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Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

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Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton
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Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton
Greenshell mussel farm & tasting
Delicious Seafood on board cruise
MV Mantra in scenic Marlborough Sounds
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Discover the natural beauty and fresh seafood of the Marlborough Sounds during a 3.5-hour cruise from Picton. Travel by luxury catamaran through the sheltered waters of the Queen Charlotte Sound, located at the top of New Zealand's South Island. Taste fresh seafood served on board and paired with a glass of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. You'll also learn about aquaculture in the Marlborough Sounds, check out a salmon and mussel farm, and get great photo ops of the region.
  • 3.5-hour Marlborough Sound sightseeing and seafood cruise, from Picton
  • Glide through Queen Charlotte Sound and listen to the captain's informative commentary on the region
  • Includes samples of fresh local seafood paired with a glass of Marlborough sauvignon blanc wine
  • Get clear views of the Sound's gorgeous scenery
  • Look for wildlife like seals, dolphins, and penguins
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2 Wellington Street , 2 Wellington Street, Picton 7220, New Zealand
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MV Mantra is docked at Town Wharf 6 at Picton Marina. This is at the east end of the Picton waterfront, near the private vessel marina. There is a carpark nearby. OR, pop into our Cougar Line Office right on the waterfront - Corner of London Quay and Wellington Street in Picton.

1:30 PM
This activity will end right where it started.
Make your own way to the Picton Marina in the early afternoon to board your 65-foot (20-meter) luxury catamaran. Picton is located at the top of the South Island, near the head of the Queen Charlotte Sound and just 25 minutes north of Blenheim.

Get comfortable on one of the outdoor decks or in the cabin, which has booth seats with tables, and lounge areas. Take in sweeping views of the the scenic waterways of the Sound as your captain takes you to salmon and mussel farms along the route. The crew serves up samples of fresh seafood from local sources (typically steamed greenshell mussels, king salmon and Cloudy Bay clams) accompanied by a glass of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc wine.

Hear informative commentary about the region from your captain during the cruise, and keep an eye out for possible sightings of wildlife such as penguins, dolphins and seals.

A range of light snacks, hot tea and coffee, Marlborough wines, beer, juice, and bottled water are available for purchase on board.

Your 3.5-hour tour ends with return to the Picton Marina in the early evening.
Itinerary
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Queen Charlotte Sound
Relax and enjoy the stunning Marlborough Sounds with the exclusive Seafood Odyssea Cruise, featuring Regal salmon, Cloudy Bay clams and Greenshell mussels with Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc for the definitive wine/food match. Enjoy the natural beauty of the Queen Charlotte Sound while cruising aboard our luxury launch that departs from Picton daily, all year round. Cruise near an aquaculture farm, learn about this industry in the Marlborough Sounds and take in the picturesque scenery.
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  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Check in for your cruise is 15 minutes prior to departure.
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
  • OPERATED BY Marlborough Tour Company
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton?
A:The policy on sanitization is:

