Expedition yacht AMIKA opens for New Zealand yacht charters

Built in 2020, she combines an ice-class hull and 4,000nm range with accommodation for up to 11 guests, making her a platform for longer journeys in the South Pacific as well as time spent enjoying the water.

Currently based in New Zealand, AMIKA is scheduled to move to Australia in May 2027, giving charter guests an opportunity to experience the region before her next seasonal relocation.

Offering exterior spaces that are arranged around time spent outdoors, charter yacht AMIKA presents a beach club providing direct access to the water and a swim platform for getting in and out of the sea.

Guests can also make use of the deck Jacuzzi, sun deck, and exterior bar, while the onboard BBQ offers another option for relaxed dining outside.

Keeping everyone on board busy, her collection of water toys includes two WaveRunners, two Seabobs and two foilboards, alongside waterskis, a wakeboard and towable equipment.

Fishing and snorkeling gear add further options for exploring the coastline, while a 10.3m (33'10") Goldfish Chase Tender provides transport for trips ashore and excursions away from the charter yacht.

Inside, motor yacht charter AMIKA's interiors are by the in-house team at Sanlorenzo, with accommodation for up to 11 guests across five cabins.

The layout comprises a master suite, two double cabins, and two twin cabins, offering a combination of sleeping arrangements for families or groups of friends.

The onboard facilities include a gym and Wi-Fi, while air conditioning provides comfort when guests return inside after time outdoors. Plush lounge areas, a formal dining setup, and thoughtfully placed seating areas provide plenty of options for where to spend the day, while making the most of the surrounding views.

New Zealand offers several distinct cruising regions for private yacht charters, from the island-dotted waters of the North Island to the sounds and fiords of the South Island. The Bay of Islands and Hauraki Gulf are two established North Island cruising grounds, while the Marlborough Sounds and Fiordland provide options farther south.

In Northland, the Bay of Islands encompasses 144 islands between Cape Brett and the Purerua Peninsula. Its coastal towns include Russell , Paihia , Opua and Kerikeri , while the area around Cape Brett and Piercy Island is known for the natural landmark commonly called the Hole in the Rock. Urupukapuka Island is another notable stop, with walking tracks offering an opportunity to explore ashore.

Further south, the Marlborough Sounds provide another established area for coastal exploration, with Queen Charlotte Sound/Tōtaranui and Pelorus Sound/Te Hoiere forming part of the region's network of waterways. In the southwest of the South Island, Fiordland offers a different setting, with its steep-sided fiords and forested shorelines.

Doubtful Sound/Patea, within Fiordland National Park, extends for approximately 40km and branches into three arms. Its remote setting and resident marine wildlife make it a distinct destination within New Zealand's southern cruising grounds.

With her credentials as a fully-fledged expedition charter yacht with a spacious beach club and a collection of watersports equipment, AMIKA offers a way to experience New Zealand's coastline from the water, with the flexibility to balance time at anchor with excursions ashore.

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