Waikawa Bay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Picton and Marina Panorama in Early Morning, Summer.

Picton Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Picton with a trip to Picton Ferry Terminal. You'll find more to see and do in this walkable area.

Picton Ferry Terminal
Edwin Fox Museum featuring mountains, aircraft and a bay or harbour

Edwin Fox Museum

Explore the ship that has sailed through the major stages of the Commonwealth’s global history, from the East Indies to the West and finally all the way south to Picton.

Edwin Fox Museum
Picton featuring a sunset, a bay or harbour and sailing

Picton Foreshore

Explore the great outdoors at Picton Foreshore, a lovely green space in Picton. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.

Picton Foreshore
Picton War Memorial which includes heritage architecture and a sunset

Picton War Memorial

Pay your respects to Picton’s fallen servicemen at this moving war memorial that overlooks Queen Charlotte Sound.

Picton War Memorial

Waikawa Marina

Explore the waterfront in Picton with a trip to Waikawa Marina. Discover the cafes in this walkable area or seek out the sailing opportunities.

Waikawa Marina

Nelson Square

You can learn about the history of Picton with a visit to Nelson Square. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.

Nelson Square

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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Our pick of the best Waikawa Bay Hotel Deals

Waikawa Bay Holiday Park

Waikawa Bay Holiday Park

2.5 out of 5
5 Waimarama Street Picton
The price is NZ$180 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
NZ$180
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday park in Picton. Enjoy free parking, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Waikawa Marina are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (161 reviews)
The room was spotless as were all the ammenities. Very welcoming staff.

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Waikawa Bay Holiday Park
Tirohanga Wai - Waikawa Holiday Home

Tirohanga Wai - Waikawa Holiday Home

Waikawa Marlborough
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Picton. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (9 reviews)
Great place to stay, so comfortable and great for extended family. Highly recommend.

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

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Tirohanga Wai - Waikawa Holiday Home
The Boathouse Lodge

The Boathouse Lodge

2 out of 5
9 Auckland St Picton Marlborough
The price is NZ$92 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
NZ$92
6 Mar - 7 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$175 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
NZ$175
29 Mar - 30 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! (1,001 reviews)
Room almost new and very clean. Helpful staff and good dinner

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

4 out of 5
32 High Street (Main Street) Picton
The price is NZ$172 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
NZ$172
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Picton ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (966 reviews)
Great staff and location

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel
Picton Beachcomber Inn

Picton Beachcomber Inn

3 out of 5
27 Waikawa Road Picton
The price is NZ$221 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
NZ$221
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Picton ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,028 reviews)
Very convenient for ferry port and railway station. Clean. Friendly staff.

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Picton Beachcomber Inn
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Waikawa

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