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A resort with outdoor seating, a pool, and a view of the ocean. 1
A carved wooden statue with a serene expression, set against a backdrop of dense green foliage. 2
Three yellow kayaks on a sandy beach with calm water and boats in the background. 3
A lush green landscape with ferns and a clear blue lake surrounded by hills. 4
A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with a view of the sea and hills, and artwork on the walls. 5
By Lochmara Lodge

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Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$95 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Spend the day or a few hours at Lochmara in the Queen Charlotte Sound. Enjoy a 20 minute cruise over to Lochmara and choose from an array of activities, including a self guided walk around our 11 acre property with interpretation panels on the native flora and fauna, for those fit walkers we have a 3.5 km access track to the Queen Charlotte track, participate in the daily hand-feeding on animals including the Kakariki (native parakeet) and join a guided tour (additional fee applies) of the “Underwater Observatory - see below the sea without getting wet” The only one of its kind in the top of the South Island.

Activity location

  • Lochmara Marlborough Sounds
    • Lochmara Bay, Marlborough Sounds
    • 7201, Picton, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Lochmara booking office
    • 4 London Quay
    • 7220, Picton, Marlborough, New Zealand

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    20 Minutes Cruise. Free use of Kayaks and paddle boards. Nature walks
  • Exclusions
    Lunch
  • Exclusions
    Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Exclusions
    Drinks

Know before you book

    • Service animals allowed
    • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Activity itinerary

Lochmara Marlborough Sounds

  • 5h
  • Admission ticket included
Lochmara breed the Red Crowned Kakariki for educational purposes in conjunction with DOC and Yellow Crown Kakariki for release. We want to help ensure we have these beautiful species for future generations to enjoy. Visitors can join our educational walking tour in the afternoon for the feeding of the Kunu kune pigs, Arapawa goats, native eels and the Red crown kakariki at a set time in the afternoon or explore our 11 acres on a self guided tour with a map provided. Visitors may also enjoy lunch at our cafe or spend time kayaking and paddle boarding.

Location

Activity location

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    Lochmara Marlborough Sounds
    • Lochmara Bay, Marlborough Sounds
    • 7201, Picton, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Lochmara booking office
    • 4 London Quay
    • 7220, Picton, Marlborough, New Zealand

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