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Major Tom
With a maximum speed of 30 knots, Major Tom is one of the fastest boats in the Bay of Islands for its class. It offers exceptional value for money and a varied catch record second to none.
This vessel has a roomy cockpit, designed with serious fishing in mind and, for the fish-aholic crew, keeping the boat busy is their top priority.
The boat is available to target a wide range of species with a variety of techniques, including salt fly.
Target species
- Marlin
- Tuna
- Yellowtail Kingfish
- Hapuka
- Snapper
- Shark
- Broadbill
This boat has some great catch records:
- Heaviest Broadbill: 812 lbs world record
- Heaviest Thresher Shark: 581 lbs
- Heaviest Striped marlin: 352 lbs
- Heaviest Blue Marlin: 865 lbs
We Tag & Release, on request.
Congratulations! on the capture of a 865lbs Blue Marlin, Feb 2008.Your skipper: Geoff Stone
A captain with many years experience and records to his credit.
Available to target a wide range of species with a variety of techniques, including salt fly.
Fishing available:
- Game fishing
- Other saltwater fishing
| Sole charter day rate | From NZ$1,550.00 |
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| Live aboard rate | NZ$50.00 per day |
| Additional information | |
Price dependent upon number of anglers 6 hr Kingfish $1,025 4 anglers 9 hrs Gamefishing, 4 anglers $1,550 9 hrs Gamefishing, 6 anglers $1,6509 hr trips include complimentary lunches. |
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| Length | 42 feet |
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| Speed | 20 knots |
| Crew | 2 |
| Tackle | Wide range of top quality tackle plus anglers are encouraged to bring their own light tackle and favourite gear. |
| Electronics | VHF, Colour fish finder, Radar, GPS |
| Engines | 2 x 300 hp Cummins |
| Day capacity | 8 |
| Night capacity | 4 |
| Beds | 4 |
Locations
- Bay of Islands
- In the Bay of Islands you can find thrilling adventure or perfect peace. The unbelievable natural beauty, amazing beaches and a host of islands make for an idyllic aquatic playground and ultimate retreat.