Just so many choices - definitely something for everyone!
Being centrally located makes Marlborough a great base for visitors to the region. It is an exciting vacation destination that provides a varied range of attractions and activities. Whether it be swimming with the dolphins, boating or fishing in the Marlborough Sounds to watching whales in Kaikoura; from walks through the bush and along the breathtaking coastline to relaxing and sampling wine at Marlborough's world-class wineries, there is something to interest everyone.
To get you started we have put together a list of popular activities and attractions:
Dolphin Watch Ecotours
Guided ecotours, dolphin swimming, and Queen Charlotte track walks in the Malborough Sounds.
Ezy Az Boat Hire
Hire a boat in the Marlborough Sounds for a day, a weekend or a week. Go fishing, water skiing or wake boarding at your leisure.
The Queen Charlotte Track
The Queen Charlotte Track runs almost the entire length of New Zealand's Queen Charlotte Sound. It stretches from Ship Cove to Anakiwa - 71 km of spectacular walking track passing through historic sites, secluded bays and lush coastal bush. Experience the breathtaking ridgetop panoramas of Queen Charlotte and Kenepuru Sounds and enjoy the company of friendly hosts and superb food and wine.
Sounds Air Travel & Tourism
The fast and scenic way to cross Cook Strait. Twenty-five minutes from Picton to Wellington. Up to eight return flights daily with magnificient views. Flights also to Kaikoura and Nelson.
Photos courtesy of Destination Marlborough
Wilderness Guides NZ
Queens Charlotte Track, sea kayaking and cycle tours.
Beachcomber Cruises
Beachcomber Fun Cruises offers a selection of boat trips through the beautiful Marlborough Sounds - these include our world famous Magic Mail Run and a host of Scenic Cruises, easy and quick day trips are covered with our Lunch 'n' Cruises and we've a host of flexible trips that will let you explore the wonderful Queen Charlotte Track.
Interislander
Frequent sailings every day of the year through the magnificent Marlborough Sounds.
Seahorse World Aquarium
Provides a fascinating educational experience for all the family. Hundreds of seahorses, sharks, stingrays, octopus, crayfish and evena preserved giant squid.
Waka Whenua Tours
Wine tours, full or half day. Flexible itinerary. Sightseeing tours, Picton ferry transfers.
Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre
One of the world's largest private collections of WW1 aircraft and memorabilia brought to life by the masters of cinematic spectacle.
Hunter's Marlborough
Jane Hunter invites you to enjoy the unique Marlborough wine tourism experience at Hunter's Marlborough.
Forrest Estate
Forrest's ten hectare home vineyard and winery lie in the centre of the Wairau River Valley at Renwick, ten kilometres from Blenheim.
Sounds Connection
Based in Marlborough, we are positioned as the leading providers of quality tours of the Marlborough Region of New Zealand.
Photos courtesy of Destination Marlborough
Marlborough Sounds Adventure Company
Explore the Marlborough Sounds by bike - stunning scenery and thrilling terrain guaranteed.
Whale Watching in Kaikoura
Whale watching in Kaikoura is the must-do activity while in this wonderous, peaceful town. Not only do you get a rare chance to get up close and person with these majestic mammals, but you also get to choose HOW and WHERE you'd like to see the whales from.
Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary
Take a scenic cruise to Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary, the predator-free island. Enjoy viewing the playful Hector’s, Bottlenose, or Dusky dolphins, fur seals and numerous seabirds before landing on Motuara Island for a one hour nature lover’s walk. Explore the island on your own or go with a knowledgeable guide who will point out and describe the resident blue penguins, rare saddleback, melodic bellbirds, cheeky robins, native pigeons and yellow-crowned parakeets.
Cloudy Bay Winery
The Cloudy Bay winery and vineyards are situated in the Wairau Valley. The main varieties grown are sauvignon blanc, chardonnay, and pinot noir with lesser quantities of gewurztraminer, Riesling, and Pinot Gris. Cloudy Bay cellar door is open daily for tastings and sales.
Helipro
Helipro offer unique and unforgettable scenic flights, combination packages heliski options and weekend getaways. In addition to these, their personalised charters and nationwide transfers provide the complete helicopter passenger service! Their vast commercial services range from the most specialised precision long line operations through to comprehensive flight training and screen divisions.
Please Note: By arrangement, guests may arrive or depart via helicopter landing directly at Tigers Den.
