| Wildlife Activities in Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand. Marlborough Sounds, NZ Nature & Wildlife. |
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Marlborough Sounds Wildlife Activities
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Kayaking - Picton - Starting from $95.00 per person
The half day guided sea kayak trip is an ideal opportunity to fit a little kayaking adventure into a busy day – or for those just wanting a taste of sea kayaking.
Our priority is to get you out on the water, allowing maximum time to enjoy the tranquil waters of the Queen Charlotte Sound. Your guide will enjoy sharing their knowledge of the Marlborough Sounds and it's native flora and fauna as you paddle along. The area is surrounded by bush-clad shorelines and sandy beaches. We’ll... More... |
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Kayaking - Picton - Starting from $169.00 per person
This adventure combo is without a doubt, one of the best ways to experience the Marlborough Sounds. On your full day kayak and walking tour you will experience some of the iconic activities of the spectacular Queen Charlotte Sound. Spot rays and sea birds while learning about the lush native bush. You will encounter amazing beaches and spectacular views. More... |
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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... |
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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... |
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Family Friendly - Picton - Starting from $39.00 per person
Up Close Encounters (up close face to face)* and Behind the Scenes (where our staff go)* Tour (1 hour)
Go behind the scenes at EcoWorld Aquarium & Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre, get up close and very personal with some of New Zealand's extraordinary creatures up-close.
Up Close Encounters provides you with a one of a kind experience by combining exclusive creature encounters with intimate guide interactions with EcoWorld’s knowledgeable staff.
•Tuataras - New Zealand’s very rare... More... |
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Sightseeing Cruise - Havelock - Starting from $132.00 per person
Sunday Best of the Sounds Cruise operates every Sunday through Summer from November to April and brings together all the best highlights in one cruise You’ll see local wildlife, walk through native bush and enjoy spectacular views of Tennyson Inlet. The Jacobs Bay walk gives a gentle but wonderful ‘up close and personal’ taste of the magic of the Sounds. This area is perfect to enjoy swimming as it is sheltered from the wind. Relax for lunch at The Lodge at Te Rawa or bring your own and... More... |
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Wildlife - Picton - Starting from $99.00 per person
The best experience in Marlborough. This tour offers an amazing, fully-guided experience wildlife. A small-group tour to view some of New Zealand’s spectacular wildlife. Visit Motuara Island and cruise the majestic Queen Charlotte sound. Water, wilderness and wildlife. You will have the opportunity to see multiple species of wildlife, including rare sea birds, marine mammals and endangered land birds. Led by enthusiastic Marine Biologists, you will be given the possibility of viewing five... More... |
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Kayaking - Picton - Starting from $99.00 per person
Experience the beauty and seclusion of the Marlborough Sounds on this 4 hour half day guided sea kayak tour. Your tour takes in the western end of the Queen Charlotte Sound with its sheltered coves, beautiful beaches, azure blue waters and lush native bush. Learn about the history of the area from your knowledgeable, relaxed and friendly guides.
On any given day, you have a good chance of seeing sting rays and eagle rays, a huge variety of sea birds including cormorants and... More... |
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Wildlife - Picton - Starting from $99.00 per person
Enjoy some of the majestic dolphins that visit the sheltered waters of the scenic Marlborough Sounds. Degree qualified guides will be there to ensure you (and the dolphins) have an enjoyable and safe experience. Whether you see a school of dolphins leisurely cruising along or marvel at their high leaps, back-flips and somersaults during social bouts, dolphins are a magnificent sight! Our Department of Conservation permits allows us to seek out and interact with all species of marine mammals... More... |
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Bus - Christchurch - Starting from $599.00 per person
Be prepared to be blown away by the places you will go and the things you will do while travelling on our super fun Hop-on Hop-off Adventure Travel Network.
A Hop-on Hop-off Travel Pass is a great way to see New Zealand's impressive South Island. You will get access to stunning destinations, meet like-minded travelers, get great recommendations from your Driver Guide and best of all have total flexibility to hop-on or hop-off where ever you like along the route. This pass can be... More... |
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 Owls' Rest - Apartment. Featuring a garden, barbecue facilities, and a terrace, Owls' Rest features accommodation in Linkwater with free WiFi...
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Full Day Queen Charlotte Kayak and Walking Tour from Picton - Kayaking - Picton. Starting from $169.00 per person. 
