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  • Marlborough Shore Excursions from Picton
    • Marlborough Steam Train Day Tour from Picton
    • Full-Day Omaka Aviation Heritage Center and Wine Tasting Tour​
    • Highlights of Marlborough from Picton
    • Private Shore Excursion: Explore Marlborough from Picton
    • Marlborough Sounds Seafood Cruise from Picton
  • Marlborough Wine Tour Excursions
    • Cruise Ship Half-Day Marlborough Wine Region Tour from Picton​
    • Picton Shore Excursion : Marlborough Wine Tour
    • Half-Day Wine Tour from Picton
    • Picton Shore Excursion: Marlborough Wine Region Small-Group Tour
    • Private Wine Gourmet and Scenic Delights Tour from Picton
  • Eco Cruise Excursions
    • Marlborough Sounds Ultimate Cruise
    • Dolphin Swimming and Watching E-Ko-Tour from Picton
    • Motuara Island Ship Cove Cruise
    • Bird Watching and Dolphin Eco-Tour from Picton
    • Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton
  • Sea Kayak & Walking Tracks
    • Half day Guided Sea Kayak Tour from Picton
    • Marlborough Sounds Cruise and Lochmara Day visit
    • Full Day Queen Charlotte Kayak and Walking Tour from Picton
  • Marlborough Sounds Day Cruises
    • 3 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise
    • Marlborough Sounds Cruise & 3-Hour Scenic Walk
  • Picton Rental Cars for Cruise Ship Passengers
  • Scenic Flights for Cruise Ship Passengers
    • Water and Wilderness Scenic Tour
    • Bays and Bush Scenic Flight Tour
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Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton​

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Overview
Covering 20% of the New Zealand’s coastline, the Marlborough Sounds (MS) is a broad system of magnificence waterways comprising four distinctly different Sounds - Mahau, Kenepuru, Queen Charlotte and Pelorus. As an area steeped in history and a haven for wildlife and incredible natural beauty, this region is perfect for diving, fishing, boating, dolphin watching as well as wildlife viewing.
If you are looking to explore all the beauty of the Marlborough Sounds, then Ship Cove is a place to visit.
Your cruise to Ship Cove starts at the Picton waterfront, where you join a guided tour aboard a cruise. Your experienced captain welcomes you aboard, and before setting off on the cruise, he provides maps, some essential safety tips plus other important information like where to locate money-changing facilities.
Apart from the different beautiful scenery you will see, you will listen to informative comments about the cultural history, marine life, and the natural features of this beautiful region. Your captain will also talk about every landmark you pass, explaining the inter-island ferry routes.
Ship Cove is about an hour cruise through the Queen Charlotte Sound. Once you get there, your boat docks and you have about 30 minutes to explore this exceptional island, where Captain James Cook do anchor to re-supply his ship, “The Endeavor”. He had visited the island many times in the late 1700s, and the interaction his crew had with the local Maori people was one of the earliest contacts between the Maori and the Europeans in New Zealand. You can find a monument to Captain Cook, a wide range of different Maori woodcarvings, and a sheltered beach. The informative displays along the trails will also tell you more about the natural and cultural history of the island.
At the specified time, make sure you return to your boat for a cruise to “Endeavor Inlet”. From there, you will also immerse yourself in the impressive views of the MS as your boat proceeds to the waterfront at Picton. Before leaving Picton, you can also have a look at its world-class museums, art galleries and picturesque walking tracks.
 
What’s included?
•          Live informative commentary onboard
•          Tea and coffee
Exclusions:
•          Meal
•          Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional details
•          Confirmation ticket will be received at the time of booking
•          Guests are permitted to bring their food and drinks onboard
•          Closed-toe walking shoes are suggested
•          Not available to motorized wheelchairs
Ticket Details
•          A digital or paper ticket can be presented for this activity
Local Operator Information
Complete details of the operator and the local telephone numbers of your destination are available on your Confirmation Ticket. We have selected only the reliable operators for each destination, thereby eliminating any guesswork and ensuring your peace of mind.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. ​​​​​​​​​
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