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Bluebridge extend discount for YNZ members

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Bluebridge have extended the discount available to Yachting New Zealand member card holders until October 2023, so members can start booking their summer holidays now.

Demand is currently very high, so it would be prudent to plan ahead to avoid disappointment.

Bluebridge carry passengers and vehicles between Wellington and Picton up to four times daily and offer a 10 percent discount to Yachting New Zealand member card holders.

They’ve been keeping shiploads of travellers happy since 2002 and passengers can enjoy free WiFi and movies, fresh local fare and earn Airpoints Dollars™.

See here for more details and to book your next journey.

Promo code: SAILOR

This discount is exclusively for Yachting New Zealand members
Members will save 10 percent on all Bluebridge retail fares
It is valid for bookings and travel until October 31, 2023. The discount excludes travel between December 15 and January 15 annually
Discounted passenger fares available for travel with or without a vehicle
Public fares and fare types are all dynamic and subject to daily changes
Fares and fare types are always subject to availability at the time of booking
This offer is not available in conjunction with any other offer
Standard retail fare conditions apply and you can find them at; www.bluebridge.co.nz/bookings/fare-types
Members must present their Yachting New Zealand membership card for ID when at check-in as proof of eligibility. If not presented, the standard retail fare will be charged
The offer can only be redeemed for bookings made direct through the Bluebridge passenger service call centre, passenger terminal or website. It cannot be redeemed for StraitNZ Bluebridge freight bookings or bookings made by third parties (affiliated agents of Bluebridge)
Payment must be made when booking via the following payment methods; Poli (bank transfer), Credit card and/or Afterpay
Promo code must be used at the time of booking and cannot be retrospectively added to an existing booking
Simply use promo code SAILOR when booking at www.bluebridge.co.nz . Or quote the promo code when calling 0800 844 844

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Types of vehicles

Our vehicle decks are rather large so height restrictions aren't really an issue with any of the vehicle types below. We ask that you simply provide us with the correct length information so we can allow sufficient space.

If your vehicle type is not listed below please contact our customer services team for a quote.

0800 844 844 Any vehicle over 3.5T – Please book through Freight – Email: [email protected]

Less than 5.5m

Covers, but is not limited to the following vehicle types: sedan, hatch-back, coupe, sports car/convertible, people-mover, station wagon, SUV or an off-roader, classic car, 4x4.

Car - longer than 5.5m

Covers, but is not limited to the following vehicle types: sedan, coupe, sports car/convertible, people-mover, station wagon, SUV or an off-roader, limousine, classic car, 4x4.

Less than 5.5m Covers, but is not limited to the following: flat deck, extended cab and double cab utility vehicles, 4x4.

Longer than 5.5m Covers, but is not limited to the following: flat deck, extended cab and double cab utility vehicles, 4x4.

Van Less than 5.5m

Covers, but is not limited to the following: both semi-bonnet/front-wheels forward and forward control/cab forward vans. Longer than 5.5m

Covers, but is not limited to the following: both semi-bonnet/front-wheels forward and forward control/cab forward vans, long wheel base.

Campervans are generally no larger than a standard van with sleeping accommodation, and sometimes contain a limited toilet or kitchen facilities.

This category of vehicle typically has a double or queen bed in the rear or above the drivers cab, living area behind the driver's seat, and a toilet and kitchen area in the middle.

5th Wheeler

Includes travel trailers that can only be towed by a truck/ute, as the trailer sits on a hitch in the truck bed. Please enter the total length of your ute +travel trailer as it measures when it is hitched.

Includes passenger buses, house buses, motorhomes shaped like a bus or motorhomes built on a "cutaway van" chassis.

Covers motorcycles with 2 wheels and mopeds. Please note, we class power-assisted pedal cycles as bicycles which can be added as an extra later on in the booking process.

Trike or sidecar

Covers motorbikes with one wheel at the front and two wheels at the rear and motorbikes with two wheels at the front and one wheel at the rear. This category also covers motorbikes with sidecars i.e. a car, box or other receptacle attached to the side of a motorcycle which is supported by a wheel.

Light truck < 2.5T Min Lenght 3m - Max Length 8m

This includes trucks under 2.5T- Tonnes, and under 8m in length. Anything over this weight should be booked on the Light truck 2.5-3.5T category

Light Truck 2.5 - 3.5T Min Lenght 3m - Max Length 8m

This includes trucks between 2.5 and 3.5T- Tonnes, and up to 8m in length. Anything over this weight or length restriction needs to be booked via our freight booking office.

