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One of the best ways by which you can pay tribute to the thriving spirit of the City of Sails is by taking to the water. With a geography that allows you to assume nature in its most engaging aspect is by trying out the variety of Water Sports in Auckland. It should also be kept in mind that one of the last areas to be discovered as a major surfing destination was New Zealand. Many of the distances of the scenic coast are continually pounded by swells from all sides and with both the coasts being so close, it allows surfers to look for major waves. This is what Water Sports in Auckland is all about. Whether you are a serious player on the waters, or are just a visitor, there are surf tours, schools and camps all over the city to give you the water sporting experience. There are innumerable companies that offer cruises, ferries, tours and charters. Most charter companies offer skippered, bareboat and crewed charters. For one of the best experiences in boating as a water sport, take a trip on the tall ship, the Soren Larsen, a square-rigged 19th century brigantine beauty with 12 sails. If you want to go for a good surf, less than 50 kilometers from the city of Auckland, try out the Te Henga or the Bethells Beach on the west coast where the water is often rough. The other destinations that need to be looked at feature the Piha, Karekare, Muriwai and the Whatipu. Most of the beaches have their own surf clubs and lifeguards. Water Sports in Auckland also comprises swimming for there are plenty of beaches that are easily accessible from the downtown. Some of them are: the Okahu Bay, Mission Bay, Kohimarama Beach and the St. Heliers Bay - all of which border the Tamaki Drive. Apart from the natural swimming beaches, you can also go for the public swimming pools that dot Auckland. Whether it is swimming, surfing or boating, Auckland has it all. Water Sports in Auckland is the experience of feeling the sun on your face, catching some breathtaking scenery and a taste of genuine Kiwi culture.
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