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Private Charter Cruise: Exclusive Marlborough Sounds Exploration

Commission an entire private vessel for your group and chart your own course through the Sounds' most secluded bays — wildlife spotting, swimming stops, and Marlborough wine on deck included. The ultimate in unhurried, personalised luxury on the water.

What to expect

A gleaming, purpose-built cruiser departs directly from Picton wharf with only your party aboard. The skipper, a lifelong Sounds local, guides you through the fjord-like arms of the Sound — pointing out osprey nests, resident dolphins, and Māori cultural sites along the shores. A chilled Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc is poured as you anchor in a glassy cove for a swim; a premium cheese-and-seafood platter follows. Every stop, every pace, every detail is yours to dictate.

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Beachcomber Cruises NZ
From NZD 1,200 per charter (half day, up to 12 guests); full-day from NZD 2,000
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Good to know

Ideal for groups of 4–12. Request a catered option (gourmet platters, local wine) when booking. Departure time and duration set to your ship's schedule — discuss all-aboard constraints upfront. Book as far in advance as possible, especially for the summer season.

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