Waikawa Boating Club
Wonderful clubroom in Waikawa Bay, Queen Charlotte Sound; keel boat racing program and cruising programme. Affiliate member of Clubs of New Zealand and Yachting New Zealand. Club bar and Galley Cafe in the Wardroom; home of Women's regatta and New Year Regatta. Club bar & restaurant Friday evenings and some club events. Vibrant keel boat racing and cruising calendar (raft ups, trips).
Why Waikawa Boating Club
Waikawa Boating Club is a welcoming yacht club based in Waikawa Bay on Queen Charlotte Sound. Members value the club’s focus on keel boat racing and its active cruising programme, which features raft ups and organised trips. The clubrooms include a bar and the Galley Cafe in the Wardroom, open on Friday evenings and during selected events. The club is known for hosting the Women’s Regatta and the New Year Regatta, creating regular opportunities for on-water activity and social connection. As an affiliate member of Clubs of New Zealand and Yachting New Zealand, it provides a structured yet friendly environment for boating enthusiasts in the Marlborough region.
Finding Waikawa Boating Club
Waikawa Boating Club is situated in Waikawa, Marlborough, within the sheltered waters of Queen Charlotte Sound. The location offers easy access to the wider Marlborough Sounds for racing and cruising. The club’s setting supports both competitive sailing and relaxed boating outings, with the club bar and restaurant providing a place to gather after time on the water. The local area is known for its scenic bays and strong boating community, making the club a natural hub for those based in or visiting the region.
Getting Involved at Waikawa Boating Club
The club runs a year-round calendar of keel boat racing and cruising events that suit a range of experience levels. Social facilities, including the bar and Galley Cafe, operate on Friday evenings and at club events, giving members a regular place to meet. The Women’s Regatta and New Year Regatta are annual highlights that draw participants and supporters alike.
- Wonderful clubroom located in Waikawa Bay, Queen Charlotte Sound
- Keel boat racing programme and cruising programme with raft ups and trips
- Club bar and Galley Cafe in the Wardroom, open Friday evenings and at events
- Home of the Women’s Regatta and New Year Regatta
- Affiliate member of Clubs of New Zealand and Yachting New Zealand
- Vibrant calendar of racing and cruising activities
Contact Info
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