Black Label Experience Exclusive – 2017 International Rugby Tour VIP Travel & Match Hospitality Packages

Bluewater, in collaboration with Black Label Experience and Access Riviera, are proud to bring you exclusive New Zealand rugby experience packages.

27 January 2017

Select a 1 to 5 day experience below, paired together with a Match Day Package hosted by some of New Zealand’s greatest rugby players, sportspeople or local celebs.

Packages are created as per your wishes and can incorporate a variety of options from match tickets, hospitality suites, lunch & dinner packages, fishing or golf excursions with former All Blacks internationals, or a one-on-one with former All Black Coach Graham Henry.

Celebrity Quotes

Sir Graham Henry's quote for Black Label - Sir Graham Henry is one of New Zealand's most in demand speakers, having coached the All Blacks to glory in the 2011 Rugby World Cup.
'The 2017 British and Irish Lions tour to NZ will be an outstanding occasion for global rugby. I am looking forward to sharing the energy and enthusiasm with Black Label's and Bluewater clients who are keen rugby fans, whether it is at a test match or out on the water fishing'.
World Cup.

“Touring is the ultimate for a player. Experiencing a Lions Tour in New Zealand is the ultimate for fans. I look forward to hosting you in NZ in 2017." Joe Stanley quote for Black Label - Listed as one of New Zealand's 100 Greatest All Black."

 Private guided heli fishing experience, while staying overnight at a luxury lodge followed by attendance at the Maori All Blacks vs. Lions match on 17th June 2017.

 Round of golf at the Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course with a former New Zealand Golf Pro followed by lunch at Kinloch lodge in Taupo.

 Scenic helicopter flight to an exclusive luxury lodge for a round of golf and a sumptuous meal prepared by a private chef or a special wine tasting with a local sommelier.

 Remote hunting at an exclusive lodge followed by whiskey tasting and a dinner prepared by a celebrity chef – this option can include travel to an international rugby test match fixture in either Christchurch or Dunedin.

 Seafood-foraging heli expedition from Southern Alps Alpine luxury tented lodge into Fiordland, then jet boating the following day and spending the day with a celebrity rugby host pre-and post-match on 8th July 2017, final day of the Lions Tour.

 Luxury charter fishing experience with Graham Henry, one of New Zealand's greatest All Black rugby coaches.

Black Label Experience 2017 - VIP Rugby Packages prepared exclusively for Bluewater

VIP Experience 1: Northland Luxury VIP Rugby Experience, 2nd - 4th June 2017

Includes:
• Match day tickets and hospitality package to the opening game of the tour on 3rd June 2017 hosted by a former All Black Legend
• Private charter helicopter transfers from Auckland to luxury lodge accommodation in the magnificent Bay of Islands, Northland
• 2 nights’ luxury accommodation in the Presidential Suite at Eagles Nest
• Return vehicle transfers to Toll Stadium, Whangarei
• Private charter helicopter transfers back to Auckland

Priced from NZD $60,000.00 per person excl. 15% GST.

VIP Experience 2: Ultimate Fishing Experience with former All Black Coach, Sir Graham Henry - 5th June 2017

Includes:
• Full day Luxury Fishing Charter
• Former All Black Coach Graham Henry as your fishing guide and host for the day
• On board catering
• Transfers to and from the fishing charter
• Supply of high quality fishing gear
• ‘Catch and cook’ with a celebrity chef at an exclusive island location

Priced from NZD $80,000 per person excl. 15% GST.

VIP Experience 3: Extreme Thrills and Adventure VIP Experience with former All Black Coach, Sir Graham Henry - 7th June 2017

Includes:
• Full day of thrills e.g. shooting, extreme golf, 4WD all-terrain park, archery, 3-course lunch, wine challenge & whiskey tasting
• VIP match hosting and hospitality with Sir Graham at Eden Park, Auckland
• All transfers

Priced from NZD $50,000 per person excl 15% GST.
Match day tickets can be arranged via an accredited seller.

VIP Experience 4: Experience the wilderness & wildlife of Stravon via the natural wonders of Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park and the Southern Alps

This option can include an international rugby fixture in either Christchurch or Dunedin 9th – 10th June 2017

Includes:
• Return heli transfers from Christchurch with former All Black Captain, Richie McCaw as your pilot.
• Lunch at remote alpine setting.
• Bagpipe and Haggis ceremony on arrival at Stravon - New Zealand’s finest game estate.
• Wildlife tour of Stravon.
• Guided hunting, skeet shooting and wild food foraging.
• Dinner hosted by a high profile New Zealander at Headquarters - prepared by NZ Celebrity Chef, Al Brown
• After Dinner whisky tasting at Shackleton’s. Headquarters' house bar which tips it’s hat to a couple of great Rugby supporters. The British & Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (as well as his lost whisky) and his Captain, New Zealander - Frank Worsley.
• Overnight accommodation in remote wilderness cabin at 3,500 ft above sea level. (Max capacity 6 pax + 2 VIPs)

Priced from NZD $80,000 per person excl. 15% GST.

