Marlborough Sounds
The Marlborough Sounds is a marine playground and ecological haven covering one-fifth of New Zealand’s coastline. Home to secluded bays, historic sites, walking and cycling trails, marine reserves, island sanctuaries and places to stay tucked away in native bush – the cruising grounds of the Marlborough Sounds is a water lover’s paradise. more
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ARAPAWA HOMESTEAD - Marlborough Sounds
ARAPAWA HOMESTEAD - Marlborough Sounds
Located on Arapawa Island, Whekenui Bay, Marlborough Sounds. Three self-contained accommodation options sleeping multiple people. Surrounded by stunning vistas of Cook Strait, Tory Channel and the heads at the gateway to the Marlborough Sounds. A great destination for a family holiday or break from busy city life.
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- +64 21 943 395
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- Arapawa Island, Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand
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BAY OF MANY COVES RESORT - Marlborough Sounds
BAY OF MANY COVES RESORT - Marlborough Sounds
Set on gently-rolling bush-clad hillside with the pristine-waters of the Queen Charlotte Sound lapping at the doorstep, this secluded and tranquil retreat is surrounded by the timeless-beauty of nature herself. Located in the heart of NZ, with no road access, it is easily accessible via a spectacular 30-minute water taxi ride from Picton or –for the privileged– a helicopter ride.
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- +64 3 579 9771
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- 0800 5799 771 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Bay of Many Coves Resort, Queen Charlotte Sound, Picton, New Zealand
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BLUEBRIDGE COOK STRAIT FERRIES - Wellington/Picton NZ
BLUEBRIDGE COOK STRAIT FERRIES - Wellington/Picton NZ
Mobile-friendly - Bluebridge is renowned for our warm, friendly Kiwi hospitality and ‘can do’ attitude, we’ll go the extra mile to ensure you have an awesome Cook Strait ferry experience. This iconic, must-do journey across Cook Strait takes about 3.5 hours during which you will experience some of the world’s most breath-taking scenery.
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- +64 4 471 6188
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- 0800 844 844 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- PO Box 1144, Wellington, New Zealand
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CLASSIC CAR TOURS - South Island New Zealand
CLASSIC CAR TOURS - South Island New Zealand
Mobile-friendly - Escorted, customised tours driving our Jaguar, MG and Alfa Romeo classic and modern sports cars, or yours. Enjoy up to five different cars touring the wonderful uncrowded roads of the South Island. Day or multi day trips on set dates or to your choice, taking in delightful destinations, riveting roads, characterful company, delicious dining, affable accommodation and stunning scenery!
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E-KO TOURS - Picton and the Marlborough Sounds
E-KO TOURS - Picton and the Marlborough Sounds
Mobile-friendly - We provide award-winning, wildlife and conservation focused guided cruises and dolphin swimming experiences through the beautiful Marlborough Sounds. Those looking for the thrill of a lifetime can join us for our Dolphin Swim or View Experience or you could take part in our fully guided cruises to your choice of bird sanctuary islands or Historic Ship Cove.
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- +64 3 573 8040
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- 1 Wellington St, Picton, New Zealand
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FRENCH PASS BEACHFRONT VILLAS - Marlborough Sounds
FRENCH PASS BEACHFRONT VILLAS - Marlborough Sounds
Mobile-friendly - French Pass Beachfront Villas are the ideal base for you to explore French Pass, D'Urville Island and the western Marlborough Sounds. Your experience starts on the road to French Pass, a breath-taking drive through native bush gives way to a birds-eye view of Croisilles Harbour, the Outer Pelorus Sounds, Admiralty Bay and D'Urville Island.
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- +64 3 576 5204
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- 6178 French Pass Road, RD3, French Pass, Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand
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GOLDEN BAY AIR - Takaka
GOLDEN BAY AIR - Takaka
Operating scheduled flights between Wellington, Karamea, Nelson and Takaka, Golden Bay. Spectacular scenic flights from Takaka and Abel Tasman. Fly/cruise packages to experience both Abel Tasman National Park and Golden Bay without retracing your steps. All flights connect with our daily shuttle services to Heaphy Track and Abel Tasman National Park. Rental Car available in Takaka to explore Golden Bay.
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- +64 3 525 8725
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- 0800 588 885 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- PO Box 256, Takaka, New Zealand
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GOURMET SAILING - Nelson
GOURMET SAILING - Nelson
Mobile-friendly - Experience unparalleled service and exceptional cuisine. Gourmet Sailing offers a variety of day and overnight private yacht charters around Nelson, Tasman Bay, Abel Tasman National Park and Marlborough Sounds. Enjoy spectacular scenery, visit secluded beaches and indulge in local gourmet food and wine. All trips fully customised to suit, with the choice of a comfortable 51-foot or spacious 65-foot yacht.
