New Opua Marina Welcomes Cruisers Arriving In New Zealand

Created by doina. Last modified on 2004-04-22 11:12:07
Contributors: John Neal, Mahina Expeditions
Countries: New Zealand

The spacious new 233 berth Opua Marina (www.opuamarina.co.nz ) has reserved the northern half of the float breakwater for quarantine (it is clearly marked and isolated by a set of gates from the southern half) for yachts arriving from overseas and customs and agriculture officers from Whangarei are based here during the months that cruisers arrive. A large number of marine repair and trade shops have opened adjacent to the marina with sailmakers, riggers, canvas, welders, mechanics, engineers, shipyards and dry storage facilities available. Marina visitors also enjoy spacious, clean showers and excellent laundry facilities adjacent to the docks. Opua Cruising Club always hosts a Thanksgiving Day dinner for as many as 200 cruisers from many countries in late November, plus several barbecues every week.

Contributed by John Neal, Mahina Expeditions, www.mahina.com