Learning for life through the sea
The R. Tucker Thompson is a tall ship based in the Bay of Islands, operated as a not-for-profit, we take Northland’s young people on life-changing 7-day voyages. Over summer, we operate daily sailing trips, profits from our tourism activities are used to fund our youth development voyages.
Nau mai, haere mai, welcome on board!
We run 7-day Youth Development Voyages for the young people (aged 14-18) of Taitokerau Northland. These are life changing experiences, designed to build confidence, create teamwork and develop leadership.
Support the youth of Northland by sailing with us this summer. Experience a day on the water on the R. Tucker Thompson, a traditional gaff-rigged schooner with her own unique history. Choose to make it an active adventure, help hoist the sails, climb the rigging or just relax with a cold drink.
Looking for something different to do for you and your group this summer? Why not charter an entire tall ship? We charter the ship out privately for groups and schools.
Time to get up! Our day started with another morning swim, the water was pretty warm!We tucked into breakfast with mince and mashed potato on toast. After our morning routine it was time to take over the ship, electing a …
Firstly, we saw a kiwi last night! One stood still at eye level within arms reach and four were seen running away from us. When we walked out of the bush we were greeted by the most beautiful arrangement of …
Wakey Wakey, all hands on deck for our morning swim! The water was so refreshing after a warm nights sleep onboard. We got right into our morning chores followed by baked beans, creamed mushrooms and scrambled egg’s, fit for a …