Steam Tug William C Daldy

Charters & Excursions

Do you want an entertainment venue that is really different, great fun and delivers a premium experience that can’t be matched anywhere?

DALDY is equipped with an excellent Sound-system and electronics, full Bar and catering facilities and is an excellent choice for day or evening Corporate Entertaining, Party Cruises, Weddings, Birthdays and Client/Staff Entertainment. At 750 Tons displacement the DALDY is the most stable charter vessel on Auckland Harbour.

  • Saturday 20 Feb 2010 – We have arranged another great day out on the William C Daldy. This is a family fun day on Kawau Island. – Click to book now! SELLING FAST

    • w c daldy kawau islandIdeal for group sizes of 60 to 126 guests, the vintage steam tug WILLIAM C DALDY is available for 4 hour harbour cruises in the evenings and during the weekend. Charters outside these times are possible by arrangement.

    The DALDY is also available for Hauraki Gulf half day and all day private charter cruises and fishing trips.

    The charter season is from 1st November until 30th April. For Public Excursion Cruises click here for the Excursions page to reserve a seat!

    To take advantage of these fabulous opportunities to entertain and cruise on the WILLIAM C DALDY vintage steam tug, call Bev Scott, Charter Secretary, Tel wk: 09 622 1722 hm: 09 624 3373 mob: 021 411 988 Email: Email Bev now.

    Charter Fees

    The WILLIAM C DALDY charter fee is $750 + GST per hour. Standby and Pickup fees may apply. You can arrange your own catering or we can do it for you.

    Harbour ‘Cruise and Catering’ prices range from $55 to $95 + GST per head, depending on menu selections and guest numbers. Standby and Pickup fees may apply.

     

    Minimum charter time for Gulf cruises is 5 hours. Minimum charter time for all other DALDY cruises is 3 hours.

    WILLIAM C DALDY is a licensed facility (BYO not allowed). Our bar prices are very reasonable.

    Entertainment / Food Options include:

    • DJ for the entire evening – $600
    • Fingerfood menus – $11-$28 per person
    • Full buffet menus – $30-$50 per person

    For complete charter fee and price information call Bev Scott, Charter Secretary, Tel wk: 09 622 1722 hm: 09 624 3373 mob: 021 411 988 now.

    Safe Ship Management

    Any vessel for hire within NZ must be properly crewed, well equipped, and maintained and inspected regularly. William C Daldy carries a current certificate of Safe Ship Management issued by the NZ Marine Safety Authority.

    Below are some images taken from some recent sailings.