Picton, a charming port town in the Marlborough region of New Zealand, offers a variety of attractions and activities for visitors. As the gateway to the stunning Marlborough Sounds, Picton provides numerous opportunities for exploring its intricate network of waterways through kayaking, boating, and scenic cruises. The Queen Charlotte Track, a renowned hiking trail, starts near Picton and offers breathtaking views of the sounds and lush native forests. The Edwin Fox Maritime Museum, home to one of the world's oldest surviving wooden ships, provides a fascinating glimpse into maritime history. For a more leisurely experience, visitors can stroll along the picturesque waterfront, visit the EcoWorld Aquarium to learn about local marine life, or enjoy the vibrant local art and craft scene. With its blend of outdoor adventure, historical sites, and cultural experiences, Picton is a delightful destination for all kinds of travelers.
E-Ko Tours
E-Ko Tours operate out of Picton in the calm and sheltered waters of the beautiful Marlborough Sounds. A clean green paradise of bush and sea full of natural beauty, history and wildlife, all waiting to be explored and experienced. Their tours are fully guided and focus on history, nature and are informative and educational. VIP Kiwi Card holders you get a 10% discount book direct or through us.
Beachcomber Fun Cruises
Offering you a selection of boat trips through the beautiful Marlborough Sounds and Queen Charlotte Sounds. These include their world-famous Magic Mail Run and a host of scenic cruises, easy and quick day trips are covered with their Lunch 'n' Cruises. They also offer several flexible day walks that will let you explore the wonderful Queen Charlotte Track.
Queen Charlotte Track
The Queen Charlotte Track, located at the top of New Zealand's South Island in the Marlborough Sounds, offers a spectacular trip through the Marlborough Sounds, from the historic Ship Cove through to Anakiwa in the Grove Arm giving unsurpassed views of Queen Charlotte and Kenepuru Sounds. A QCTLC pass may be required for your trip on the Track.
Sounds Connection Wine Tours
Fun filled, flexible, daily tours to the best of Marlborough's wineries! Marlborough is one of the world's finest wine-producing regions and is home to over 140 registered wineries, producing award-winning wines to try, and buy. With Sounds Connection you'll be collected directly from your accommodation and taken on an in-depth winery tour around this stunning region to taste the best of the best – Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Gewurztraminer, Riesling and more.
Cougar Line
Cougar Line, Marlborough Sounds premier water transport company, has over 25 years experience transporting people and goods to and from the Queen Charlotte track, resorts and private homes along the Marlborough Sounds. You can trust Cougar Line to ensure your Marlborough Sounds experience goes to plan. Providing a fast and efficient water taxi service to all resorts, lodges and private jettys along the Queen Charlotte Sound with scheduled daily departures Cougar Line has gained a reputation for quality vessels, outstanding service and provides a fast and efficient service to and from the Queen Charlotte Track each day.
Marlborough Sounds Adventure Co
The Marlborough Sounds Adventure Company are the Queen Charlotte Track and Marlborough Sounds adventure holiday specialists. As the oldest and most experienced adventure tourism company in Marlborough, MSAC ensures that a holiday in the Marlborough Sounds will be a special experience. The Marlborough Sounds offer a spectacular environment for adventures. The 70-kilometre Queen Charlotte Track is a hiking and mountain-biking paradise. Surrounding the Queen Charlotte Track, there are 1500 kilometres of breathtaking Marlborough Sounds coastline – one-fifth of New Zealand's total coastline – making it a magical place for exploring by sea kayak.