Catch a wave and you’re sitting on top of the world! This summer season marks the 14th anniversary of New Zealand’s original Surf School…the Raglan Surfing School. From humble beginnings operating from the back of a converted Holden ambulance, the Surf School has now been recognised as one of the Top 10 Adventure Activities in New Zealand by CNN. The Surf School operates year round from its base in the beautiful surrounds of the Karioi Outdoor Adventure Centre located in Whale Bay. The Centre offers the Surf School’s clients an opportunity to experience more than just a great time in the water - a chance of experiencing a taste of the surfing lifestyle as well. Surf lessons are offered at 9am and 2pm everyday throughout the summer season and start at the Karioi Lodge. The 3 hour lessons include water and beach safety, soft surfboard and wetsuit hire and free transportation from
anywhere to and from Raglan town. Great value and service! The Surf School’s managers are top professional surfers, Zennor (the “Zen Master”) Wernham and Chris (“Bugsy”) Malone who oversee their crew of experienced Surfing NZ qualified coaches. Their passion translates to their students getting “stoked” on the sport while learning to ride the great waves of Raglan. Accommodation options are also available from the Karioi Lodge and Sleeping Lady Lodgings and range from campervan sites, backpackers to upmarket holiday homes overlooking the surf at Whale Bay. Why carry your board to the beach? The Surf School is also a one stop shop for surfboard and wetsuit rentals. A wide range of new equipment is now available for hire adjacent to the lifesaving tower at Ngarunui Beach. “Stand up for your rights!”…. “Stand Up and Surf’! RSS
Raglan Surfing School, 5b Whaanga Road, Whale bay BOOK NOW ON-LINE @ www.raglansurfingschool.co.nz - Or Call (07) 825-SURF (7873)
Wahine Moe Cruise: Raglan like you’ve never seen it before Here’s something you can do with the entire family that won’t cost an arm and a leg… Come to the Wharf! Discover the 1.5 hr. Wahine Moe ‘Sunset Harbour Tours Fish and Chips Experience’. Adults $39/ Kids $29. Let the captain and crew of the Wahine Moe take you on a fun filled scenic journey back in time, exploring the outer reaches of Raglan’s historical Whaingaroa Harbour. Hear some tall tales of settlements past and see the amazing hidden jewels of the ancient Te Akau limestone pancake rock formations. Enjoy a great fish and chips meal from the Wharf’s new ‘Fresh Fish Market’ …All the while listening to a great musical score over
the vessel’s state of the art sound system… sipping on bubbles or a cold beverage from our fully licensed bar… What more can one ask for? How about topping your evening off witnessing the most spectacular West Coast sunset from a vantage point like no other! Bring your friends, bring your family…and above all... BRING YOUR CAMERA! The Wahine Moe is also available for private charter. She’s a great venue for private parties, receptions and school outings. 70 passengers can be catered for. The vessel is equipped with some surprise features such as a spa bath, satellite TV and is outfitted for luxurious overnight floatel accommodation. Wahine Moe Crew
Bookings can be made on-line at www.raglanboatcharters.co.nz or by calling (07) 825-SURF (7873). Booking locations: Soul Shoes at Raglan Wharf, Kopua Holiday Park Office or i-Site. FREE Town Pick-Ups!
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