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.
Day 3 today, almost halfway! We woke up 0700 and everyone quickly jumped in the water then got straight into learning to lift anchor and do engine check. We got moving as soon as we could so that we could …
Night one was a windy one but we were well stuck in anchor-wise and all awoke having had a good sleep to prepare for the epic day ahead. A hearty breakfast, morning cleaning and the sails were raised. Dolphins farewelled …
Kia ora whanau, We have had a fantastic start to our voyage. We have enjoyed getting to know each other and the ship. After captain Pete gave a safety briefing we played a name game before we raised the main …
