Free cancellation
Activity Havelock, New Zealand
Full Day Iconic Mail Boat Cruise
4.8
(336 reviews)
5–10 hours
Free cancellation
out of 5
336 reviews
About this activity
Join this guided full day tour in the historic Pelorus Mail Boat as it delivers mail, groceries, freight, and people to this stunning and remote inland waterway. The people living here have no road access and no mains electricity. A real-life cruise providing an essential service to the residents of the largest part of the Marlborough Sounds.
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At a glance
- Duration
- 5–10 hours
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group
- Up to 60 people
- People per booking
- 1–12
- Guide
- English
- Operated by
- Pelorus Mail Boat
Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–14 years) · Adults (15–99 years)
What is included
Included
- Included: Professional guide
- Included: Live commentary on board
- Included: Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea
Not included
- Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified. Please bring packed lunch
Itinerary
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Kenepuru Sound
5 hours
Tour the largest and remotest part of the Marlborough Sounds from Havelock, delivering mail, groceries and freight to remote residents
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Pelorus Mail Boat
5 hours
Tour the largest and remotest part of the Marlborough Sounds from Havelock, delivering mail, groceries and freight to remote residents
Meeting point and pickup
Everyone meets at the meeting point.
Meeting point
End point
Using your ticket
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- The first two children are free thereafter $50 per additional child
- Wheelchair accessible
Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
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.
Good to know
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
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Please review and acknowledge our Swimming Waiver on our website before participating in any swimming activities. https://www.themailboat.co.nz/about-us/swimming-waiver/
Options
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Wednesday Mail Run
The Western Route: Includes Paradise Point, Nydia, Northwest, Tira Ora and Wilson Bays, Maud Island, Jacobs and Homewood Bays
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Friday Mail Run
Outer Pelorus Sound
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Saturday Mail Run
Saturday Mail Run
Traveller ratings
4.8
out of 5 · 336 reviews
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