rawhiti Inlet, from Russell to Moturua Island and back onboard the red hulled Phantom. Enjoyable day cruising Te Rawhiti Inlet in the Bay of Islands onboard the Phantom with our gracious hosts Richard and Robin. The journey was as expected, but the company, food and a glimpse into a relaxed and peaceful lifestyle was very unexpected. From the beginning you knew Richard was an experienced skipper and his wife, Robin, was a delight to talk with. The journey was some much better than the destination; and the destination was stunning as we sailed around Te Rawhiti Inlet. The sailing was about 2 hours each way with an hour or so stop at Waipao Bay, Moturua Island. Enough time for Robin to prepare a wonderful lunch onboard, and for the passengers to spend time on the Island or swim at there leisure. It is worth noting that the DOC tracks on Moturua are quit steep and potentially muddy, but the views of Motukiekie Island and Otupoho Bay are worth the effort. Overall an awesome and soul rejoviornating experience, Rob and Laurence

"Fabulous day out sailing with a great stop at a beautiful little island. Lunch was to die for. Thanks so much Rick & Robin for accommodating the 4 of us and making a pretty memorable day in the Bay of Islands."

"A really great way to enjoy the Bay of Islands."

A fantastic day out with lovely people. The scenery is spectacular, we got to explore a new island via foot & snorkel before being served a delicious lunch and then sailing home. Highly recommend!

This was an all-round great trip out of Russell harbor with the owners/skipper, Rick & Robin on their 50' racing sail boat, "Phantom". Highlight was sailing under a full sail on strong breeze out to Matukananui Island, and sailing on the jib on return. The island stop was cool with an easy hike to the headland for fabulous views of this unique land mass. The simple paddling from the boat to shore in a light dingy was a reality check of the sailing experience. A opportunity to take a dip in the lagoons aswell. We thoroughly enjoyed the food spread, all home made fresh cuisine a la Robin and the conversations with both who have deep knowledge & experience on the seas. Rick is a natural raconteur with one sailing story after another, and Robin adds her color of lifelong sailing. Rick & Robin were warm and inviting, giving those with sailing experience the wheel under the skipper's eye. A lovely day out. Thank you.

FANTASTIC DAY CHARTER EXPERIENCE Jan 2023 It is hard to do better than some of the other 5-star reviews. Rick & Robin are fantastic, the day sail was wonderful, the food excellent, and all around this was a worthwhile and very enjoyable day. The boat is fast and stable, even in some chop, and Rick is very willingly let those of us who have previous sailing experience take the helm. The small guest size allowed us to get to know the other people who were on the trip. FANTASTIC, YOU MUST EXPERIENCE THIS!!!!

Amazing day out with Phantom Sailing Jan 2023 • Family Such an amazing day in the beautiful Bay of islands. Rick and Robyn were fantastic hosts! Great food, great boat, great company. The small numbers on the boat made it perfect for us as we were after an authentic sailing experience. Our family would highly recommend it to everyone!