Travel Style
Family
Something for the whole family.
Leap into the crystal clear Pelorus River, fish from the wharf on a blue-sky day, dash into surf at Whites Bay, then cast for kahawai at the Wairau Bar.
Spot dolphins in the Marlborough Sounds, visit eco trails surrounding resorts, and walk amid endangered wildlife on island sanctuaries.
Explore Marlborough’s passion for aviation, on the ground or in the air, or take on our cycling and walking trails.
Marlborough's a brilliant destination for family holidays young and old.
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Vanessa Evans Owner
The region has a lot on offer for families, what are your top two things to do with your children in the area and why?
"Anytime spent on the water in my parents yacht or on a beach in the sounds. Such good fun for everyone and the kids love exploring, driving dinghies, fishing and swimming."
My insider guide to MarlboroughVisit Brayshaw Heritage Park
Brayshaw Heritage Park is dedicated to the collection, restoration and display of Marlborough’s heritage. Established in 1968 and inspired by the late Norman Brayshaw it houses a collection of Marlborough’s original buildings and memorabilia. The Park is also home to Marlborough’s heritage clubs with their displays and working exhibits.
Enjoy a walk around the park or bring a picnic to have with family and friends.
Brayshaw Heritage Park
Marlborough Highlights
This itinerary has been designed to fit into a shorter New Zealand itinerary featuring Marlborough's two most well-known assets, wine and the Marlborough Sounds.
Go Camping
Bring your tent or campervan and find a holiday park or DOC campsite to enjoy the views and outdoor activities.
Governors Bay Scenic Reserve
Enjoy golden sands and azure waters at Governors Bay, a 15 minute drive from Picton.
Blenheim i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
Motuara Island eco sanctuary
Visit the beautiful Motuara Island in the Queen Charlotte Sound. This predator free sanctuary is home to kiwi, saddlebacks and other native wildlife.
Blenheim i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
Kaipupu Wildlife Sanctuary
Visit the community run Kaipupu Wildlife Sanctuary, a mainland sanctuary just a few minutes by boat from Picton, full of native birdlife.
Blenheim i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
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Stay in the Marlborough Sounds
From self-contained baches to all inclusive lodges, there's a slice of paradise for everyone in the Marlborough Sounds, some accessible only by water-taxi.
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Visit Molesworth Station
Drive up the Awatere Valley Road to access Molesworth Station, which is open over summer months.
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Walk and bike Picton
Explore the walking and biking trails around Picton.
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Walks
Get to know Marlborough step by step, via walking tracks to alpine peaks, golden trails on working farms and native bush walks in the Marlborough Sounds.
Marlborough walks can be as challenging as Mount Tapuae-o-Uenuku, as beautiful as the Queen Charlotte Track and as relaxing as the Taylor River reserve.
Whether you’re hiking for a day or a week, staying in a tent, hut or lodge, you’ll love the pace of Marlborough.
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i-SITE visitor information services
Havelock i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
i-SITE visitor information services
Picton i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
Ferries & Water Transport
Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferries Wellington - Picton
Wine Tours
Avantiplus Blenheim Hire bikes
Boat Cruises
Beachcomber Cruises
Wine Tours
Bike Hire Marlborough
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