Match day tickets can be arranged via an accredited seller.

VIP Experience 5: Exclusive Alpine adventure at a renowned Minaret Station Alpine Lodge accessible only by helicopter, nestled in the majestic Southern Alps of New Zealand, 11th- 13th June 2017

Minaret Station is located at the head of a stunningly picturesque glacial valley in the heart of the
Southern Alps. Accessible only by helicopter, Minaret Station treats those fortunate enough to experience this wilderness landscape to a level of comfort and style never before available in the New Zealand Mountains.
Guests are hosted in luxuriously furnished Chalet Suites complete with king beds, walk in dressing room, full en-suite bathroom with a double vanity and NZ amenities, complimentary mini bar and a private deck set with a glorious hot tub to relax in.

Includes:
• Heli transfers from Queenstown Airport to lodge
• Min 2 nights’ accommodation at luxury tented lodge
• Heli Skiing excursion (weather dependent)
• Jet boating excursion
• Private chef prepared Mountain Kitchen meals

Priced from NZD $90,000.00 per person excl GST 15%.
Match day tickets on 13th June at Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin can be arranged via an accredited seller.

VIP Experience 6: Luxury VIP high country homestead and eco-sanctuary, 14th - 17th June 2017

Experience staying in an iconic high country sheep station, New Zealand’s newest luxury accommodation owned by renowned South African record producer Robert (Mutt) Lange. This is your chance to stay in complete luxury while contributing to the healing process of this conservation wonder. This option can include an international rugby test match fixture at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin on 13th June 2017.
Includes:
• All meals prepared by private chef (breakfast, lunch, dinner, morning and afternoon teas, snacks, canapés, picnics etc)
• Dedicated Lodge staff (including private guide and concierge)
• New Zealand wine and beverages served with dinner and pre-dinner cocktails
• 4WD introductory tour
• Min 3 nights’ accommodation
• Private jet return transfer to Queenstown from Auckland
• Helicopter or premium vehicle transfers from Queenstown to Wanaka

Priced from NZD $100,000 per person excl. GST15%

VIP Experience 7: Treetops Lodge offers the ultimate in world-class luxury accommodation in the heart of New Zealand’s unique forest and thermal wonderland, trout fishing mecca and cultural capital, Rotorua, 17th – 21th June 2017

Includes:
• Return transfers from Auckland Airport to Treetops Lodge, Rotorua
• Private guided heli fishing and/or lake fishing
• Golf with a NZ Golf pro at Kinloch golf course an 18-hole Jack Niklaus-designed course
• Private guided tour of active volcano
• Private guided tour of glow worm caves
• Private and exclusive Maori Culture Experience
• 4 nights’ Private Villa accommodation at Treetops Lodge
• Rugby match hospitality at Rotorua International Stadium, Rotorua with a former All Black legend
• Rugby match tickets and hospitality at FMG Stadium, Hamilton with a former All Black Legend
• Return transfers to both matches from Treetops Lodge

Priced from NZD $90,000 per person excl. GST 15%.
Match day tickets arranged via an accredited seller.

VIP Hosted Test Match Day Experiences:

Auckland

Auckland
Eden Park | Auckland | 24th June 2017 – Test Match hosted by former All Black Legend Joe Stanley

Includes:
• Return premium transport with driver to the match day
• Guaranteed Category A covered seating match tickets
• 2.5 hours pre- and post fully inclusive food and beverage with guest speakers and MC

Priced from NZD $10,000 excl GST 15%.

Eden Park | Auckland | 8th July 2017 – Test Match hosted by former All Black Legend Joe Stanley
Includes:
• Return premium transport with driver to the match day
• Guaranteed Category A covered seating match tickets
• 2.5 hours pre- and post fully inclusive food and beverage with guest speakers and MC

Priced from NZD $10,000 excl GST 15%.

Wellington

Wellington
Westpac Stadium | Wellington | 27th June 2017 – Test Match hosted by former All Black Legend Joe Stanley

Includes:
• • Return premium transport with driver to the match day
• Guaranteed Category A covered seating match tickets
• 2.5 hours pre- and post fully inclusive food and beverage with guest speakers and MC

Priced from NZD $10,000 excl GST 15%

Westpac Stadium | Wellington | 1st July 2017 – Test Match hosted by former All Black Legend Joe Stanley
• Return premium transport with driver to the match day
• Guaranteed Category A covered seating match tickets
• 2.5 hours pre- and post fully inclusive food and beverage with guest speakers and MC

Priced from NZD $10,000 excl GST 15%.


Terms and conditions apply to all VIP packages above. For enquiries related to package prices and availability please contact Vikki on vikki@bluewateryachting.com.

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