The new vessel has a length of 24 metres, a beam of 9.2 metres, a draught of 0.9 metres, air-conditioned interiors, and seating for up to 116 passengers on two decks. The captain’s cabin on the upper deck has VIP seating for 12 passengers while the remaining 104 passengers will be accommodated in the ocean cabin on the main deck.
Power is provided by four Scania diesel engines driving four HamiltonJet units. Among Te Ao Marama‘s features are an extended bow hull design and an adjustable hydrofoil system to improve vessel performance and sea keeping capabilities, together with ride control system that automatically reduces pitch and roll.
The vessel also has viewing decks and a grandstand area of the bow, all offering excellent visibility during excursions.