Eco-Tours and Adventure
Observe rare species close at hand in Marlborough’s unique birdlife and marine sanctuaries, and native forest reserves.
In this peaceful haven you’ll see sea and land birds, dolphins, seals, penguins, and the rare king shag. Swim with dolphins, go south for whale watching, or explore Motuara Island where native South Island robins come up to your hand and bellbirds herald your arrival.
Eco-Tours and Adventure - Listings
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| EcoWorld Aquarium | ||
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Picton, Queen Charlotte Sound | |
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| Dolphin Watch Ecotours | ||
| TOURISM AWARD WINNER! Daily 4-hour guided eco-cruises in the Marlborough Sounds. See seabirds, seals and dolphins. Land on a bird sanctuary island for a guided walk or explore historic Ship Cove. |
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Picton, Queen Charlotte Sound |
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| Dolphin Watch Ecotours | ||
| SWIMMING WITH DOLPHINS! Join us for an experience to remember as we search for and swim with wild dolphins amongst the spectacular Marlborough Sounds scenery. Wetsuits, masks & fins provided. |
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Picton, Queen Charlotte Sound |
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| Driftwood Ecotours Limited | ||
| Experience the magic of a dusk kayak tour on the Opawa river to the Wairau lagoon. Relaxed easy kayaking. Hear history of the riverboats and the Moa hunters. 4 hour kayak trip with home made picnics. |
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Blenheim, Renwick, Wairau, Awatere & Pacific Coast |
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| Driftwood Ecotours Limited | ||
| Will Parsons, an approved DOC concessionaire offers you personally guided tours by 4WD from Cloudy Bay to the back country of Marlborough. Special interests birding, flora, photography and farms. |
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Blenheim, Renwick, Wairau, Awatere & Pacific Coast |
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| Driftwood Ecotours Limited | ||
| Christmas deal of 4 for the price of 3 on all kayak tours booked before 31st Dec. Christmas vouchers available. Ring Will or txt on 0274 483 133 or email will@driftwoodecotours.co.nz |
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Blenheim, Renwick, Wairau, Awatere & Pacific Coast |
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| Lochmara Lodge | ||
| The Marlborough Sounds Wildlife Recovery Centre is a facility for wildlife rehabilitation, enhancement, protection, and education. Visitors are welcome. |
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Picton, Queen Charlotte Sound |
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| Marlborough Sounds Adventure Company | ||
| 2007 NZ Tourism Award Winners - Best Leisure Activity. Our tours feature all the highlights of our beautiful environment Our guides love to share the local stories and flora and fauna knowledge. |
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Picton, Queen Charlotte Sound |
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| Marlborough Travel | ||
| Greenshell Mussel Cruise - Cruise the beautiful Marlborough Sounds, taste Greenshell Mussels accompanied by Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. Marlborough's Best! |
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Operates throughout Marlborough |
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| Charterlink Boats Marlborough | ||
| Sailing Adventure HIRE a yacht or launch and explore the lovely Marlborough Sounds. You Skipper or We can Skipper for you. Learn to sail while on holiday - RYA Training Centre | Picton, Queen Charlotte Sound | |
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| Marlborough Sounds Marinas | ||
| Located at the northern tip of New Zealand's South Island, the Marlborough Sounds Marinas are the gateway to New Zealand's acclaimed Marlborough Sounds. | Picton, Queen Charlotte Sound | |
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| NorthSouth Tours | ||
| We can show your group all that makes Marlborough special... | Operates throughout Marlborough | |
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| Pelorus Tours | ||
| Charter,Boat hire, Maud Island Tours, educational eco tours, corporate functions, water skiing, sports fishing, live-fish tank, hunting, diving. Mammal watching permit. | Havelock, Pelorus, Kenepuru | |
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| Sail Marlborough Limited | ||
| Fabulous Food, Wine, Music, Sailing, Hiking, Fishing, Diving, Windsurfing. With pride we offer a truly unique Marlborough Experience on 'Caro Vita' a luxury skippered yacht charter. | Picton, Queen Charlotte Sound | |
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| Sea Kayaking Adventure Tours | ||
| Based Anakiwa end of the Queen Charlotte Track We offer guided trips from 1-5 days. | Picton, Queen Charlotte Sound | |
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| St Omer House | ||
| A family owned business St Omer House offering a wide variety of accommodation including new motel units. Have a Golf course ten minutes away, fishing and walks at the front door. Lovely beach. | Havelock, Pelorus, Kenepuru | |
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| Steadfast Traditional Sail | ||
| Get into deep water on board Steadfast, a classic French pilot cutter sailing the Marlborough Sounds, D'Urville Island, and Tasman Bay. Spectacular blue water wilderness. | Picton, Queen Charlotte Sound, Havelock, Pelorus, Kenepuru | |
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| Wilderness Guides | ||
| Wilderness Guides can show you the Marlborough Sounds like no-one else! Join Steve, Juliet and their small, friendly team for sea kayaking, mountain biking and walking tours in the Sounds. | Picton, Queen Charlotte Sound | |
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| Windhawk Helicopters | ||
| Helicopter adventures/VIP charter/ Scenic flights & Transfers to wineries, restaurants, resorts & lodges, flyfish for wild Brown trout, or enjoy an exquisite heli picnic. Personalised tours. | Operates throughout Marlborough | |
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