Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton
Overview
Depart Picton at 9:00am and cruise through the Queen Charlotte Sound to historic Ship Cove. Along the way enjoy the sights and scenery and keep your eye out for any chance wildlife encounters.
Enjoy a site visit at Ship Cove, take the chance to get onshore where Captain Cook laned in the 1770’s where his ship the Endeavour was anchored to replenish supplies. See the monument, comb the beach and enjoy the tranquillity of the surroundings.
Upon re-joining your vessel we will cruise through the Endeavour Inlet completing drop offs and deliveries of passengers and freight before returning to Picton.
What's Included
- Commentary on board
- Restroom on board
- Food
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Beachcomber Cruises keep cup ($6 available for purchase)
Meeting Location
1 London Quay
Picton 7220, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Queen Charlotte Sound (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with serious mobility issues or confinements
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Guests are welcome to bring their own food and drinks to consume on board
- Closed-toe walking shoes suitable for walking are recommended
- Not accessible for motorized wheelchairs
- We are not able to pick up / drop off at the Cruise Ship Terminal - you must make your way to our booking office
- Please note that this tour departs sharply on schedule at 9:00am
- This tour has a minimum number requirement and may be cancelled if we do not reach this capacity
- The boat used for the tour can vary from a smaller 9 seater to a 99 seater catamaran and is not guaranteed
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 70 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton?
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Activity code: C-6607SCENIC
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Commentary on board.
- Restroom on board.
- Food.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Beachcomber Cruises keep cup ($6 available for purchase).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with serious mobility issues or confinements
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Commentary on board
- Restroom on board
- Food
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Beachcomber Cruises keep cup ($6 available for purchase)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with serious mobility issues or confinements
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Guests are welcome to bring their own food and drinks to consume on board
- Closed-toe walking shoes suitable for walking are recommended
- Not accessible for motorized wheelchairs
- We are not able to pick up / drop off at the Cruise Ship Terminal - you must make your way to our booking office
- Please note that this tour departs sharply on schedule at 9:00am
- This tour has a minimum number requirement and may be cancelled if we do not reach this capacity
- The boat used for the tour can vary from a smaller 9 seater to a 99 seater catamaran and is not guaranteed
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 70 travelers
