Ferries & Water Transport
There are two ferry operators who transport passengers and vehicles across Cook Strait between Wellington and Picton.
Interislander - up to 5 sailings in each direction daily
More information and bookings - www.interislander.co.nz
Phone: 0800 802 802
Bluebridge - up to 4 sailings in each direction daily
More information and bookings - www.bluebridge.co.nz
Phone: 0800 844 844
For transport around the Marlborough Sounds there are a number of Water Taxis and charter vessles available.
Contact our i-SITE Visitor Centres for up-to-date information and a friendly booking service.
Ferries & Water Transport - Listings
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| Beachcomber Cruises | ||
| Our vessels service the entire Queen Charlotte Sounds for all your transport needs. We provide transport to the Queen Charlotte Track, accommodation resorts and for bach owners. |
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Picton, Queen Charlotte Sound |
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| Cougar Line | ||
| Specialising in luxury, affordable water transportation, The Cougar Line offer an award-winning experience in the beautiful Queen Charlotte Sound. |
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Picton, Queen Charlotte Sound |
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| Dolphin Watch Ecotours | ||
| TOURISM AWARD WINNER! Eco-Cruises to enjoy the wildlife on the water on your way to the Queen Charlotte Track, one of many resorts or a private function. Charter rates available for any size group. |
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Picton, Queen Charlotte Sound |
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| Endeavour Express | ||
| Specialising in water transport of the Queen Charlotte Track and to all outer sounds lodges. |
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Picton, Queen Charlotte Sound |
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| Interislander | ||
| Interislander travels between the North and South Islands of New Zealand and is one of the most spectacular cruises in the world. Interislander operates three ships and up to 11 sailings a day. |
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Operates throughout Marlborough |
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| Marlborough Sounds Adventure Company | ||
| 2007 NZ Tourism Award Winners - Best Leisure Activity. Specialists in sea kayaking, walking and mountain biking adventures ranging from half to five days. Come and experience the Sounds at its best. |
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Picton, Queen Charlotte Sound |
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| Marlborough Travel | ||
| Private charters, luxury cruising. The MV Odyssea is a 20 metre luxury catamaran licensed for 100 people. With ample room both inside and out, a full galley, bar, stereo and pa system. |
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Operates throughout Marlborough |
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| Sounds Connection | ||
| The Queen Charlotte Sound is a beautifully scenic waterway.Many activities are based here.Accomodation is nestled in the shorelines.Transport for travel around Marlborough and the Sounds available. |
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Operates throughout Marlborough |
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| Arrow Water Taxis | ||
| We provide a 7 day service for Bikers, Hikers, Bach Owners, Forestry Workers, Builders, Groups etc. | Picton, Queen Charlotte Sound | |
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| Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferry Service | ||
| The 100% New Zealand owned Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferry Service sails several times a day between central Wellington and Picton. | Picton, Queen Charlotte Sound | |
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| Marlborough Sounds Marinas | ||
| Located at the northern tip of New Zealand's South Island, the Marlborough Sounds Marinas are the gateway to New Zealand's acclaimed Marlborough Sounds. | Picton, Queen Charlotte Sound | |
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| Pelorus Sound Water Taxi | ||
| .Your fast,comfortable and efficient water taxi for travel throughout the Pelorus and Keneperu. To the bach, sightseeing, work or what ever your needs about the sounds just give us a call | Havelock, Pelorus, Kenepuru | |
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