Excursion Queen charlotte sound catamaran cruise tour at Picton

Discover the pristine natural beauty, flora, and fauna of Queen Charlotte Sound during this scenic sightseeing cruise excursion.

Catamaran Cruise, Queen Charlotte Sound, Sheltered Bays, Coves, Beaches

Depart the pier via shuttle to your awaiting catamaran, which features an open deck area, comfortable, enclosed salon with large viewing ports, and restrooms. After embarking the catamaran, begin your scenic and relaxing cruise along Queen Charlotte Sound, the easternmost body of water in the Marlborough Sounds. One of the most beautiful and pristine waterway systems in New Zealand, Queen Charlotte Sound is home to forested shores, many sheltered bays, coves, and beaches, and jagged land formations rising suddenly from the ocean floor.

Double Cove, Fish-Feeding, Refreshments

A stop is made at Double Cove to feed the famous 'pet fish', including blue cod, mullet, and the sneaky paradise ducks. Tea or coffee with light refreshments is served during the voyage. At the conclusion of your cruise, disembark the catamaran and commence the short walk back to the shuttle stop to take back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Catamaran Cruise, Queen Charlotte Sound, Sheltered Bays, Coves, Beaches, Wildlife, Double Cove, Fish-Feeding, Refreshments

Note

Please note: This tour involves a minimal amount of walking, with a few steps to negotiate to embark/disembark the catamaran. Walk to the tour cruise is 75 meters and return to shuttle pick up area is 275 meters. This tour is not suitable for guests prone to seasickness and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear comfortable, weather-appropriate sportswear in layers with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection, bottled water, a weatherproof coat or jacket, and local currency or credit cards for additional purchases from the ship. Although frequently encountered on this type of tour, wildlife, fish, and marine life sightings are not guaranteed. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions.