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Marlborough Sounds is sunken valleys that are home to all kinds of wonderful bird and sea life, including terns, shags, blue penguins, dolphins and seals. This collection of drowned river valleys is a natural wonder unparalleled in New Zealand.

Reaching out into the Pacific Ocean like the fingers of a welcoming hand, the Marlborough Sounds area is made up of three main bodies of water—the Queen Charlotte, Kenepuru and Pelorus Sounds.

Bordered by forested hills rising almost vertically from the water’s edge, the Marlborough Sounds is a true scenic highlight and is easily explored from either Picton or Havelock. Sail, paddle, kayak or motor through this picturesque maritime area.

The Marlborough Sounds is also known for the Queen Charlotte Track  a 67 kilometre track passes through lush coastal forest, around coves and inlets, and along skyline ridges offering breathtaking views of the Queen Charlotte and Kenepuru Sounds.

The main town in the Marlborough Sounds is Picton where all ferry, road and rail links arrive and depart from. Picton is the administrative centre for the region.

Picton is served by various bus/coach services from Nelson and Christchurch and ferry services operated by Interislander and Bluebridge from Wellington to Picton. Air New Zealand Link operates daily flights from Wellington to Blenheim.