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Spend a full day cruising Queen Charlotte Sound aboard a catamaran, stop at historic Ship Cove, then taste Marlborough wines with a shared platter lunch. This combined sea-and-vine experience pairs scenery with cellar-door stories and is suitable for most fitness levels.
Spend a full day cruising Queen Charlotte Sound aboard a catamaran, stop at historic Ship Cove, then taste Marlborough wines with a shared platter lunch. This combined sea-and-vine experience pairs scenery with cellar-door stories and is suitable for most fitness levels.
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Operated by Marlborough Wine Tours · Picton, Marlborough
The catamaran slips out of Picton harbor with the Marlborough Sounds fanning open like a network of quiet fjords. Salt spray pushes against the hull and gulls wheel overhead as the vessel threads Queen Charlotte Sound toward Ship Cove, where a short stop traces the same anchorage Captain Cook used in 1770.
easy.
8 hours.
Minimal walking; suitable for most fitness levels—able to step on/off a small dock and stand for brief periods.
Pickup from outside Picton may be possible for an extra fee—confirm with the operator when booking.
The shared platter can be adapted with advance notice; indicate dietary needs at booking.
Yes—infant seats are available and the cruise is family-friendly, though wineries may limit tastings for minors.
Trips may be canceled for safety; full refund is offered if canceled at least 24 hours in advance or due to bad weather.
Ship Cove is a recorded anchorage of Captain James Cook in 1770 and remains a focal historic landmark for the Sounds.
The Marlborough Sounds include sensitive marine habitats—follow crew guidance, avoid littering, and respect vineyard and marine biosecurity measures.
Marlborough Wine Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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