Marlborough Sounds Day Visit to Lochmara
Overview
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Spend the day or a few hours at Lochmara in the Queen Charlotte Sound. Enjoy a 20 minute cruise over to Lochmara and choose from an array of activities, including a self guided walk around our 11 acre property with interpretation panels on the native flora and fauna, for those fit walkers we have a 3.5 km access track to the Queen Charlotte track, participate in the daily hand-feeding on animals including the Kakariki (native parakeet) and join a guided tour (additional fee applies) of the "Underwater Observatory - see below the sea without getting wet" The only one of its kind in the top of the South Island.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
20 Minutes Cruise. Free use of Kayaks and paddle boards. Nature walks
Lunch
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Drinks
What To Expect
Lochmara Marlborough Sounds
Lochmara breed the Red Crowned Kakariki for educational purposes in conjunction with DOC and Yellow Crown Kakariki for release. We want to help ensure we have these beautiful species for future generations to enjoy. Visitors can join our educational walking tour in the afternoon for the feeding of the Kunu kune pigs, Arapawa goats, native eels and the Red crown kakariki at a set time in the afternoon or explore our 11 acres on a self guided tour with a map provided. Visitors may also enjoy lunch at our cafe or spend time kayaking and paddle boarding.
Options
9am-2.45pm Cruise and Explore
Duration: 5 hours
9am -2.45pm Cruise and Explore: Depart Picton at 9am walking, kayaks, paddle boards, waterfront cafe and guided animal feeding tour.
Reviews
12 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderul day at Lochmara
Duncan N,
Feb 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00This resort is a special place and well worth the cost for a day trip. The staff are wonderful; very friendly and helpful. We enjoyed a long hike along the Queen Charlotte Track and interesting sightings of native birds and other wildlife. The food was great and service staff were excellent. Definitely a great excursion.
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