Information about Marlborough and the greater Marlborough Region of New Zealand. Marlborough New Zealand highlights include Queen Charlotte Track, Kenepuru Sound and Blenheim, a wine growing town. Marlborough enjoys some of the highest sunshine hours in New Zealand and is New Zealand's largest grape growing and wine making region. Come and discover Marlborough, New Zealand!
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Fine wine and fine scenery—Marlborough, New Zealand will quickly put you in an excellent mood. Follow your passion for the good life through the tranquil countryside.
The Marlborough region is situated on the north-eastern corner of the South Island, due west of Wellington.
Marlborough is blessed with a year-round sunny climate and regularly records the highest sunshine hours in New Zealand.
Marlborough is New Zealand's largest grape growing and wine making region with 65 wineries, 290 grape growers and 4,054 hectares in grape production. Nearly all of the wineries welcome visitors for tasting sessions and many have a cafe or restaurant on site. Sauvignon Blanc is the region's specialty, but wines made with Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes are also highly acclaimed.
Wine trail maps make it easy to find your way around the vineyards. Boutique Bed and Breakfast accommodation can be found throughout the wine growing area.
Before the wine industry came along, Marlborough's fame lay with its sounds—sunken valleys that are home to all kinds of wonderful bird and sea life, including terns, shags, blue penguins, dolphins and seals. Queen Charlotte, Kenepuru and Pelorus Sounds can be explored by boat—ferry, runabout, luxury charter launch or kayak. Admire the spectacular scenery where bush and mountains rise straight from the sea, and secret coves beckon you for a swim.
Queen Charlotte Track is another way to appreciate the intricate waterways of the Marlborough Sounds. The 67 kilometre track passes through lush coastal forest, around coves and inlets, and along skyline ridges offering breathtaking views of the Queen Charlotte and Kenepuru Sounds.
Guided trout fishing and hunting tours are other ways to appreciate the beauty of the Marlborough landscape. The average brown trout in this region weighs between one to three kilograms, depending on the fishing ground.
To help plan your Marlborough holiday choose from the main categories below:
Regional Information
Key information and facts about the Marlborough region.
Activity Highlights
Major activities and attractions in the Marlborough region.
Scenic Highlights
Major natural attractions in the Marlborough region.
History
History of the Marlborough region.
Choose from our accommodation, attractions, tours, transport or visitor information categories below to find a tourism operator in Marlborough.
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