Lochmara Bay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A walk through the Marlborough Sounds region provides a close up of amazing native plants, like this canopy of tree ferns.
A walk through the Marlborough Sounds region provides a close up of amazing native plants, like this canopy of tree ferns.
At Lochmara Lodge, you can take part in the daily feeding of many animals which are part of wildlife recovery efforts, including (at the time of my visit) these beautiful Kakarikis.

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Lochmara Lodge

Lochmara Lodge

4 out of 5
Lochmara Bay, Queen Charlotte Sound Lochmara Bay Marlborough
The price is NZ$213 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
NZ$213
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Lochmara Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Lochmara ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (101 reviews)
Magical property with friendly staff and super comfortable rooms.

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Lochmara Lodge
The Boathouse Lodge

The Boathouse Lodge

2 out of 5
9 Auckland St Picton Marlborough
The price is NZ$92 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
NZ$92
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Picton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Picton Foreshore are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (153 reviews)
Friendly staff, nice communal area and good location

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

The Boathouse Lodge
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5 out of 5
Cnr High and Henry Streets Blenheim
The price is NZ$196 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
NZ$196
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Blenheim. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Don’t judge a book by its cover. Impressive from the outside but room very ordinary. Clean and comfortable but kitchen amenities had been stripped out with only a fridge 2 coffee cups 2 wine glasses and 2 water glasses and 1 tea spoon remaining. Seemed expensive for what we got.

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
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Picton Waterfront Apartments

Picton Waterfront Apartments

4 out of 5
3/6 London Quay Picton Marlborough
Stay at this apartment in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Picton War Memorial are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (261 reviews)
Great accommodation in wonderful location

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Picton Waterfront Apartments
Remote Pelorus Sound Kiwi Bach on the Beach with Great Views

Remote Pelorus Sound Kiwi Bach on the Beach with Great Views

Totaranui Marlborough
Stay at this holiday home in Totaranui. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attraction Pelorus Sound is located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (5 reviews)
The bach is nestled among beautiful gardens and the house has a great view down the garden to the sea.

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Remote Pelorus Sound Kiwi Bach on the Beach with Great Views
Relax and Enjoy - Waterfront Bach in Ngakuta Bay

Relax and Enjoy - Waterfront Bach in Ngakuta Bay

Ngakuta Bay Marlborough
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Ngakuta Bay. Enjoy laundry facilities, a pool table and patios. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Kaipupu ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (122 reviews)
Lovely spot to holiday

Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025

Relax and Enjoy - Waterfront Bach in Ngakuta Bay
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Popular places to visit

Lochmara Lodge Marlborough Sounds Wildlife Recovery Centre

4.5/5(13 reviews)

You can take time to visit Lochmara Lodge Marlborough Sounds Wildlife Recovery Centre during your travels to Lochmara Bay. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Lochmara Lodge Marlborough Sounds Wildlife Recovery Centre

Lochmara Lodge Arts Centre

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Lochmara Lodge Arts Centre in Lochmara Bay. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Lochmara Lodge Arts Centre

Activities

Cougar Line Jetty Arrival Cruise Boat

3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise

NZ$110
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise
Seafood Odyssea Cruise in Marlborough Sounds

Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

NZ$180
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton
Picton Shore Excursion: Queen Charlotte Sounds Cruise

Picton Shore Excursion: Queen Charlotte Sounds Cruise

NZ$85
per adult
Picton Shore Excursion: Queen Charlotte Sounds Cruise
Picton and Marlborough Sounds: Seafood Odyssea Cruise

Depart Picton: Marlborough Sounds Afternoon Seafood Cruise

NZ$189
per adult
Depart Picton: Marlborough Sounds Afternoon Seafood Cruise
Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton

NZ$106
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton
Fun Fully Guided Adventure

Marlborough Sounds Ultimate Cruise

NZ$168
per adult
Marlborough Sounds Ultimate Cruise
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Cities near Lochmara Bay

Cloudy morning in the Marlborouh Sounds.

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