Motuara Wildlife Sanctuary Tour and Dolphin Cruise from Picton
Overview
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The best experience in Marlborough. This tour offers an amazing, fully-guided experience wildlife. A small-group tour to view some of New Zealand’s spectacular wildlife. Visit Motuara Island and cruise the majestic Queen Charlotte sound. Water, wilderness and wildlife. You will have the opportunity to see multiple species of wildlife, including rare sea birds, marine mammals and endangered land birds. Led by enthusiastic Marine Biologists, you will be given the possibility of viewing five different species of dolphins. Enjoy a fully-guided walk on Motuara Island, seeing and hearing the amazing bird life where Captain Cook planted the first flag and claimed New Zealand.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
Family friendly with plenty of children's activities onboard
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
National Park fees
Professional guide
Beverages and snacks
FREE Binoculars to help you spot wildlife and Species ID cards
Live commentary on board
Complimentary Local Wine and Mussel Samples of the PM Tour
Tea, coffee, hot chocolate and chocolate biscuits on the return journey
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Motuara Wildlife Sanctuary Tour and Dolphin Cruise from Picton
Operated by E-Ko New Zealand Ltd
Reviews
119 reviews
Excellent
John S,
Oct 28, 2024
5.0Really well run tour. Great commentary and stories from tour guide Will and captain Paul! Saw some local nature and learned some interesting history, thank you E-ko Tours.
Great experience with very helpful staff
Richard W,
Oct 18, 2024
5.0We received great information regarding the wildlife in the local region. The crew were very helpful to my wife who has difficulty with her balance
Wildlife Tour
Roland S,
Oct 10, 2024
5.0Highly recommend this trip. The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable. They knew where the best viewing sites were and we were able to see all the wildlife that we expected, which was amazing to see. The hot drink and wine offered on the way back was an added bonus.
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Reynaldo B,
May 30, 2024
4.0After searching for more than hour and pushing close into the Cook Strait channel, we finally spotted a pod of dusky dolphins. Cheering and waving, two approached the front of the boat. Then swam away. It was only a few seconds. Then they went off. The scenery is great. Very cold. But, Skipper Andy was very warm and kind.
Great trip!
Elena S,
Apr 2, 2024
5.0We really enjoyed the trip, Will provided lots of information about birds and seals life. We walked around motuara island and it was very picturesque. At the way back we could relax with a glass of Marlborough Pinot gris :) in general it was very nice and enjoyable trip, highly recommended 😄
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