Birdlife Encounters and Coastal Scenery in the Marlborough Sounds
Your day begins with an 8:00 am cruise from Picton to Motuara Island Scenic Reserve, a sanctuary for native birdlife. A gentle track leads to the island’s lookout, where sweeping 360-degree views stretch across Queen Charlotte Sound and beyond. Along the way, listen for calls of rare birds and spot them in their natural habitat.
From Motuara Island, the boat takes you to Furneaux Lodge, where the next stage of your adventure begins. The Queen Charlotte Track leads you along Endeavour Inlet through regenerating native bush alive with birdsong. By afternoon, you’ll arrive at Punga Cove to relax before the return cruise to Picton.
TRIP TIMINGS:
Operates: October to April only
Check in time at Picton: 7:30am
Depart Picton: 8am
Return trip pick up: 4-4:30pm
Return to Picton: 5.30-6pm
DISTANCE AND DURATION
11km, approximately 3.5 - 4 hours walking + Motuara Island
AGE INFO
Adult: 15 years +
Children: 5-14 years
Infant: 4 years & under
CANCELLATION FEES & REFUNDS:
48 hours or more before travel: Full refund**
Less than 48 hours: No refund
Note: **Refund excludes credit card, payment or booking fees if applicable, which are non-refundable.
Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.*
Departure Dates
Operates: October to April
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