Marlborough Sounds and Ship Cove Cruise from Picton
ID: GYG179885-274169
Category:
Country: New Zealand
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Take in the sights of Queen Charlotte Sound and visit Ship Cove on a morning boat tour from Picton. Learn about local history and natural landmarks while looking for marine life like little penguins.
Navigate the magnficent waterways of Marlborough Sounds on a morning boat tour, departing from the Picton waterfront. Cruise up through the Queen Charlotte Sound to historical Ship Cove.
Enjoy listen to live commentary on regional historical and natural landmarks. Keep a lookout for marine life such as little blue penguins and Hector’s dolphins — considered the rarest marine dolphin in the world. After about an hour’s journey, your boat drops anchor at Ship Cove. Step ashore for 30 minutes and discover the inlet named by Captain James Cook on 15 January 1770. The Endeavour was anchored here to replenish supplies and the spot became a favourite anchorage of Captain Cook.
Dabble in the creek where Captain Cook made home brew for his crew and share the beach with the resident wildlife. Have your photo taken beside the Captain Cook Monument commemorating his visits to this area. Or, just relax and enjoy the tranquil surrounds.
Highlights
- Set sail on a 3.5-hour cruise through the Marlborough Sounds to Ship Cove
- Step ashore at Ship Cove for 30 minutes to explore a favourite anchorage of Captain Cook's
- Admire wildlife and marine mammals like New Zealand Fur Seals and visiting dolphins
- Learn the history of the region and its residents from your friendly skipper
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
With a keep cup, you can fill it up with tea and coffee on board selected departures
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Masks are required while indoors
All participants who are over 12 years old must present proof of full vaccination
Please meet at the Beachcomber Cruises Office. Check-in is 30 minutes prior to your tour departure time.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
