Ferries & Water Transport
There are two ferry operators who transport passengers and vehicles across Cook Strait between Wellington and Picton.
Bluebridge - up to 4 sailings in each direction daily
More information and bookings - www.bluebridge.co.nz
Phone: 0800 844 844
The Interislander - up to 5 sailings in each direction daily
More information and bookings - www.interislander.co.nz
Phone: 0800 802 802
For transport around the Marlborough Sounds there are a number of Water Taxis and charter vessles available.
Contact our i-SITE Visitor Centres for up-to-date information and a friendly booking service.
Ferries & Water Transport - Listings
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| Cougar Line | ||
| Specialising in luxury, affordable water transportation, The Cougar Line offer an award-winning experience in the beautiful Queen Charlotte Sound. |
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Picton, Queen Charlotte Sound |
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| Dolphin Watch Ecotours | ||
| TOURISM AWARD WINNER! See the wildlife on the water and land on Motuara Island bird sanctuary before walking the Queen Charlotte Track. Day walks and full track walks (W/pack transfers) available. |
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Picton, Queen Charlotte Sound |
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| Endeavour Express | ||
| Specialising in water transport of the Queen Charlotte Track and to all outer sounds lodges. |
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Picton, Queen Charlotte Sound |
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| Marlborough Sounds Adventure Company | ||
| We are the Marlborough Sounds specialists in sea kayaking, walking and mountain biking trips. |
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Picton, Queen Charlotte Sound |
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| Marlborough Travel | ||
| Private charters, luxury cruising. The MV Odyssea is a 20 metre luxury catamaran licensed for 100 people. With ample room both inside and out, a full galley, bar, stereo and pa system. |
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Operates throughout Marlborough |
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| Sounds Connection | ||
| The Queen Charlotte Sound is a beautifully scenic waterway.Many activities are based here.Accomodation is nestled in the shorelines.Transport for travel around Marlborough and the Sounds available. |
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Operates throughout Marlborough |
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| Arrow Water Taxis | ||
| We provide a 7 day service for Bikers, Hikers, Bach Owners, Forestry Workers, Builders, Groups etc. | Picton, Queen Charlotte Sound | |
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| Beachcombercruises 2006 Ltd | ||
| A delightful cruise delivering the mail to the residents that live in the beautiful Marlborough Sounds. With a 15 minute stopover to Hostoric Ships Cove. | Picton, Queen Charlotte Sound | |
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| Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferry Service | ||
| The 100% New Zealand owned Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferry sails twice daily (three times in peak season) between central Wellington and Picton. | 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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| Pelorus Water Transport | ||
| 'Service you'll always remember in a place you'll never forget' | Havelock, Pelorus, Kenepuru | |
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| West Bay Water Transport | ||
| West Bay Water Transport Floating Jetty, Ferry Terminal, Picton PhFax: 03 573 5597 E/Mail: info@westbay.co.nz Web: www.westbay.co.nz | Picton, Queen Charlotte Sound | |
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