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Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary and Ship Cove Cruise from Picton

By Beachcomber Cruises
8.2 out of 10
Very good
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $89 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Cruise from Picton Harbour to Motuara Island and beyond to see rare native birds and other wildlife on this 4.5-hour boat excursion. Spend time exploring Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary and Ship Cove, learn from your expert captain about wildlife and cultural history, and take in the gorgeous scenery of Queen Charlotte Sound. Look for endangered native birds including the South Island saddleback, king shag, little blue penguin and kiwi as well as seals and rare dolphins.

Please note that this tour departs sharply on schedule at 8:00am

Available to purchase for $6 in the office before you depart are Beachcomber Cruises keep cups, we no longer use single use cups on board our vessels due the huge environmental impact. Upon purchase of a Beachcomber Cruises keep cup guests can enjoy tea and coffee onboard for the duration of the tour.

Activity location

  • 1 London Quay
    • 1 London Quay
    • 7220, Picton, Marlborough, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 1 London Quay
    • 1 London Quay
    • 7220, Picton, Marlborough Region, New Zealand

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8:00am Departure
  • Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes4h 30m
    4h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00 a.m.
Price details
CA $89.02 x 1 AdultCA $89.02
Total
Price is CA $89.02
Until Thu, Oct 9

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Commentary on board
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bathroom on board
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Beachcomber Cruises keep cups for $6 in the office before you depart

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Guests are welcome to bring their own food and drinks to consume on board
  • Closed-toe walking shoes suitable for walking are recommended
  • We are not able to pick up / drop off at the Cruise Ship Terminal - you must make your way to our booking office
  • Please note that this tour departs sharply on schedule at 8:00am
  • Not recommended for travellers with mobility constraints

Activity itinerary

Queen Charlotte Sound (Pass by)
Cruise through the tranquil waterways of the Queen Charlotte Sound, see wildlife and native flora and fauna along the way

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    1 London Quay
    • 1 London Quay
    • 7220, Picton, Marlborough, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    1 London Quay
    • 1 London Quay
    • 7220, Picton, Marlborough Region, New Zealand

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