This Hunter 40.5 was a straightforward coastal delivery from Wellington to Opua, completed with the owner onboard as we worked our way up New Zealand’s east coast.
Hunter 40.5 Delivery from Wellington to Opua
We regularly deliver Hunter yachts throughout the NZ and understand the operational requirements of moving these vessels offshore.
Not every yacht delivery involves a major offshore passage. This Hunter 40.5 was a relatively quick relocation from Wellington to Opua, providing the owner with the opportunity to gain experience aboard the vessel while moving it to one of New Zealand’s most popular cruising destinations.
The route required careful timing around Cook Strait before heading north along the coast. Even on shorter deliveries, selecting the right weather window can make a significant difference to both comfort and progress.
Having the owner onboard is often beneficial during deliveries of this nature. It allows them to become familiar with the yacht’s systems, handling characteristics and daily operating routines while covering meaningful cruising miles under real conditions.
The Hunter 40.5 is a practical cruising yacht with a comfortable layout and straightforward sail handling. These characteristics make it well suited to coastal passages and owner-assisted deliveries where learning the boat is often just as important as reaching the destination.
After a pleasant trip north, the yacht arrived safely in Opua ready for further cruising around the Bay of Islands and beyond.