  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
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What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton?
A:The policy on staff health & safety is:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
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This was a wonderful day...
Greg_C
, Jan 2022
This was a wonderful day out on the water . My daughter inlaw and I sat up the front in sun and felt like we could be anywhere in the world. Thank you
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icon Response from Host , Feb 2022
Hi Greg, thank you for your great review. We're so pleased you enjoyed the cruise under the Marlborough sun, and we hope to welcome you back onboard again one day soon.
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star-5
Fantastic experience
Warren_S
, Jan 2022
The whole experience was amazing. The fantastic scenery, excellent food and the crew were brilliant. I would definitely recommend this experience.
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icon Response from Host , Jan 2022
Hi Warren, thank you very much for your fantastic review and for your recommendation. We're thrilled you enjoyed the cruise, the food and the crew hospitality. We look forward to welcoming you back again in future.
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The whole trip was...
Lauris_T
, Nov 2021
The whole trip was awesome the crew were exceptional the seafood was fabulous and mum the salmon was absolutely 💯 delicious would recommend this trip to everyone we are planning to bring family back and do it again
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icon Response from Host , Dec 2021
Hi Lauris_T, thank you for your wonderful review and recommendation. We're so pleased you had a fabulous time on the cruise and hope to see you again soon.
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star-5
Blue Water Therapy at it's Finest!
Angela_S
, May 2021
The weather did not distract from us having a fantastic trip. It was our final day in the South after celebrating my son's wedding and this was the icing on the cake! Thanks to Penny and Sophia for a most awesome and memorable experience. The seafood was generous and cooked to perfection with the wine. Blue water therapy. We loved it! Thank you 😊
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icon Response from Host , Jun 2021
Hi Angela, thank you very much for your lovely review. We're so pleased you enjoyed your cruise and Marlborough seafood, especially after such special family celebrations. We hope you'll come back soon!
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Magical Experience
Bryce_K
, May 2021
The wet, could you and foggy day did nothing to detract from our experience. We had an exceptional day and enjoyed our hosts Skipper Penny and Sophia who both contributed to a magical voyage.
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icon Response from Host , Jun 2021
Hi Bryce, your review is great, thanks so much. It's great to hear your cruise was such a success in spite of the weather, and that you received great hospitality onboard. We look forward to welcoming you back again, perhaps with some classic Marlborough sunshine next time!
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Fantastic experience
Lesli_M
, May 2021
Lovely experience with great views, generous amounts of seafood. We were fortunate to be the only ones on the trip😊 well worthwhile trip
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icon Response from Host , May 2021
Hi Lesli_M, your review is great, thank you so much. We're chuffed you enjoyed the cruise and the seafood, and we hope you'll come back to see us again.
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Must do trip
Dave_A
, May 2021
That seafood was awesome. The entire cruise was wonderful. Lovely and well informed crew. Beautiful boat. The scenery was spectacular. Would recommend this cruise.
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icon Response from Host , May 2021
Hi Dave A, thank you very much for your good review. It's great to hear you enjoyed the experience, the crew hospitality and the boat - plus of course Marlborough's stunning scenery. Thanks for the recommendation, and we hope to see you back.
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Fantastic day, great...
gary_r
, Apr 2021
Fantastic day, great staff great experience , we were very fortunate to have a pod of dolphins join us for about 45 minutes
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icon Response from Host , Apr 2021
Hi gary_r, thanks so much for your lovely review. We're really pleased you enjoyed the experience with us and it's always a highlight when the dolphins choose to make an appearance! We hope to welcome you back again soon.
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star-5
Fantastic
debbie_g
, Mar 2021
Really great would go again great team and especially nice as the gave us a glass of wine to celebrate my 60th birthday
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icon Response from Host , Jun 2021
Hi Debbie, thank you for your lovely review - we do hope you'll come back for another glass soon!
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1 traveler found this review helpful
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One of the “Must Do” here in Picton.
Felix_K
, Feb 2021
Everything is awesome. From The Cruise, Seafoods Tasting, Sights and Experience. Love the Salmon Farm and Mussel Farm Visit. The Steamed Mussels, Cockle Clams and Cooked Salmons were very yummy. Just cooked to perfection.
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A Day Not to Forget
Maree_C
, Dec 2020
The staff who where friendly and knowable about Marlborough Sound and told great stories. Great food, fresh, plentiful and taste!!!!! Weather great. Recommend for everyone who enjoys a great afternoon out.
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icon Response from Host , Jun 2021
Hi Maree, thank you for your wonderful review - we hope you'll be back to see us again.
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Boat trip Marlborough Sounds
Barbara_C
, Nov 2020
A very informative trip, beautiful salmon and mussels washed down with a lovely glass of wine or beer. Three and a half hours of the best views in the South Island.
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icon Response from Host , Jun 2021
Hi Barbara, thank you very much for your terrific review. We hope to welcome you back again for more views, seafood and wine.
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Fabulous
Esther_M
, Mar 2020
Wonderful cruise. Very informative. Both Captain and Chef excellent. Very good portions of mussels, clams and salmon, expertly cooked.
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Great
Kevin_N
, Mar 2020
Absolutely had a great afternoon on the Mantra boat enjoying fresh mussels, clams and salmon. Highly recommend this tour
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1 traveler found this review helpful
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Highly recommended
Gael_B
, Feb 2020
We thoroughly enjoyed the weather they provided 😉 along with the excellent commentary seafood and wine. Staff were very friendly and knowledgeable. Fabulous afternoon out!
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Seafood cruise.
gold2gold2003
, Feb 2020
Excellent trip, very informative, the food that was cooked for us was delicious and plentiful very friendly crew onboard.
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Buyer Beware!
N4685OAwilliamw
, Apr 2019
The tour operator did not show, refused my request for refund, lied to Viator that We did not show. I had taken a digital photo of the boat at the dock, unattended, with a date and time stamp, proving we we present at the right location & time. Viator did honor my request for a refund, and none of this was thier fault.
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A rainy day on the sounds
GrandTour39303806089
, Nov 2018
We got to Picton and heavy rain fell from the skies. I didn't know if the tour was going to go ahead but I'm so glad it did. The boat (sorry I know nothing about boats) was big and beautiful. Very comfortable seating and lots of windows to see out of. Even though the weather was terrible we saw penguins and an assortment of beautiful birds. Learning about the Mussel and Salmon farming industries was very interesting, but eating the mussels and salmon was better! I would recommend this tour to everyone, no matter what the weather
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This was the most memorable...
George R
, Dec 2017
This was the most memorable experience of our trip to New Zealand. The boat was comfortable. The crew was super friendly. The wine was delicious. However, the seafood experience was indescribably delicious. The Green Lip Mussels were the size of my palm. Really, they were huge. They were tender and delicious. The smokes salmon we had was the best I have ever had in my life. It was very educational to tour the mussel beds and salmon farm coves in the beautiful waters off Picton to see how New Zealanders are committed to sustainable seafood and protecting the environment. Even the waters in the main harbors in Wellington and Picton were both so clear you could see the bottom. This country recognizes the asset their environment represents and they are passionate about joyfully sharing it and protecting it. This tour was worth every penny and I will do it again anytime we visit Picton just to re-experience it again! The advert says: Glide through Queen Charlotte Sound and listen to the captain's informative commentary on the region. Includes samples of fresh local seafood paired with a glass of Marlborough sauvignon blanc wine. The tour delivers exactly what it promises, and more!!!
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