Queen Charlotte Sound - Marlborough Sounds Sightseeing Cruises

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Queen Charlotte Sound (6)

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Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary and Ship Cove Cruise from Picton

Sightseeing Cruise - Picton - Starting from $89.00 per person

Cruise from Picton Harbour to Motuara Island and beyond to see rare native birds and other wildlife on this 4.5-hour boat excursion. Spend time exploring Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary and Ship Cove, learn from your expert captain about wildlife and cultural history, and take in the gorgeous scenery of Queen Charlotte Sound. Look for endangered native birds including the South Island saddleback, king shag, little blue penguin and kiwi as well as seals and rare dolphins. More...

Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

Sightseeing Cruise - Picton - Starting from $87.00 per person

Visit Ship Cove on a morning boat cruise that explores the Marlborough Sounds, a broad network of waterways that makes up 20 percent of New Zealand’s coastline. Enjoy time to disembark at Ship Cove where you can see a memorial to Captain Cook, Maori wood carvings and the sheltered beach. Throughout your journey, marvel at breathtaking scenery and hear informative commentary from your knowledgeable captain about the marine life, cultural history, and natural features of this beautiful region More...

Marlborough Sounds Cruise & 3-Hour Scenic Walk

Sightseeing Cruise - Picton - Starting from $90.00 per person

Walking the whole Queen Charlotte Track is a popular challenge however, for those with limited time, the 10.5km independent walk from Resolution Bay to Furneaux Lodge is a great way to capture the natural and historic world of the Queen Charlotte Track in one just day. Coupled with our scenic cruise to & from your pick up points, you will get a taste of what the majestic Marlborough Sounds has to offer. More...

3 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise

Sightseeing Cruise - Picton - Starting from $90.00 per person

A perfect way to enjoy the Marlborough Sound if you have limited time. Witness 80km of beautiful coastline in 3 hours as we go into coves and hidden bays not seen from the Interisland ferries, with commentary from our experienced skippers.
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Queen Charlotte Sound Mail Boat Cruise

Sightseeing Cruise - Picton - Starting from $103.00 per person

Enjoy a scenic afternoon boat cruise through Queen Charlotte Sound on a working mail boat that visits Ship Cove (1st Oct to 30th April) and several remote communities. You'll share the excitement of mail day as you travel on board the New Zealand Post Rural Delivery Service boat, which takes different routes through Marlborough Sounds to reach isolated hamlets. Hear stories about the people and history of the region from your captain as you experience the rhythm of life along the waterways of... More...

Marlborough Sounds Seafood Cruise from Picton

Sightseeing Cruise - Picton - Starting from $155.00 per person

Relax and enjoy the stunning Marlborough Sounds, at the top of New Zealand's South Island on this cruise. The cruise features Regal salmon, Cloudy Bay clams and Greenshell mussels with Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc for the definitive wine/food match. Enjoy the natural beauty of the Queen Charlotte Sound while cruising aboard our luxury launch that departs from Picton. Cruise near a Marlborough salmon farm, learn about aquaculture in the Marlborough Sounds and take in the picturesque scenery. More...

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Hopewell Lodge - Lodge.

Surrounded by native forest and turquoise water, Hopewell Lodge boasts a private beach area. Guests can soak in the...

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Queen Charlotte Sound Mail Boat Cruise - Sightseeing Cruise - Picton. Starting from $103.00 per person.

Enjoy a scenic afternoon boat cruise through Queen Charlotte Sound on a working mail boat that visits Ship Cove (1st...

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