An der Küste von Picton gelegen, bietet das Büro von Beachcomber Cruises die beste Aussicht. Aber so wunderbar sie auch sind, es wird noch besser, wenn man sich in die schönen Marlborough Sounds oder genauer gesagt, den Queen Charlotte Sound wagen kann. Die Boote von Beachcomber Cruises sind 364 Tage im Jahr auf dem Wasser, Regen oder Sonnenschein. Jeder Tag ist anders, sei es beim Spottieren von toschenden Delfinen, verspielten Robben oder einem einsamen blauen Pinguin. Beachcomber Cruises bietet eine Reihe von verschiedenen Aktivitätsoptionen, darunter ihre „weltberühmten“ Magic Mail Boat, Ship Cove und Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary Kreuzfahrten. Besucher können zum Mittagessen zu einer Lodge fahren oder den Queen Charlotte Track ganz oder teilweise spazieren gehen. Was auch immer sie wollen, Beachcomber Cruises kann es passieren.
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A Day in the Sounds at Furneaux Lodge begins with a scenic cruise from Picton through Queen Charlotte Sound, accompanied by commentary on the region’s history and wildlife. A short stop at Ship Cove offers a glimpse into Captain Cook’s past anchorage. Guests are then dropped at Furneaux Lodge, where they can enjoy lunch, relax in the peaceful surroundings, or explore the native forest and nearby waterfall before returning to Picton aboard the Mail Boat.
The Ship Cove Cruise travels from Picton through Queen Charlotte Sound, offering views of marine and bird life along the way. Commentary highlights the area’s natural features and historical relevance. At Ship Cove, visitors can explore the beach, see the Captain Cook Monument, and view the creek once used by Cook’s crew. The return journey includes stops for local deliveries through Endeavour Inlet before heading back to Picton.
The Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary Cruise travels through Queen Charlotte Sound to a predator-free island rich in native wildlife. Visitors may encounter species such as the South Island Saddleback, NZ Robin, and Little Blue Penguin. A track leads past lookout points to a summit with views across to Ship Cove. The cruise includes time at a bird viewing station and a visit to Ship Cove before returning to Picton.