Equestrian Vehicle/Motorhome Min Lenght 3m - Max Length 12.5m

Equestrian vehicles carrying horses can only travel under 2.5m swells. If the swell height exceeds this, you won't be able to travel on that sailing. Hay and/or straw is considered a dangerous good and cannot travel with this booking. Min Lenght 3m - Max Length 12.5m

Equestrian Trailer Min Lenght 3m - Max Length 16m

Equestrian towed trailers/floats carrying horses. Please ensure the correct length is booked, including hitch, so enough space is allocated for your booking. Equestrian towed trailers/floats carrying horses can only travel under 2.5m swells. If the swell height exceeds this, you won’t be able to travel on that sailing. Hay and/or straw is considered a dangerous good and cannot travel with this booking.

Types of towing

Please note if you are travelling with livestock you will need to book via our freight office by calling 0800 162 322 or emailing [email protected]

A vehicle equipped for living in, typically towed by a car.

A trailer connected to any vehicle including a motorbike. Trailers under 2m in length are charged as 2m.

A trailer designed to launch, retrieve and carry boats.

Exclusive Yachting NZ Offer

Next time you're planning a trip up North or down South, jump on one of our Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferries. As a Yachting NZ member, you'll save 10% on any fare. You'll also get free WiFi, free movies and earn Airpoints Dollars™ every time you sail with us.

Use promo code:

Save heaps on Bluebridge

Simply use promo code SAILOR when you book online or call our customer service team on 0800 844 844. Show our team your Yachting NZ membership card when you check-in.

Your ticket includes the best free WiFi on Cook Strait and free movies. Plus earn Airpoints Dollars™ if you add your Airpoints account number when you book.

For your own space, upgrade to a private cabin with ensuite from as little as $30. Single, twin, double, and family cabins available

Terms and conditions

This discount is exclusively for Yachting NZ members. and all participants and their families, to the Open Skiff Nationals events annually.
Members will save 10% off all standard Bluebridge retail fares with the promo code: SAILOR
The discount code is valid for bookings and travel up until 31 March 2024.
Yachting NZ discount is only eligible for bookings that include a minimum of one Yachting NZ member, a maximum of six passengers per booking.
Discounted passenger fares available for travel with or without a vehicle
Public fares and fare types are all dynamic and subject to daily changes.
Fares and fare types are always subject to availability at the time of booking.
Standard fare type conditions apply as per the individual fare type booked, you can find these at; www.bluebridge.co.nz/payment#fare-types
This offer is not available in conjunction with any other offer.
The offer can only be redeemed for bookings made direct through the Bluebridge passenger service call centre, passenger terminal or website. It cannot be redeemed for StraitNZ Bluebridge freight bookings or bookings made by third parties (affiliated agents of Bluebridge). 
Members must present their Yachting NZ membership card when they check-in as proof of entitlement. If not presented, the standard retail fares will be charged.
Members simply use promo code SAILOR when booking at www.bluebridge.co.nz . Or quote the promo code when calling 0800 844 844.
Payment must be made when booking via the following payment methods; Poli (bank transfer), Credit card and/or Afterpay.
The promo code must be used at the time of booking and cannot be retrospectively added to an existing booking.

University student?

Student Deal

Welcome to the Richmond Yacht Club, Auckland

Are you considering joining a yacht club?

Join us and be a part of a down-to-earth bunch. We have a programme to suit every taste.

Friday Night Specials for those just starting out. Summers and Winters full of races – singlehanded or with your crew for the competitive sailor. Cruise with us and enjoy the sparkling blue waters then enjoy BBQs on glorious beaches.

As a member, you get special rates for sailing, dinghy lockers and venue hire. You’ll also get the benefits of RYC’s membership with Yachting New Zealand – see more information about the Yachting NZ app here .

Membership Types

: If you are 18+ years old join us for an annual fee of $280	: For both you and your partner join us an annual fee of $305
: If you are a non-boat owner or living more than 80 km from the club join us for an annual fee of $160.	: If you and your partner are non-boat owners or living more than 80 km from the club) join us an annual fee of $180.
: If you are 18+ years old and want to be a non-voting member join us for an annual fee of $140.	: If you are under 18 years old and want to be a non-voting member you can join us at no cost by us.
Grab a for $250 to cover all your race fees for the season, plus a 50% discount for the 3 x 3 Summer Blast, Route 66 and Gulf Triangle Singlehanded Challenge.	We have standard and large dinghy lockers and medium sized storage lockers available for rent – please contact the office for rates and current availability.

Veteran and Veteran Family memberships ($145 and $160) are available for 65+ year olds who have been RYC members for 5 years or more.

Kids are welcome at the club!

Joining us is simple:

Complete the online membership form , or
Submit a hard-copy membership form to [email protected] or in person at the office.

Membership Cards

Until 2023-24, Richmond Yacht Club used plastic membership cards.

We’ve now gone high-tech and use the “member card” feature within Yachting New Zealand’s app. The YNZ app also gives members access to a great range of discounts from YNZ’s partners.

There are two steps:

Download and install the app – see here .
Contact the RYC office and give your consent for RYC to share your name and email address with Yachting New Zealand, so that they can verify that you’re a member.