THE CREW

Meet your captians; Brad and Monique

Brad and Monique own and operate Bayscapes Charters. Founded in July 2021 shortly after Brad and Monique met as Brad had a dream of turning his catamaran into a charter business in the Bay Of Islands. Together they made this dream a reality. Sharing a love for the ocean and the hidden gem of New Zealand that is the Bay of Islands. Like many New Zealanders they grew up on the water, boating, surfing, swimming and more! Focusing on day sailing cruises; they can't wait to hoist sails and let the wind take them through the Bay of Islands.
Brad has deep ties to the Bay of Islands area with a family history and passion in the area. His seamanship began at a young age with a boating-mad family. Staring on a small yacht he began sailing so that he could explore all the islands, bays and harbours in the best way possible.
Monique worked on small boats with the NZ Army for 4 years where she gained her SRL ticket before following Brad and her love for the ocean to the Bay of Islands. She started sailing on the Navy Chicos but has learnt a lot from Brad on Hibiscus Star and enjoys perfecting these techniques at the Opua Cruising Club racing nights.         
When they aren't sailing they can still be found by the sea either Surfing, Paddle boarding, Diving or just taking their dog for a swim (who also loves the ocean!)

reviews

Why We Are Rated The No. 1 Sailing Charter in The Bay Of Islands

     

 One of the best boat charters we’ve taken anywhere in the world. Wonderful clean and comfortable boat, tasty lunch catered from a local restaurant, and a friendly and knowledgeable crew (Brad and Monique). Zero complaints and would absolutely do this again next time we visit NZ. Highly recommended! Thank you! 

Andrew Ellis: Shared Charter
     

 Sailing in the Bay of Islands aboard this beautiful catamaran was a major highlight of our visit to NZ. We really enjoyed Brad and Monique's hospitality, knowledge and sailing skills. They provided great food & snacks, opportunities to explore a couple of islands, a lovely sail through the bay and had stand up paddle boards and snorkel gear available for use. Our private sailing charter with them was outstanding. Highly recommended! 

Eric Wakely: Private Charter
     

 Fantastic day sailing with Brad & Monique around the bay of islands. Friendly skippers with lots of knowledge about the area and who were more than happy to answer questions. We had a great time on our walk, using the SUP’s and snorkelling with a delightful lunch to finish it off. The catamaran was beautiful and clearly well looked after! Thanks very much, a great way to see the Bay of Islands, would definitely recommend! 

Hamish Baxter: Shared Charter
     

 We took the team from Blast Away Guys out on a private day charter. It was a fantastic experience and very relaxing. The kids got to see fish and an octopus while snorkelling around in the beautiful, clear waters. The boat itself is beautiful, very comfortable and they keep it in pristine condition. Thank you so much for a wonderful day Bayscapes. 

Brya Page: Private Charter
     

 What a wonderful experience on this great sailing yacht, with the lovely skippers Monique and Brad, in the beautiful Bay of Islands. We have had an amazing day on the catamaran, a nice walk with stunning views on a secluded island, time to swim, snorkel, use the paddleboard and to relax. Absolutely perfect! 

Sierra Mike: Shared Charter
     

 Amazing experience! We got really lucky with good weather during our stay in Paihia. This is a must do excursion with Brad and Monique! Their boat was really comfortable to accommodate 18 of us. The packed food provided was also scrumptious!! 

Soni Bhat: Private Charter
     

 So many thanks to our skippers Brad and Monique, we had a beautiful sailing trip with you with chilling in the bean bags as well as thrilling sailing moments „up wind“. Thanks for your kindness, know-how and answering all my unprofessional questions about the sail, the right wind-direction and the colours of the water. That was awesome! 

Nikolaus Meiser: Shared Charter
     

 Best charter in the Bay of Islands! We’ve been on private charters with Baycapes multiple times and will keep coming back. The boat is well outfitted and comfortable, the food is tasty, and Brad and Monique are lovely, have excellent knowledge of the area and always know the best spots to go on the day. 

Jodi Salinsky: Private Charter
     

 Brad and Monique were very friendly, professional and organised. The boat is fantastic, well-kept with good facilities, and a good size for day trips. We had a beautiful sail out to Army Bay and time to walk on the island and spot many native birds, as well as swimming and paddle boarding. Just what we were looking for as a day trip in the Bay. 

Louise McMillan: Shared Charter
     

 We held a family reunion in the Bay of Islands and had the pleasure of chartering with Bayscapes. There were 11 adults and 2 children. All were comfortably accommodated. The tour had a mixture of things to do , hike, water sports, sailing and a fantastic lunch. The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable. Would thoroughly recommend them. 

Kevin O'Connor: Private Charter
  
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