More info
How many wineries do you stop at?
We stop at three wineries during the tour
- Matt Connell Wines
- Carrick
- Cloudy Bay
You can also choose to get dropped off at a fourth Venue, Penny Black is the perfect choice to round off the day. Its a cute little cocktail bar on the waterfront of Cromwells historic old town
What do I need to bring
You will be reminded by an email the day prior to sailing. Here are our suggestions to enjoying your day out.
- Sensible shoes for walking up the paths
- Sunscreen, available on board for purchase if you forget.
- Clothing suitable for the day. You will receive an email about the forecast the night before your cruise
- A hat is a good idea
Can I hire out the cruise for a private function/ group
Absolutely. We would love to share your special occasion with you. For private bookings the fare remains $295 per person with a minimum of 8 and a maximum of 11 people.
If you are interested but don't have a party of 8 you can still book the vessel but you will be charged for 8 people.
How long do cruises last?
The tour starts approximately 9:30am for pick ups and has guests starting on the water at 10.
We finish the tour approximately 4 with the aim of having everyone where they want to be by 4:30.
How many people can the boat fit?
The tour is designed for comfort. We will take 10 people for mixed groups and can take up to 11 for private groups.
What happens if there is bad weather
Cromwell is known for its dry weather, in fact Bannockburn is known as the heart of the desert. You can expect fine weather most days. If the forecast is for rain or excessive wind you will be given the option of going on the tour by van or rescheduling your booking to an available sailing that suits you. Most days rain passes through quickly, so we may pick up the tour by boat if conditions improve.
Are kids allowed
We are sorry to say we think it is best for everyone if the experience is for adults only. If you are booking a private group, we may be able to make an exception.
How long are the walks, do I need to be fit.
We have two short walks both about 400m. They usually take less than 5 minutes but we do have a small hill to walk up to Carrick.
Our Winery Partners
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Matt Connell Wines
Our First Stop
Matt Connell Wines develop wines that are different by design and showcase special growers, sites and stories and exude richness of flavour, complexity, and balance. Locally owned and operated they give a great feel for Central Otago wines -
Carrick
Our Second stop
Carrick offers a stunning outlook over the Banockburn inlet. Choose from Estate, Limited Release, and Library Tastings, guided by their knowledgeable team, or enjoy a self-guided tasting flight at your own pace. Decide between delicious gourmet pizza or something from the chefs in the restaurant -
Cloudy Bay
Our third Stop
Cromwell is home to Cloudy Bay's Central Otago Pinot Noir. On offer is the full Cloudy Bay wine portfolio for tasting. Tasting experiences, these must be booked in advance, however light snacks and drinks are available anytime. Cloudy Bay is a name many of our local and international guests will recognise