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- +64 3 546 9700
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- 0800 546 970 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 12 Duncan St, Port Nelson, Nelson, New Zealand
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GRAND PACIFIC TOURS - New Zealand
GRAND PACIFIC TOURS - New Zealand
Mobile-friendly - Grand Pacific Tours are the New Zealand coach holiday specialists offering a range of all inclusive, value for money holidays. We offer 5 categories of coach tour vacation packages namely; Affordable Coach Tours, Signature Coach Tours, Ultimate Small Group Tours, Cruise & Coach Tours and Special Interest Tours.
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- 0800 444 673 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- P.O. Box 25473, St Heliers, Auckland, New Zealand
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HARRIS HILL COTTAGES - Nelson
HARRIS HILL COTTAGES - Nelson
Mobile-friendly - Our warm, comfortable, affordable cottages are close to Nelson City. Surrounded by farmland and delightful native bush. Walking tracks with stunning views. Easy drive to Abel Tasman National park for kayaking, boating, tramping, seals and hidden bays and inlets. Wine trails to various boutique vineyards. We have it all.
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HAVELOCK HOLIDAY PARK - Havelock, Pelorus Sounds
HAVELOCK HOLIDAY PARK - Havelock, Pelorus Sounds
Mobile-friendly - Havelock is located at the head of Pelorus Sound in the Marlborough Sounds. Gateway to the Nydia and Queen Charlotte tracks and the whole Marlborough area. Great location to fish or cruise the Sounds. We are close to Picton, Nelson, 15 minutes to Marlborough's wineries. Powered and non-powered sites, cabins for those traveling on a budget but looking for comfort.
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- +64 3 574 2339
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- 24 Inglis St, Havelock, Pelorus Sounds, New Zealand
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LAURELLA COTTAGE - Blenheim
LAURELLA COTTAGE - Blenheim
Mobile-friendly - Laurella Cottage is an exclusive boutique cottage situated right in the heart of Marlborough's wine region. Self-contained luxury accommodation, nestled into Upton Oaks Garden, a 5 Star Garden of National Significance. We warmly welcome you to Laurella Cottage, and invite you to experience the ambience, of a fully restored NZ 1850's, colonial cottage.
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- +64 3 579 3316
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- 33 Hammerichs Road, RD2, Blenheim, Marlborough, New Zealand
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Long Island Kokomohua Marine Reserve - Off the beaten track
Long Island Kokomohua Marine Reserve - Off the beaten track
The Marlborough Sounds at the north of the South Island are a sinuous network of drowned river valleys, forming one of New Zealand's most distinctive land and seascapes. The Marlborough Sounds are made up by the Queen Charlotte, Kenepuru and Pelorus Sounds.
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MARLBOROUGH WINE TOURS - Blenheim
MARLBOROUGH WINE TOURS - Blenheim
Mobile-friendly - Marlborough is the premier wine region of New Zealand. Whatever your budget Marlborough Wine Tours has the perfect tour for you. Join one of our daily small group wine tours or a private wine tour for your group or let us customise a luxury private wine tour for you.
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- +64 27 786 8542
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- 0800 574 288 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Blenheim, Picton, & Havelock, Marlborough Make an Enquiry
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MINERS CAMP FARMSTAY & CAMPGROUND - Queen Charlotte Sound
MINERS CAMP FARMSTAY & CAMPGROUND - Queen Charlotte Sound
Mobile-friendly - A rural retreat on the Queen Charlotte Track. Guests can stay in the farmhouse or camp in our sheltered orchard. Meals using our own fresh produce are available for guests and track walkers. Kayaks and fishing gear available for hire. Access via watertaxi or walking/biking the Queen Charlotte Track.
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- +64 3 579 8186
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- 1 Queen Charlotte Track, The Pines, Marlborough
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NEW ZEALAND TRAILS - New Zealand Wide
NEW ZEALAND TRAILS - New Zealand Wide
New Zealand guided walking adventures. We are a specialist adventure tour company with decades of experience running small-group tours with the best Kiwi guides. Enjoy hikes on the Milford, Routeburn and Hollyford Tracks plus Mt Cook and Arthurs Pass. See more on our website.
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NGAHERE HOU - NEW FOREST - Marlborough Sounds
NGAHERE HOU - NEW FOREST - Marlborough Sounds
Mobile-friendly - Perfectly situated at the halfway point on the Queen Charlotte Track at Kenepuru Head, Ngahere Hou invites you to take a half-time break in style. "Glam-Camping" in a 6-metre Yurt or Summerhouse cabin with organic breakfast included. Set in a 40 acre private bush reserve with stunning views down the Kenepuru Sound, this is an off-the-grid eco experience to treasure.
