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Queen Charlotte Track Day Walk with Cougar Line Cruise Transfers - Walk Ship Cove/Meretoto to Furneaux Lodge - Options for Adult or Child

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +1200

Discover the stunning natural beauty of the Queen Charlotte Track in a day, perfect for those with limited time.
Cougar Lines will take you from Picton to your chosen starting point, then pick you up again for the ride home. Join them for this easy, hassle-free and incredible day out in the Marlborough Sounds and on the Queen Charlotte Track.
Cruise to Ship Cove/Meretoto to begin your walk in the historic bay where explorer Captain James Cook once anchored his ships.
A gradual climb through stunning native forest rewards you with magnificent views over Queen Charlotte Sound/Tōtaranui and Cook Strait.
Passing Resolution Bay, take a break on the seats overlooking Endeavour Inlet before descending to the shoreline and the easy walk into Furneaux Lodge.

$100 for an Adult
$48 for a Child

Walk Ship Cove/Meretoto to Furneaux Lodge:

5hr walk, 17km, some steep terrain
Departures: 9:00am - 5:00pm Departing Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
Transport: Catamaran
Please note: Minimum six people required

Note: If you're planning to do this walk over winter, due to the length of the section from Ship Cove to Furneaux Lodge, it is recommended only for fit walkers/runners if you wish to catch the same-day Cougar Line pick-up from Furneaux Lodge

About Cougar Line:

Based in Picton at the top of the South Island, Cougar Line provides Marlborough Sounds water transport around Queen Charlotte Sound/Tōtaranui.

Whether you're heading out to walk or bike the Queen Charlotte Track, going to a lodge or private holiday home, or just out for a cruise, we'll get you and your gear where you need to go, on time, in one piece and with a smile.

Queen Charlotte Track Day Walk with Cougar Line Cruise Transfers - Walk Ship Cove/Meretoto to Resolution Bay - Options for Adult or Child

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +1200

Discover the stunning natural beauty of the Queen Charlotte Track in a day, perfect for those with limited time.
Cougar Lines will take you from Picton to your chosen starting point, then pick you up again for the ride home. Join them for this easy, hassle-free and incredible day out in the Marlborough Sounds and on the Queen Charlotte Track.
Cruise to the starting point of the Queen Charlotte Track, historic Ship Cove/Meretoto, for this short but spectacular walk.
Explore Captain James Cook’s favourite anchorage, steeped in Māori history, before heading uphill through native tree ferns then tall beech forest, to a spectacular lookout.
Take in the panoramic views across Queen Charlotte Sound/Tōtaranui to Cook Strait, before going downhill to beautiful Resolution Bay. Cougar Lines will pick you up at the jetty at 3:00pm for the return journey to Picton.

$100 for an Adult
$48 for a Child

Walk Ship Cove/Meretoto to Resolution Bay:

2hr walk, 6.5km, some hills
Departures: 9:00am - 5:00pm Departing Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
Transport: Catamaran
Please note: Minimum six people required

About Cougar Line:

Based in Picton at the top of the South Island, Cougar Line provides Marlborough Sounds water transport around Queen Charlotte Sound/Tōtaranui.

Marlborough Icons Full-Day Tour - Experience the Best of Marlborough's Wine & Seafood

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +1200

Enjoy the very best of Marlborough with the Marlborough Icons Tour. Indulge in world-renowned Marlborough wines, experience incredible Marlborough Sounds scenery and taste fresh local seafood with this full-day tour.
Start with a Marlborough wine tour visiting two wineries in the morning. Marlborough Tour Company have strong relationships with a number of boutique and iconic Marlborough wineries so you can hear about the history, taste a stunning range of wines and meet people who know wine and love sharing their passion with you.
Enjoy a light lunch prior to departure, then sit back for a relaxing seafood cruise in the afternoon. Cruise the calm waters of the stunning Marlborough Sounds, the views accompanied by fresh local seafood.
From pick up to drop-off, Marlborough Tour Company organise everything on the tours. All you have to do is sit back, relax and enjoy yourself.

Marlborough Icons Tour Information:

The best of Marlborough's wine and seafood
7-8 hours, full-day tour
Departures: 9:15am - 4:00pm Departing Wednesdays and Saturdays
Transport: Premium touring van & catamaran
Enquire direct about add-on pick up & drop off service from Picton – subject to availability and surcharges apply.
Please note: Minimum six people required for cruise to go ahead. Not suitable for children.

About Marlborough Tour Company:

Marlborough Tour Company is the largest and longest-running touring company in the top of New Zealand`s South Island, offering quality experiences that showcase the very best of Marlborough. With an extensive fleet, Marlborough Tour Company`s team of experience guides and cruise prides itself on delivery truly authentic Marlborough hospitality. We are renowned for our attention to detail, reputation for excellence, valuable local knowledge and friendly but professional approach.

Pelorus Mail Boat Scenic Cruise Through the Marlborough Sounds - Option for Adult or Child

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +1200

Cruise through the stunning Pelorus Sound on New Zealand’s iconic working mail boat.
Experience a unique piece of Kiwi life as mail and supplies are delivered to remote Sounds communities.
Discover hidden bays, native bush and working mussel farms only accessible by boat.
Enjoy fascinating stories and local knowledge shared by the friendly onboard crew.
Keep an eye out for dolphins, seals and seabirds along the way.
Valid for selected sailing dates until 31st August 2026. Secure your spot early - capacity limited per sailing.

$96 for 1x Adult
$50 for 1x Child

For a limited time, enjoy 30% off Adult and Child Passes - perfect for locals, visitors, and families looking for adventure.

The Mail Run Cruise:

Full-day tour in Pelorus Sound/Te Hoiere, Marlborough Sounds
Departs Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays weekly*
Departure 10am / Return 3:30pm to 4:30pm approximately

Seasonal Schedule

*Wednesday trips end on 27 May
*Saturday trips end on 25 April
*Monday & Friday trips run year round

See more info here

Capacity per sailing

Standard capacity: 50 passengers
Fine weather capacity: up to 99 passengers

About The Pelorus Mail Boat:

The Pelorus Mail Boat has been a lifeline for people living in far-flung bays, inlets and jetties of the Pelorus Sound/Te Hoiere for more than a century.

Half-Day Seafood Odyssea Cruise in the Marlborough Sounds - Options for Adult or Child Ticket

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +1200

Relax and enjoy the stunning Marlborough Sounds with the exclusive afternoon Seafood Odyssea Cruise, departing Picton.
As you cruise through Queen Charlotte Sound/Tōtaranui, sample local seafood such as salmon, and Greenshell mussels.
Discover the natural beauty of Queen Charlotte Sound/Tōtaranui while relaxing aboard a well-appointed catamaran. Learn about this fascinating industry in the Marlborough Sounds from the knowledgeable crew and take in the picturesque scenery, keeping an eye out for local wildlife including seals, dolphins and birds.

$144 for an Adult
$72 for a Child

Seafood Odyssea Cruise Information:

Sample fresh seafood, cooked at the source
3 hours, half-day cruise
Departures: 1:00PM - 4:00PM, Departing Wednesdays & Saturdays (winter schedule), from Picton Town Wharf
Transport: A premium catamaran
Please note: Minimum six people required for cruise to go ahead

About Marlborough Tour Company: