
”Outstanding service & Exceptional Customer Support“

All Casual bookings include:
- Admission for 8 hour Charter
- Rod, Rig and Reel hire
- Bait Provided (Pilchards)
- Fresh Salt Ice
- Tea and Coffee Facilities Available
- Clean Amenities
- All Day Crew Support
- Cooler Bag Hire
All you will need to bring is a day pack with some snacks, water, sunscreen and sunnies, $5 for your sweepstake and a plate for the shared lunch. Leave the rest to us
Upcoming Casual Fishing Opportunities
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CASUAL FISHING - LABOUR WEEKEND COLLECTION
SHARED BOAT, shared fun with friends and family, shared food and FISHING...





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Pest Free Operator
More InfoIn Partnership with DOC and Auckland Council to reduce the spread of pests to the Hauraki Gulf Islands.
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Kai Ika Supporters
More InfoWorking with Kai Ika’s mission to minimise the impact on the marine environment through better utilisation of our natural resources. We encourage giving respect to each and every fish harvested and ensure no part of the fish is wasted.
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Fishcare
More InfoFishCare advocates for best practices to assist recreational anglers in minimizing their impact on inshore fisheries. Panapa Charters upholds Kaitiakitanga/Guardianship principles while fishing in the Hauraki Gulf and advocates for sustainable fishing practices.
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Treasures of Tamaki Makaurau
More InfoPart of platform that showcases Māori-owned tourism businesses that offer unique opportunities to experience Auckland.
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Amotai Supplier
More InfoAmotai is a supplier diversity intermediary that connects buyers with Māori and Pasifika-owned businesses in Aotearoa
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Whāriki Member
Learn moreWhāriki Māori Business Network is a not-for-profit social franchise, designed to support and uplift Māori business owners and professionals, by creating moments of connection and celebration.
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Maori Owned & Operated
We acknowledge the importance of the land and bodies of water we operate on and also acknowledge Mana Whenua in the areas of which we operate.
More Info…
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Who are Panapa Charters?
Read morePanapa Charters are 2nd and 3rd generational charter operators who originated from the Kaipara Harbour and Migrated over to the Hauraki Gulf in the late 90’s. Panapa and Noradene have now passed down their knowledge on to their children. Hinetai, Kayla and Panapa Junior who will eventually succeed them in the near future.
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How do we protect the Gulf?
Read MoreIt's crucial as Kaitiaki of these waters that we ensure proper care. Teaming up with Fishcare promotes healthy, sustainable fishing practices through the voluntary charter code of conduct.
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Do you provide training for people wanting to learn boating or fishing?
More InfoYes, Panapa Charters do provide training to individuals who may have their own vessel and individuals who would like to learn boating and seamanship. Check our website for more information.
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Do you have a group that you would like to take out fishing?
More InfoStag or Hen’s do? Corporate Team? Team building? Do you have a group that you would like to bring out on the water? Let us know, we can take up to 15 individuals and provide catering too.

Our vessel
Our vessel “MAJURO” measures 13.1 metres and is situated in Westhaven Marina, Auckland, New Zealand. We limit the number of customers to 15 for a comfortable fishing experience. We cruise at an economic speed of 11 knots and depending on the conditions and where we have been working will determine where we will be fishing for the day. Our target species is snapper.