Location & Local Attractions

Some of the activities available while staying in Picton:

  • Explore the wonderful wine region of Marlborough with one of the local wine tour operators who will give you a drive-free option for a day.
  • A day trip walking on the Queen Charlotte walkway
  • Dive trip to the Mikhail Lermontov - one of the world’s biggest shipwrecks
  • Kayaking on the Queen Charlotte Sound for a day - try a combo of walking, cycling and kayaking
  • A day's sailing in the sheltered waters of the Queen Charlotte Sound
  • Enjoy a day trip on the Mail Boat, exploring the inlets and bays around the Sounds
  • Walk on of the many hiking tracks around the town
  • Visit the Edwin Fox, the ninth oldest sailing ship in existence and now our local museum
  • Swimming with dolphins – visit Motuara Island bird sanctuary

Useful Links

Wilderness Guides, Picton, New Zealand Kayaking adventures & walks on Queen Charlotte Walkway
Queen Charlotte Track NZ.com Queen Charlotte Track specialists for all your booking needs
www.bed-and-breakfast.co.nz B&B Directory of New Zealand
www.soundsconnection.co.nz Sounds Connection
www.trafalgarlodge.co.nz Trafalgar Lodge - Nelson Accommodation
www.naturetours.co.nz Nature Tours

Marineland Heritage House Bed & Breakfast
Address: 28 Waikawa Road, Picton, New Zealand
Phone: +64-3-573 6429 • Fax: +64-3-573 7634 • Reservation Freephone: 0800 616 429
Email: marineland@xtra.co.nz • Website: www.marinelandaccom.co.nz

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