Motor Yacht · Marlborough Sounds · ByB-4021

About this charter

Founded in 1996 by the Appleby family, Affinity Cruises brings decades of owner-operated maritime stewardship to the sheltered sounds and coastal passages of New Zealand. Operating from Picton, the enterprise is rooted in small-ship cruising, curated by founders who manage vessel operations alongside their daughter Vicky. The cruising philosophy prioritizes unhurried travel and quiet anchorages. Voyages navigate through secluded waterways, providing access to historic bays, sheltered maritime reaches, and coastal wildlife reserves rarely witnessed from larger commercial vessels. On board, the environment is relaxed and grounded in attentive personal hospitality. Guests are offered an authentic, considered approach to exploring New Zealand's remote shorelines. With dedicated communal spaces, exterior viewing decks, and knowledgeable owner-operators on board, Affinity Cruises offers an intimate seafaring perspective tailored to those seeking calm coastal exploration across the top of the South Island.

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