Eco Cruise Excursions

Marlborough Sounds Ultimate Cruise

Duration 4 Hours
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A fully guided wildlife experience that would have to be one of the best in New Zealand. On this small group tour you get the chance to visit Motuara Island bird sanctuary and cruise the calm water of the Marlborough Sounds on this small group tour. A perfect combination of water, wilderness and wildlife.
Cruise for a fun 4 hours in the majestic Marlborough sounds. During this time stop with wildlife like NZ Fur Seals, Dolphins and Sea Birds. ​

Dolphin Swimming and Watching E-Ko-Tour from Picton

4  hours 
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A unique adventure of a lifetime is to swim with wild dolphins in their natural habitat on this half day tour in the Marlborough Sounds. Fully qualified guides will be on hand to ensure that you have an enjoyable and safe experience.
  • Close encounter with friendly dolphins
  • Small group ensures personal service
  • Led by a local guide

Bird Watching and Dolphin Eco-Tour from Picton

3 - 4 hours (Approx.)
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On this tour from Picton you will have the opportunity to see up close the rare King Shag, view South Island Saddleback on a predator free island all the while being guided by Marine Biologists. Along the way search for dolphins and other marine life such as seals.
  • Led by a Marine Biologists
  • Visit a native bird sanctuary​

Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary and Ship Cove Cruise from Picton

4 hours 30 minutes (Approx.)
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On this 4.5 hour wildlife cruise you will get the chance to visit a predator free, native bird island as well as exploring the historic Ship Cove reserve. An informative commentary is given explaining the wildlife and cultural history of the Queen Charlotte Sound.
​Shuttle transport is included from the port to the bus stop in town for pickup and drop-off.

Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

3 hours 30 minutes
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Explore the Queen Charlotte Sound on a morning boat cruise from Picton. The Marlborough Sounds makes up 20 percent of New Zealand coastline and here you will have the chance to visit Ship Cove and the memorial to Captain Cook as well as the Maori wood carvings and new Zealand’s cheekiest native bird, the Weka.
​Shuttle transport is included from the port to the bus stop in town for pickup and drop-off.