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Marlborough Attractions, Activities, Tours

The Marlborough region is famous for its wines, arts and crafts, and the spectacular Marlborough Sounds, where you can take a cruise, see wildlife, go hiking on one of the many tracks, or catch a fish.

Greenshell Mussel Cruise

This cruise is truly unique as it takes in the three Icons of Marlborough; the Marlborough Sounds, the GreenshellTM Mussels and the stunning Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. Experience a perfect match of all three in a beautiful part of Marlborough. Join our afternoon cruise from the Havelock Marina or take the full day Marlborough Icons Tour visiting wineries in the morning and the cruise in the afternoon.

Greenshell Mussel Cruise
Marine Wildlife and Motuara Island Tour

A scenic wildlife cruise and guided walk on predator-free Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary.  See playful dolphins, fur seals and seabirds before landing.  Our knowledgeable guide will point out and describe the resident blue penguins, rare saddleback, melodic bellbirds, cheeky robins, native pigeons and yellow-crowned parakeets.

Eco Cruise, Dolphin Watch Encounters
Marlborough Sounds Fishing

the Marlborough Sounds is an extensive cruising and fishing area. Enjoy the tranquillity of Marlborough's sheltered waterways, catch some fish and experience the area as only the Sounds Connection can bring it to you. All gear provided - scheduled trips or our charter options for families or groups, and winter warmer specials. We'll get you hooked!

Marlborough Sounds Fishing
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Na Clachan Wine Tours

Relaxed, friendly tours around some of Marlborough's finest wineries. Discover the history and methods of vine growing in the region and sample a range of Marlborough's great wines.  Your guide for the day is a contract grower for a local winery. Small group size and flexible itinerary.  Spacious, air-conditioned vehicle

Wine tasting on a Na Clachlan Wine Tour, Marlborough, New Zealand
Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre

A display like no other.  Human stories from the Great War come to life in a theatrical treatment, which is both innovative and visually stunning. Captivating scenes depict the aircraft in context, while the rare artefacts range from beautifully crafted 'trench art' through to personal items belonging to the famous Red Baron himself.

Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre
Queen Charlotte Track 4 Day Gourmet Guided Walk

Explore Queen Charlotte Track in small walking groups on this 4 day guided walking tour. Experience the peacefullness of the beautiful Marlborough Sounds, whilst staying in upmarket accommodation each night. Learn about the plants, wildlife and history from knowledgeable, local guides. This is the gourmet package for the Queen Charlotte track!

Queen Charlotte Track 4 Day Gourmet Guided Walk
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Ship Cove Eco Tour

Fantastic scenery, wonderful wildlife and great guides. Cruise the length of the beautiful Queen Charlotte Sound before landing at historic Ship Cove.  After being welcomed ashore by the cheeky resident wekas, oystercatchers and paradise shelducks, enjoy the untouched forest, history and breathtaking scenery.

Ship Cove Eco Tour - Dolphin Watch Encounters
Swimming with Dolphins

Viewing them in their underwater world is the adventure of a lifetime!! Help search for dusky dolphins, bottlenose dolphins and rare Hector's dolphins in the Marlborough Sounds. The opportunity to view and swim with dolphins in the wild is a unique experience that you'll never forget.

Swimming with the Dolphins
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Wines of Marlborough Tour

Experience the magic of Marlborough with a visit to Marlborough's world famous wineries. Sample the wines, the olive oils, and the gourmet foods that have put this region on the map as the gourmet province. Enjoy the best of Marlborough with a private tour or join our daily scheduled half and full day tours.

Wines of Marlborough
Wine Tours with Sounds Connection

are the leading providers of quality full or half day tours in Marlborough. Our guides take a personal pride in making sure you have a fun, relaxed and informative day. We really enjoy sharing our love of wine. Join us for the international camaraderie of wine! Whites, red, sparkling, still sauvignon blanc ..... gourmet fare. Welcome to our world!

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