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Marlborough Sounds and Ship Cove Cruise from Picton


Beachcomber Cruises


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.


Picton



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 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.



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Duration 3 hours

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Live tour guide

English

from € 53.26 per person
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About this experience

Highlights
  • Set sail on a 3.5-hour cruise through the Marlborough Sounds to Ship Cove
  • Step ashore at Ship Cove to explore a favourite anchorage of Captain Cook's
  • Learn the history of the region and its residents
  • Includes
  • Scenic cruise
  • Live commentary in English
  • 30-minute stopover at Ship Cove
  • Keep cup ($6)
  • Not suitable for
  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users

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    Adults

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