”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

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  • Pest Free Operator

    In Partnership with DOC and Auckland Council to reduce the spread of pests to the Hauraki Gulf Islands.

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  • Amotai Registered

    Amotai is a supplier diversity intermediary that connects buyers with Māori and Pasifika-owned businesses in Aotearoa

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  • Fishcare

    FishCare promotes best practice techniques to help recreational fishers reduce their impact on inshore fisheries.

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  • Treasures of Tamaki Makaurau

    Part of platform that showcases Māori-owned tourism businesses that offer unique opportunities to experience Auckland.

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  • Maori Owned & Operated

    We acknowledge the importance of the land and bodies of water we operate on and also acknowledge the Mana Whenua in which we operate.

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  • Who are Panapa Charters?

    Panapa 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?

    It'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?

    Yes, 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?

    Stag 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.

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