Queen Charlotte Sound Mail Boat Cruise from Picton
Marlborough Sounds, Wellington
Enjoy a scenic afternoon cruise on a working mail boat. Join the skipper as they deliver post, groceries and freight to the residents that call the sound's waterways home.
Highlights
- Deliver mail to the local residents
- Admire wildlife and marine mammals
- Learn the history of the Queen Charlotte Sound
Description
Climb aboard the only official licensed New Zealand Post Rural Delivery Service by water in the Queen Charlotte Sound for a truly unique and interesting tour! Join in the excitement of Mail Day as the skipper delivers the New Zealand Rural post bags, groceries and freight to the residents that call the Queen Charlotte Sound waterways home.
The Mail has been delivered by boat for over 150 years in the Queen Charlotte Sound. Admire Marlborough Sounds' magnificent scenery and take a glimpse into daily life in the remote outposts of this region. Operating from Monday to Saturday, no one day is the same.
The route changes daily, covering a different area and delivering the mail. During your cruise your skipper will provide interesting and informative commentary on the history of the Marlborough Sounds and the people who lived there then and now. Feel free to ask questions and keep your camera handy for any wildlife encounters.
Includes
Scenic cruise
Live commentary in English
Excludes
Keep Cup for onboard tea and coffee ($6)
Important Information
- With a Keep Cup, you can fill up your cup with tea and coffee on board select departures The boat used for the tour varies depending on the number of passengers. This can range from a 9-seater single-hulled boat to a 90-seater double-storied catamaran
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
