The story of New Zealand's love affair with the sea. Peter Elliott sails around NZ retracing Captain Cook's voyage of discovery in 1769. Travelling on 20 different boats, Peter explores the coastline and reveals the events that have formed New Zealand's maritime heritage.



Episode 1 - Gisborne to Mercury Bay



Peter's voyage of discovery starts at the spot where Captain Cook landed in 1769. His first sail is on board the m... See More

The story of New Zealand 's love affair with the sea. Peter Elliott sails around NZ retracing Captain Cook's voyage of discovery in 1769. Travelling on 20 different boats, Peter explores the coastline and reveals the events that have formed New Zealand's maritime heritage

Episode 2 - Mercury Bay to Cape Reinga

From Mercury Bay to Thames and then to Auckland where Peter discovers the roots of New Zealand Yacht building and racin... See More

The story of New Zealand 's love affair with the sea. Peter Elliott sails around NZ retracing Captain Cook 's voyage of discovery in 1769. Travelling on 20 different boats, Peter explores the coastline and reveals the events that have formed NZ 's maritime heritage.

Episode 3 - Cape Reinga to Lyttelton

After rounding Cape Reinga Peter crosses the dangerous Kaipara bar before sailing to Queen Charlotte Sound on board the Te A... See More