2XS Charters

Basic Information

Fishing trips, business outings, family outings, party cruises, and self-drive holidays are all available on what is one of Auckland’s classiest charter vessels offering these services. A stylish 15m power cat with a huge cockpit for fishing and entertaining, as well as the beautiful roomy saloon that only catamarans can deliver. If you need to impress your clients, or maybe just treat yourself to a bit of affordable luxury, 2XS should be your first call.

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Areas of operation: Hauraki Gulf

Phone: 09 373 3381

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.2xscharters.com/

Vessel Information

Name: 2XS

Length:  15m.

Accommadation: Sleeps 6 with 2 bathrooms, separate shower and generous galley.

Entertainment: Sounds system.

Equipment/Tackle: Rods, tackle, bait/burley, and ice are provided.

Trip departure: All day trips are 7:00am departure (or earlier) and 3:00pm return from Thursday to Sunday during daylight saving unless otherwise agreed.
Evening fishing trips will typically depart between 4:00pm and 5:00pm, with the return between 9:00pm and 10:00pm.
Some trips may run overtime depending on the circumstances on the day, so please advise the skipper early if you need to be back on time.

Food Rate: BBQ Hire $60 – Incl hire, gas, and cleaning.

Additional crew for more than 16 pax, or by request for additional service.
Cutlery, crockery, glassware hire $30 – Per Hour (min charge $150 per trip)

Rates

2XS have a range of packages for private & corporate charters.

2XS Fishing- Private & Corporate Charters

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  • 8 Hours (max 12 anglers) $1,820.00 Includes Rods, Tackle, Bait/Burley, and Ice for up to 12 Anglers
  • 6 Hours (max 12 anglers) $1,610.00 Includes Rods, Tackle, Bait/Burley, and Ice for up to 12 Anglers
  • Evening Trips – 4 hours to 6 hours depending on time of year (12anglers) $1,322.50 Rods & Tackle $15/angler. Bait is supplied
  • Additional non fishing or rod sharing guests (max of 4) $40.00 Per guest
  • More than 16 guests (max 20 for fishing trips) $30.00 per hour for additional crew (min charge $150 per trip)
  • Outer Gulf surcharge $100.00 May apply for trips to more distant fishing areas

iFish 2XS Charters Club Fishing

  • 8 hours $140.00 Inc GST – Includes Rod, tackle, bait, and ice (November to April)
  • 8 hours $120.00 Inc GST – Includes Rod, tackle, bait, and ice(May to October)
  • Evening Trips – 4 hours to 6 hours depending on time of year $105- Rods & Tackle $10/angler. Bait is supplied.
  • Non fishing or rod sharing guests (see Parent & Child for child guests) $23.00 –  Can take up to 4 extra guests with the minimum of 12 anglers.
  • (Nov – Apr) Club Special Parent & Child (less than 16yrs) rod sharing double $160.00 – Max of 4 per trip when available
  • (May – Oct) Club Special Parent & Child (less than 16yrs) rod sharing double $140.00 – Max of 4 per trip when available

2XS Cruise- Private & Corporate Charters

  • 8 Hours (up to 16 guests) $1,820.00 Harbour or Inner Islands cruise. Surcharge may apply for cruises requiring extra fuel.
  • 4 Hours (up to 16 guests) $1,472.00 Harbour or Inner Islands cruise. Surcharge may apply for cruises requiring extra fuel.
  • Upgrade to max 25 guests $30.00 per hour for additional crew (min charge $150 per trip)
  • Upgrade to max 30 guests (conditions apply) $150.00 Additional to the 25 guest crew upgrade.

Self Drive Service

Between $900 and $1600 per day depending on annual hire days and time of year.

Can only be hired for self drive via Dreamboats Auckland by clicking www.dreamboats.co.nz/

Latest Reports

Raglan Fishing Report - 17/09/26
Saltwater reports

"...we are seeing better fish in and around that 50 to 65-metre mark, with a trip out deeper no longer usually required... Read More >

17 Sep 2026
Tauranga Fishing Report - 17/09/26
Saltwater reports

"To the deep water for our great table fish, the tarakihi. They are still going well but more so in those 80-metre-plus areas... Read More >

17 Sep 2026
Bay of Islands Fishing Report - 17/09/26
Saltwater reports

"I was just saying that we should have been out at the Brett looking for bluefin when a call came over the radio that someone had... Read More >

17 Sep 2026
Bream Bay Fishing Report - 17/09/26
Saltwater reports

"Bream Bay fishers have been reporting some great catches this last week, especially on the snapper front... Read More >

17 Sep 2026
Top of the South Fishing Report - 17/09/26
Saltwater reports

"One tip for spring fishing is to go easy on the berley. Too much berley will often attract sharks, and once they move in, they can... Read More >

17 Sep 2026
Outer Hauraki Gulf Fishing Report 17/09/26
Saltwater reports

"...the best workups continue to be found well offshore, particularly north of Anchorite Rock, towards the Broken Islands, and around Cape Colville... Read More >

17 Sep 2026
Northland Fishing Report - 03/09/26
Saltwater reports

"Good numbers of quality snapper have been present in shallows amongst rocky outcrops and reefs.... Read More >

03 Sep 2026
Inner Hauraki Gulf Fishing Report - 03/09/26
Saltwater reports

"No matter what the moon phase is, get out on the water and try different spots... Read More >

03 Sep 2026
Bay of Islands Fishing Report - 03/09/26
Saltwater reports

"News from around town indicates some good rock-based fishing with some sizeable fish being caught.... Read More >

03 Sep 2026
Outer Hauraki Gulf Fishing Report 03/09/26
Saltwater reports

"The most consistent action is currently being encountered north of Anchorite Rock..... Read More >

03 Sep 2026

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