🛥️ Your Ultimate Guide to the 2025 Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show

Everything Boaties and Fishos Need to Know – From Expert Fishing Tips to Custom Maps

Get ready, ocean lovers! The Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show is back from May 15–18, 2025 at Auckland Showgrounds, and it’s shaping up to be the biggest event yet for boating, fishing, and marine lifestyle enthusiasts.

Whether you're in it for the fishing gear, the family fun, or to meet creators like us at Tides Out Maps, we've got you covered with this one-stop guide to everything going down at Hutchwilco 2025.

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🎣 What’s Inside This Blog Series?

From tips on getting the most out of your visit, to deep dives into the gear, personalities, and maps that make Hutchwilco special, explore each post below:

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🧭 1. Why Every Kiwi Boatie Should Attend the 2025 Hutchwilco Boat Show

Spoiler: It’s not just about the boats.

Find out what makes Hutchwilco New Zealand’s premier marine event, from new product launches to networking opportunities for water lovers. Perfect for anyone considering their first visit—or coming back for round ten.

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🌊 2. How Our NZ Bathymetric Maps Can Help You Navigate Like a Pro

Bring your favourite waters home—or take them with you on board.

Explore how our handcrafted underwater maps can help you visualise and relive your greatest boating memories—whether it’s the Hauraki Gulf, Bay of Islands, or your favourite hidden fishing spot.

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🎤 3. Inside the Shimano Masterclasses: Learn From the Pros

Targeting kingfish? Want to learn sustainable spearfishing?

We spotlight the Shimano Fishing Pavilion and share expert tips from some of the biggest names in New Zealand fishing. It’s like having a pro on your boat—minus the wet socks.

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🧒🏽 4. Family-Friendly Fun at Hutchwilco: Pirate Ships, Bumper Boats & More

Because boating isn’t just for grown-ups.

Discover the best kid-friendly attractions from inflatable pirate ships to the infamous rodeo shark ride. Ideal for families looking to spend a full day at the show (without meltdowns).

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🍽️ 5. Celebrating Kaimoana with the Kai Collective

A feast of flavour and tradition.

Get a taste of the Kai Collective—a new addition focused on New Zealand’s rich relationship with the sea and sustainable seafood. Includes recipes and ideas for serving kaimoana at home.

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🚤 6. Boat Spotting: What’s New on the Water in 2025

The hottest new boats launching at the show—and why they matter.

We highlight the biggest buzz boats of Hutchwilco 2025, like the Surtees 750 Game Fisher and Extreme 886 Game King. Get the specs, the tech, and the why-you-should-care.

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🗺️ 7. Tides Out Maps at Hutchwilco: Where to Find Us + Show Special

Yes, you can touch the woodgrain.

Come meet the makers behind Tides Out Maps! Find out where we’ll be at the show, what maps we’ll be launching, and how you can score a show-only deal on your next custom design.

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We’ll keep updating this post as new blogs go live—so bookmark this link, share it with your mates, and get ready for an unforgettable Hutchwilco experience.

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✍️ Interested in a Custom Map Inspired by Hutchwilco?

If the show sparks an idea for your dream map—a place, a memory, a favourite coastline—click below to start a conversation:

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