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- +64 21 0224 1915
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- 4144 Kenepuru Rd, Kenepuru Head, New Zealand
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OKIWI BAY HOLIDAY PARK & LODGE - Rai Valley, Marlborough
OKIWI BAY HOLIDAY PARK & LODGE - Rai Valley, Marlborough
Mobile-friendly - Located on the western side of the Marlborough Sounds facing Tasman Bay in peaceful Okiwi Bay, is a small, friendly holiday park and lodge. This is the perfect setting for a relaxed or active holiday. Explore the rugged coastline and secluded bays or enjoy the riches of the sea with excellent fishing and diving.
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- +64 3 576 5006
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- +64 3 576 5005 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 15 Renata Road, RD3, French Pass, Marlborough, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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PELORUS AIR - Marlborough Sounds
PELORUS AIR - Marlborough Sounds
Mobile-friendly - Welcome to Pelorus Air. We can offer a variety of Scenic Flight options for 2-15 people. From our base in Picton, we provide easy access from Wellington, Paraparaumu and Nelson - to some of the far reaches of the area. In the Marlborough Sounds we service airstrips in Port Gore, Nopera, D'Urville Island, Elie Bay and Northwest Bay.
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PELORUS BRIDGE SCENIC RESERVE - Marlborough Sounds
PELORUS BRIDGE SCENIC RESERVE - Marlborough Sounds
The Pelorus Bridge Scenic Reserve offers visitors the opportunity to relax and enjoy forest and river scenery, in one of the last stands of river flat forest in Marlborough. The reserve is located midway between Blenheim and Nelson, on SH6, 18 km west of Havelock.
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PICTON'S WAIKAWA BAY KIWI HOLIDAY PARK - Picton
PICTON'S WAIKAWA BAY KIWI HOLIDAY PARK - Picton
Mobile-friendly - Picton's Waikawa Bay Kiwi Holiday Park is just 4 kms from Picton (five minutes by car) on the sunny side, overlooking tranquil Waikawa Bay. We have a very pleasant swimming beach and children's play area. Accommodation to suit most needs and budgets including motel units, tourist flats, cabins and camping.
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- +64 3 573 7434
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- 0800 924 529 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 5 Waimarama Street, Waikawa, Picton, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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SMITHS FARM HOLIDAY PARK - Picton
SMITHS FARM HOLIDAY PARK - Picton
Smiths Farm Holiday Park is the perfect base from which to relax and explore the Marlborough Sounds. 30 minutes from the ferry. Clean, modern facilities, comfortable standard cabins, self-contained units, and motels. Powered and non-powered sites ideal for campers, caravans and campervans. Linkwater is situated between Queen Charlotte and Pelorus Sounds.
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- +64 3 574 2806
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- 1419 Queen Charlotte Drive, Linkwater, New Zealand
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SOUNDS GREAT HOLIDAY HOMES - Marlborough Sounds
SOUNDS GREAT HOLIDAY HOMES - Marlborough Sounds
Mobile-friendly - Located in Havelock, Picton, Pelorus Sound, Kenepuru Sound, Mahau Sound and Queen Charlotte Sound, Sounds Great Holiday Homes continue the tradition of providing exceptional service and amazing holiday experiences within the Marlborough Sounds. Relax in one of our rental properties in the idyllic Marlborough Sounds. Each house is comfortably appointed with views of its individual surroundings.
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- +64 27 223 4720
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- Havelock, Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand
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STEADFAST TRADITIONAL SAIL - Marlborough Sounds
STEADFAST TRADITIONAL SAIL - Marlborough Sounds
Mobile-friendly - Welcome to the world of Traditional Sailing. Day sails. Overnight Cruising in Queen Charlotte Sound. Sailing in French Pass and D'Urville Island. Steadfast is a beautiful 40 tonne gaff cutter. Enjoy the many moods of the sea while passing coastal landscape and sharing the sea with birds, seals, dolphins. Private and corporate charter available. Educational experiences for school groups.
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- +64 3 576 5298
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- +64 21 985 744
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- Lighthouse Cottage, RD 3 French Pass, Marlborough, New Zealand
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TASMAN HELICOPTERS - Nelson
TASMAN HELICOPTERS - Nelson
Mobile-friendly - Fly into some of the Lord of the Rings secret locations. Explore the mystical environment and venture into the unknown. Experience the isolation and spectacular rocky landscapes south of Rivendell (Mount Olympus). Fly over Chetwood Forest. Visit Lake Canaan Down and Harwoods hole.
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- +64 3 528 8075
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- 0800 4 CHOPPER (0800 424 677) (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Tangmere Place, Nelson Airport, Nelson, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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