Sunday Cruise exploring the remotest part of The Marlborough Sounds
Tour info
Why take this tour?
Sundays are for scenery on the Pelorus Express. Today the postie takes a day off – the perfect opportunity to spend more time experiencing the amazing natural environment and fascinating features of Pelorus/Te Hoiere and Kenepuru Sounds. Sit back and relax as we take you to some of the most stunning corners of this vast area of the Marlborough Sounds. Take the option of a short bush walk to really immerse yourself in nature, far from the nearest road. Our friendly local crew will be on hand to provide interesting commentary and entertaining stories about the area, its history and the people who live and work here. Learn about the Greenshell mussel farms you pass on the way and spot marine wildlife including dolphins, seals, penguins and many other marine birds. There is free tea and coffee onboard but please bring your own lunch. Havelock has several cafes, a bakery and a small supermarket where you can stock up before you check in.
What’s included?
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Coffee and/or Tea -
Food and drinks - Free tea, coffee, filtered water and cookies available on board.
Things to know
Before you book
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Duration: 5-7 hours
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Mobile tickets accepted
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Instant confirmation
Covid Policy
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Cancellation Policy
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
About operator:
An all day cruise through the beautiful Marlborough Sounds delivering mail and groceries to remote and secluded properties. The Pelorus Sound is the largest of the Sounds and the Mail Boat is a lifeline to the people living in this boat access wonderland. You will hear a great selection of stories about life in the Sounds, its history, and how the mail has been delivered like this since 1918. You will also get to experience the marine and bird life in the area including 5 types of dolphins, Australasian gannets, rare shags, seals and many more. A full mussel farm tour is also included and there is usually an opportunity to see the mussel boats operating during harvesting or seeding. We will stop off at a local lodge and passengers are able to buy lunch or bring your own lunch and come with us to a local farm for a tour. You will also be able to enjoy a bush walk or swim if you would like. We operate 7 days in summer, which is November to April.
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