The Marlborough Sounds at the top of the South Island are one of the most beautiful and tranquil places in New Zealand. Richly endowed in natural beauty, this intricate maze of waterways with its attractive beaches and lush greenery provides for the perfect nature experience. A visit to Marlborough is not complete without taking in the vistas of the Sounds. These sheltered waters, made up of the Queen Charlotte, Pelorus and Kenepuru Sounds, provide the perfect environment for sailing, cruising, fishing, diving, sea kayaking and viewing marine life.

• Queen Charlotte Walking Track - Take a guided walk in the tranquil Marlborough Sounds along the Queen Charlotte Walkway, including lunch and boat transfers.
• Fishing - Take a whole or half day fishing charter offering sight seeing, entertainment and exploration. An experienced fishing guide can show you how to catch Blue Cod, Terakihi or Kingfish.
• Scenic Helicopter flights - A helicopter provides the ideal way to view the intricate maze of waterways that make up the Marlborough Sounds.
• Lunch in the Sounds - Award winning restaurants set amongst native bush with the sea lapping the foreshore, offer the perfect place to enjoy lunch out in the Sounds. Combine this with a helicopter flight or take a boat charter, either way, it makes for a wonderful day on the water.
• Boat Charters - View varied sights from friendly dolphins to industries such as mussel and salmon farms or just find a deserted bay in which to anchor for lunch.
• Golf - Full day golf packages offering 9-18 holes and a scenic cruise of the Marlborough Sounds.
• Dolphin watching - View some of the local residents of the Sounds in their natural habitat from the comfort of a boat.
• Kayaking - Take a guided or independent trip from Picton.
• Green Shell Mussel Cruise - A unique Wine and Food cruise experience through the tranquil Marlborough Sounds.