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Picton Shore Excursion: Queen Charlotte Sounds Cruise

By Beachcomber Cruises
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Overview
  • Discover the beauty of the Queen Charlotte Sounds part of the Marlborough Sounds
  • Look for local wildlife and seabirds along the shores and dolphins in the water
  • Learn about the Queen Charlotte Sounds from your skipper during a short cruise
  • Cruise into Queen Charlotte Sounds
  • Great option for those short on time or stopping in Picton on a cruise ship

Activity location

    • Picton
    • Picton, Marlborough, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • London Quay, Picton 7250, New Zealand | Please check into the Beachcomber Cruises Office on the waterfront of Picton. We are the corner glass office with big blue signs right on the wharf where the boats leave from.
    • Picton, Marlborough, New Zealand

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Sorry this activity isn't available on Wed, 29 Oct
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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Sightseeing cruise
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Hotel/cruise ship pickup and drop-off
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and drink
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tips

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Bare feet, Drones, Electric wheelchairs, High-heeled shoes, Mobility scooters, Smoking, Unaccompanied minors, Vaping, Walking frames
  • Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

Welcome aboard the original Round the Bays Cruise, operated by Beachcomber Cruises for over 30 years. Step into the heart of the Queen Charlotte Sound / Tōtaranui, the largest of the Marlborough Sounds, a breathtaking network of ancient sea-drowned valleys.

Named by Captain Cook after Queen Charlotte, wife of King George III, this remarkable area is steeped in history and surrounded by natural beauty. As you depart Picton and cruise across the main reach of the Sound, you’ll discover sheltered bays, rolling hills cloaked in regenerating native forest, and an ever-changing backdrop of bird and marine life.

This relaxed scenic cruise is the perfect way to experience the very best of the Marlborough Sounds in a limited time frame, making it an ideal option for a cruise ship shore excursion. With over three decades of experience sharing these waters, our friendly crew is always happy to share local knowledge and stories, ensuring you leave with a true sense of the magic that makes this region so special.

Location

Activity location

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    • Picton
    • Picton, Marlborough, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • London Quay, Picton 7250, New Zealand | Please check into the Beachcomber Cruises Office on the waterfront of Picton. We are the corner glass office with big blue signs right on the wharf where the boats leave from.
    • Picton, Marlborough, New Zealand