3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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Take a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at daily life in the unique and isolated Marlborough Sounds as we deliver goods and passengers to far-flung jetties and corners of Queen Charlotte Sound/Tōtaranui.
This 3-hour cruise is a great opportunity to see the Marlborough Sounds through the eyes of those who live and work here.
Discover places far from the nearest road, and maybe meet some of the locals who call this isolated and beautiful place home. Relax onboard our comfortable vessel as we deliver passengers and supplies to homes, secluded resorts and the Queen Charlotte Track, keeping an eye out for seals, penguins, dolphins, stingrays and rare sea birds.
Learn about the Marlborough Sounds’ history and natural world from your friendly skipper and crew, and enjoy free tea and coffee. This cruise will take you to corners of the Sounds rarely seen by visitors – no cruise is ever the same.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in a majority of weather conditions, please dress appropriately
In the very rare event of the cruise being canceled due to extreme weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
Children must be accompanied by an adult
The duration of cruise are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and weather condition
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Live commentary on board
Food and drinks (available for purchase on some cruises)
What To Expect
Queen Charlotte Sound
This 3.5 hour cruise is a great opportunity to see the Marlborough Sounds through the eyes of those who live and work here. Discover places far from the nearest road, and maybe meet some of the locals who call this isolated and beautiful place home. Relax onboard our comfortable vessel as we deliver passengers and supplies to homes, secluded resorts and the Queen Charlotte Track, keeping an eye out for seals, penguins, dolphins, stingrays and rare sea birds. Learn about the Marlborough Sounds’ history and natural world from your friendly skipper and crew, and enjoy free tea and coffee. This cruise will take you to corners of the Sounds rarely seen by visitors – no cruise is ever the same.
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3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise
Reviews
50 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Do it! Great experience,...
Jenny c,
Jun 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00Do it! Great experience, commentary and chatter with local operators and residents of remote locations around the Sound. Huge pod of bottle nose dolphins playing with the boat was a real treat 😄
Great Trip
Wendy B,
May 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great trip, very knowledgeable captain and trainee captain Very friendly atmosphere Helped me as I was walking with a cane
Worth doing...But...
Chris H,
May 15, 2025
- Viator
4.00Highlight was visiting Ships Cove for its historical significance. But if you can get a trip where you can get off there and check it out would be better. That said I was greatfull for the chance to visit the Cove! Otherwise and interesting few hours with no other highlights. Commentary was informed but no PA on the boat made it hard to hear skipper so had to go upfront and chat with him to get the detail.
Fun boat ride
knottyk3,
May 9, 2025
- Viator
4.00We enjoyed seeing the sounds and the resorts/little towns the boat stopped in. The sea was relatively calm this day, but I wouldn't recommend this trip when the seas are rough. We sat up top next to the captain and got more information about the area than was shared on the intercom just by listening to him talk with others.
So many dolphins.
Paul L,
Apr 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00Hold on to your hats. I lost mine when the boat got going. First hour was point to point and then multiple stops coming back to the wharf. Skipper was great to chat to and the highlight was coming across a huge pod of dolphins. We stopped for about 10 minutes with the dolphins playing all around us and then they followed us for quite a while when we started moving again. Thanks for a great day.
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