11. Bird and dolphin watching tour to Blumine Island
4.8· 56 reviewsThree hours of guided wildlife viewing by boat — rare bird sightings, marine mammals, and a visit to Blumine Island's predator-free sanctuary.
“We appreciate E-Ko Tours for providing an incredible day on Motuara Island. Connor and Daniel were both friendly and well-informed. We enjoyed the close encounters with dolphins, seals, and birds, and the views from the island were stunning.”— judithkA7068MR
22. Motuara Island wildlife tour and dolphin cruise from Picton
4.7· 209 reviews· 4.5 hoursA fully-guided small-group tour — visit Motuara Island, cruise Queen Charlotte Sound and spot marine mammals and rare bird species, including dolphins.
“This experience is both well-organized and welcoming. The crew's primary aim is to ensure you see as much as possible. A pod of dusky dolphins was a highlight for us on our return. We also loved spotting fur seals, king shags, blue penguins, and shearwater birds from the boat. On the island, we had close encounters with South Island robins, piwakawaka, saddlebacks, and bell birds. The knowledgeable crew made everything enjoyable, and they were willing to assist with anything. We had a fantastic day.”— Sightsee08372424688
33. Marlborough Sounds cruise with wildlife viewing
4.6· 143 reviews· 4 hoursSix hours, small-group tour — cruise Queen Charlotte Sound and visit Motuara Island to view wildlife and landscapes, including dolphins and seals.
“It was a lovely day for a cruise. I saw dolphins for the first time, which was truly incredible, and we encountered many other types of wildlife as well.”— emiliabE9834TM
44. Marlborough wine tasting tour from Picton
4.4· 91 reviewsFour to five hours with a local guide — visit 3-4 wineries in Marlborough, sample award-winning wines and gourmet treats, plus scenic views of Wairau Valley.
“We recently took a ferry to Picton and enjoyed a bus tour of the Marlborough Wine region, staying overnight in Blenheim. The autumn colors of the vineyards in April were stunning, and each of the three wineries we visited offered warm hospitality and insightful information about their products. We stopped at Hunter's Wines, Saint Clair (where we savored an excellent cheese platter), and concluded our tour at Forrest winery. Ending the day at the Makana chocolate factory made for a truly unforgettable experience.”— revuall
55. Half-day cruise to Ship Cove from Picton
4.3· 155 reviews· 3.5 hoursFour hours exploring the Queen Charlotte Sound — visit historic Ship Cove, spot wildlife, and enjoy onshore time at Captain Cook’s landing site.
“We had an amazing day, thanks to the fantastic service from the team and our Boat Captain, Greg. Spotting the dolphins was an incredible surprise. We truly appreciate it and plan to return.”— robertmL6126QJ
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