What made our experience awesome? Because we had no issues with arranging the insurance - on the website and through verbal and email communication. Everything was Plain Sailing! The costing was... See more
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1st ever claim after 40+ years boating and Mariner made it easy. Quick phone call, online claim, photo/s and quote for repair sent and within 48 hours had approval. Paid excess to repairer and Mariner... See more
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All quite straight forward from enquiry to contract. Competitively priced in the market. Acceptable terms. Fair Excess. Quick response to any questions. Should we ever have to make a claim we tr... See more
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Very easy to get insurance sorted. Website was very easy to follow. I I bought my boat in Auckland and need to insure whilst being relocated to Nelson by a courier. Asked the question and got a replay... See more
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Mariner Insurance has been offering Kiwis boat insurance in New Zealand for over a decade with specialist marine insurance cover for trailer boat, jet ski, yacht, launch, charter boat, construction, bluewater and transit. We are locally owned and are boaties too, so please get in touch for a quote.
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2 Reg Savory Place, 2013, Auckland, New Zealand
- 0800 466 467
- info@mariner.co.nz
- mariner.co.nz
4.9
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Insurance at a snip!
Kia ora!
This was so easy all the way. Importantly, the cost of insuring my boat was good value, having obtained quotes from other service providers.
May 3, 2026
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Hi Steve, thanks for your review and kind words. Great to hear you found our online service quick and easy to get competitive cover in place. Welcome aboard!
very good thanks
April 27, 2026
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Hi Eric, thank you for your review. Great to hear the Mariner team are offering professional service. Welcome aboard!
Run by kiwis for kiwis
April 23, 2026
Reply from Mariner Insurance
Hi Ants, thanks for the review. We’re proud to be a Kiwi-owned and operated business, and it’s always rewarding to support fellow Kiwis with straightforward, reliable boating cover. Welcome aboard!
Online application was easy
Online application was easy, follow up emails where easy, payment options were easy
April 28, 2026
Reply from Mariner Insurance
Hi Stan, thanks for your feedback! We’re glad to hear you found our online service quick and easy to get cover in place. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience - Welcome aboard!
Happy as
Hassle free & great online service. Was recommended from previous boat owner and everything stacked up. Very quick. Good competitive pricing.
Thanks team.
March 31, 2026
Reply from Mariner Insurance
Hi Grant, thanks for your feedback! Great to hear you found our online service quick and easy to get competitive cover in place. Always good to hear we lived up to a client's recommendation, thanks for giving us a chance. Welcome aboard!
Easy to get insurance cover
Easy to get insurance cover, quick response, reasonable price
April 27, 2026
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Hi Rachel, thanks for your review. Glad to hear the Mariner Crew was able to help you with getting hassle free and competitive cover for your vessel - Welcome aboard!
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Hi Mark, thanks for your review. Great to hear you found our online service quick and easy to get affordable cover in place. Welcome aboard!
Overall... 5 STARS!!!
My enquires were answered super efficiently and the premium quoted was very competitive...
Overall = 5 Stars!!!
April 24, 2026
Reply from Mariner Insurance
Hi Mervyn, we’re happy to hear that your enquiries were answered efficiently and that you found the premium competitive. Thanks for taking the time to share your feedback, it’s greatly appreciated. Welcome aboard!
Reply from Mariner Insurance
Hi Pete, thanks so much for your review. We’re really glad to hear you found our service fast and efficient, and our rates competitive. Welcome aboard!
Timely responses to my enquires
Timely responses to my enquires. Easy to understand policy document.
April 19, 2026
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Hi there, thank you for your review!
Great to hear you found our responses timely and the policy documentation easy to understand. Welcome aboard!
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Hi there, thank you for your review & kind words. Great to hear the Mariner team are offering professional service. Welcome aboard!
Super easy to deal with
Super easy to deal with. Fast turnaround with the quote and just as fast to get cover in place with a very competitive price.
Highly recommended.
April 21, 2026
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Hi Riccardo, thanks so much for the recommendation! We’re glad to hear you found us super easy to deal with, with a fast turnaround and competitive pricing. Welcome aboard!
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Hi there, thanks so much for your great review. We’re really pleased to hear you found the process easy and friendly, and that you found the policy comprehensive and good value. Welcome aboard!
I got boat insurance in a relatively…
I got boat insurance in a relatively quick time period.
Insurance rate could have been lower but it is what it is.
April 13, 2026
Reply from Mariner Insurance
Hi Nick, thanks for your review & feedback. Glad to hear the Mariner Crew were able to help you with getting cover for your vessel in place in a timely manner - Welcome aboard!
Response time and the best pricing for…
Response time and the best pricing for the cover offered !!
April 13, 2026
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Hi there, thank you for your review and kind words. Great to hear you found our online service quick and easy to get competitive cover in place. Welcome aboard!
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Hi Monty, thank you for your review. Glad to hear the Mariner Crew was able to help you with getting hassle free cover for your vessel - Welcome aboard!
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Hi Simon, thanks for your review! We’re glad you found the process quick, easy, and informative, and that our pricing was competitive. Welcome aboard!
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Hi Garry, thank you for the review. Great to hear you found our online service quick and easy to get cover in place. Welcome aboard!
Service with a smile 😉
April 10, 2026
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Hi Jean, thank you for your review & kind words. Great to hear the Mariner team are offering friendly service. Welcome aboard!
Very friendly and good communication.
April 16, 2026
Reply from Mariner Insurance
Hi Wayne, thank you for your review & kind words. Great to hear the Mariner team are offering friendly and professional service. Welcome aboard!
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