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Late Afternoon Cruise
Wind down with pre-dinner drinks and nibbles or a leisurely afternoon tea. Savoury nibbles or afternoon tea included in the cruise fare. Licensed bar on board.
Cruise departs Blenheim at 4.00pm and returns 5.30pm
Nautilus
Qualmark 4 star Beachfront Villas overlooking the waterfront. Surrounded in native bush you can enjoy the early morning sun and sighting dolphins and seabirds from your balcony.
This Villa has 2 bedrooms, one with a queen size bed and the other with two sets of bunks. there is a comfortable pull down divan as a second double.
Cruise & Walk
Walking the whole track is a popular challenge however, for those with limited time, Cougar Line offers a range of options to capture the natural and historic world of the Queen Charlotte Track, for those with limited time, in one just day.
Select a walk, and cruise the rest with Cougar Line. From one hour to eight hour walks, there are walks designed to suit all fitness levels and ages.
Overnight Cruise - Single Share. Nov - Dec 2011
(maximum 2 people per cabin, 16 people per cruise)
DEPARTS MOST DAYS DURING NOV AND DEC 2011:
Departs 5.30 pm and returns 4.00 pm the following day (Cruising from Picton – Top of the South Island).
Rates for this Spectacular Cruise:
$399.00 per adult single share (If you traveling by yourself but are happy to share your cabin, we will endeavour to find you a cruising companion of the same gender). Plus transfers if required.
This cruise is designed for those with limited time and a desire to experience the wonder of the majestic Marlborough Sounds. Take time out to relax with the convenience of your accommodation taken care of on board. Book today to be a guest on these wonderful overnight cruises.
Overnight Parking Facilities:
You can leave your vehicle in a secure facility in Picton whilst on your overnight cruise. There are two recommended facilities; Picton BP Service Station , 17 Auckland Street, Picton Picton Self Storage , 17 York Street, Picton.
Getting to and from Picton:
If you require transfers from Blenheim to Picton for your cruise with Affinity, we can organise this for you. There is a small additional charge for this.
Vessel Location in Picton:
Affinity is located in the Marina beside the Picton Interislander Ferry Terminal. When you walk out the main doors of the Ferry Terminal, it is about a 1 minute walk to board Affinity.
Natures Best 1 Walk
Walk the 15kms of the Queen Charlotte Track from Ship Cove to Furneaux Lodge. Venture in to the great outdoors for a variety of scenery from rugged grand to placidly beautiful.
Dolphin Viewing Cruise
Tour Highlights
•The opportunity to view with wild dolphins!
•Fantastic photo opportunities
•A scenic cruise in the sheltered Queen Charlotte Sound
•Expert knowledge of the wildlife that lives here
•Dolphin Viewing success rate is 98%
•Free tea, coffee, hot chocolate and cookies
•Tourism Award-Winning Service
Daily departures: 9am (September - April) Duration 2-4hours
Mountain bike transport one way
Transport of Mountain Bike - used in conjunction with either one way fare or the Return Queen Charlotte Track Pass.
Greenshell Mussel Cruise
This cruise is truly unique as it takes in the three Icons of Marlborough; the Marlborough Sounds, the Greenshell™ Mussels and the stunning Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. Experience a perfect match of all three in a beautiful part of Marlborough.
Cruise Details
Check in Time - 1.15pm
Check in Location - Havelock Marina, Jetty 1A (Next to the Slip Inn Cafe).
Cruise departure - 3 hours.
Cruise vessel - MV Odyssea or MV Galileo.
Child pricing applies:
5 to 15 years - child at $39.00pp
Under 5 travel free..
SCHOOL HOLIDAY SPECIAL - All children aged 15 and under travel for free on the Mussel Cruise in December and January*. (Conditions apply - maximum of 2 children per adult fare).
Seasonality - Greenshell Mussel Cruise operates daily from 1 September through to 4 April each year.
Early Bird Cruise
Depart Picton at 9am for a cruise to Lochmara.Experience the peace of a Sounds morning with this whirlwind trip. Cruise to Lochmara for a locally famous breakfast overlooking the bay then spot native birds on our nature trail or stroll through our art galleries before returning at 11am
$45 adult / $25 Child (breakfast not included)