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Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

4.7 (135 reviews) 3 hours Free cancellation
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Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

About this activity

Relax and enjoy the stunning Marlborough Sounds, at the top of New Zealand's South Island on this cruise.

With a complimentary tasting of local wine as you step aboard our luxury vessel. You will cruise through the natural beauty of the Queen Charlotte Sound sampling local seafood such as salmon and try Greenshell mussels three different ways, along with a non-seafood option platter.

Walk at Kaipupu Wildlife Reserve*

Comprehensive Mussel Farm Tour and Blue Cod feeding experience.

Enjoy an optional swim* (towels provided)

*weather dependent

Day Cruises Nature and Wildlife Tours Half-day Tours Private and Luxury Water Tours Sightseeing Cruises Excellent Quality Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate

At a glance

Duration
3 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 100 people
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
Marlborough Tour Company

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Local taxes
  • Included: Live commentary on board
  • Included: Food tasting

Not included

  • Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified

Itinerary

  1. Queen Charlotte Sound

    Passing by

    Relax and enjoy the stunning Marlborough Sounds with the iconic Seafood Odyssea Cruise, featuring a tasting of local salmon, and Greenshell mussels.

    Enjoy the natural beauty of the Queen Charlotte Sound while cruising aboard our luxury launch that departs from Picton daily, all year round.

  2. Marlborough Sounds

    3 hours

    With 1500km of New Zealand's coastline, Marlborough Sounds is a collection of ancient sunken river valleys filled with the waters of the Pacific Ocean. Forested hills rise steeply from the sea around an intricate coastline of sheltered inlets and sandy bays.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Our vessels are docked at Town Wharf 6 at Picton Marina. This is at the east end of the Picton waterfront, near the private vessel marina. There is a carpark nearby. OR, pop into our Cougar Line Office right on the waterfront - Corner of London Quay and Wellington Street in Picton.

End point

  • Our vessels are docked at Town Wharf 6 at Picton Marina. This is at the east end of the Picton waterfront, near the private vessel marina. There is a carpark nearby. OR, pop into our Cougar Line Office right on the waterfront - Corner of London Quay and Wellington Street in Picton.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • For Winter we will be running this tour Wednesdays and Saturdays

  • Check in for your cruise is 15 minutes prior to departure.

  • May not be suitable for cruise ship guests, as the times for this cruise may not align to meet the callback time to the cruise ship. Please confirm your callback time before booking.

  • Minimum of 6 travelers required to run this tour

  • Please review and acknowledge our Swimming Waiver on our website before participating in any swimming activities.

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Traveller ratings

4.7 out of 5 · 135 reviews
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