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www.lovemarlborough.co.nzPicton &Queen CharlotteSoundYou’ll Love♥ Biking or hiking one of the local tracks.♥ Enjoying spectacular views of the Sounds on a scenic flight byfloatplane.♥ Cruising the Sounds, exploring the hidden bays and observingwildlife at play.♥ Having the experience of a lifetime swimming with Dolphins.♥ Relaxing on Picton’s picturesque foreshore with mini golf,children’s playground and marina.♥ Visiting Picton’s cafes, galleries and gift shops or have deliciousfish & chips on the foreshore.♥ Visiting EcoWorld Aquarium featuring New Zealand marinelife as well as tuatara and blue penquins.14
The vibrant seaporttown of Picton sits atthe head of the QueenCharlotte Sound and is thesouthern port for the InterIsland ferry services. Thetown has a rich historic pastas a Maori Settlement andfishing village, both can bediscovered by visiting the local museum or Edwin Fox, the 9tholdest ship in the world on display in Picton Harbour.Picton has evolved into a buzzing community with an eclecticmix of cafés and restaurants, many of which showcase localseafood. Visitors can while away the hours relaxing on theforeshore, absorbing the tranquil surroundings, enjoying a localbush walk which offer breathtaking views or by getting out on thewater to experience the Queen Charlotte Sound, of which Pictonis the base for many activities.The intricate waterway of the Marlborough Sounds makesup a fifth of New Zealand’s coastline with the Queen Charlottemost well- known. It is best explored by water with a range ofcruises and activities to suit everyone’s preference. Marine andbird sanctuaries are situated throughout the Sounds providing ahaven for native wildlife that areaccessible for viewing on arange of tours. At the headof the Sound is Ship Coveand Motuara Island, wherevisitors can trace the steps ofCaptain Cook at his favouriteresting place and where heclaimed British sovereigntyover theSouth Island.Picton MarinaKayak around PictonThe unspoiled wilderness of native bush, hidden beaches andblue waters create an outdoor adventure playground, perfect forfishing, diving, boating, swimming with dolphins, sea kayaking,sailing and more.Picton & Queen Charlotte Sound MARLBOROUGH VISITOR GUIDE 201315
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