Full Day Iconic Mail Boat Cruise
Overview
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Join this guided full day tour in the historic Pelorus Mail Boat as it delivers mail, groceries, freight, and people to this stunning and remote inland waterway. The people living here have no road access and no mains electricity. A real-life cruise providing an essential service to the residents of the largest part of the Marlborough Sounds.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Please review and acknowledge our Swimming Waiver on our website before participating in any swimming activities. https://www.themailboat.co.nz/about-us/swimming-waiver/
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Live commentary on board
Coffee and/or Tea
Food and drinks, unless specified
What To Expect
Kenepuru Sound
Tour the largest and remotest part of the Marlborough Sounds from Havelock, delivering mail, groceries and freight to remote residents
Pelorus Mail Boat
Tour the largest and remotest part of the Marlborough Sounds from Havelock, delivering mail, groceries and freight to remote residents
Options
Wednesday Mail Run
The Western Route: Includes Paradise Point, Nydia, Northwest, Tira Ora and Wilson Bays, Maud Island, Jacobs and Homewood Bays
Friday Mail Run
Outer Pelorus Sound
Monday Mail Run
The Eastern Route: Black Point, Whatanihi, Inner Pelorus, Nydia Bay, Hopewell Lodge, Jacobs Bay, Homewood, Hopai, Crail Bay & Four Fathoms Bays
Saturday Mail Run
Saturday Mail Run
Reviews
313 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing day out.
Kaye W,
Aug 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Remember to take your lunch & warm clothing, fabulous day, Mark & Ross were amazing hosts, so lucky to see a pod of bottlenose dolphins. Ross's commentary of the history & knowledge of the area was excellent.
Saturday on the Mailboat
Sharon G,
Apr 23, 2025
- Viator
4.00It is a long day, but we saw beautiful fjord estuaries as we traveled from stop to stop. It was fun to be greeted by dock dogs as we made each delivery. A small child running around the boat throughout the day was tiring. Our weather was great!
Very pleasant day on the...
Richard B,
Apr 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very pleasant day on the waters of the sounds with great commentary and onteresting time with Kelly Foot and co
Would highly recommend
Tracey K,
Feb 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00Such an awesome experience getting to cruise around lots of little bays in the sounds. We were lucky enough to have a beautiful day on the water
Go on the trip you’ll really enjoy it.
Tony L,
Feb 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00Excellent communication from crew.We loved the whole trip.Weather wasn’t the best but enough seats inside as it got very cold on the top deck.
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