Why choose this tour ?

Explore the Marlborough Sounds on foot with one of the popular self-guided walks on the Queen Charlotte Track. Choose from three walks of varying length and challenge, with options that may include Ship Cove, Endeavor Inlet or Torea Bay. Round-trip boat service takes you to the start of your route and picks you up at the end. The day hikes offer a great way to experience the natural beauty of the Queen Charlotte Track within a shorter time frame. Please note that the return times to Picton and pick up times are on a set schedule, you will not return to Picton until between 5:30pm-6:00pm. Please advise us if you are visiting with a Cruise Ship as our boat timings may not get you back in time for the ships departure from Port.



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Tour Description & Additional Info:

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Guests are welcome to bring their own food and drinks to consume on board
  • Closed-toe walking shoes suitable for walking are recommended
  • Not accessible for motorized wheelchairs
  • We are not able to pick up / drop off at the Cruise Ship Terminal - you must make your way to our booking office
  • Please note that day walk departure and pick up times are at a set schedule and returns at 5:30pm
  • Not suitable for guests visiting by cruise ship due to timings conflicts
  • You must have a good level of fitness to achieve the walks in the allotted time
  • This tour has a minimum number requirement and may be cancelled if we do not reach this capacity


Options To Choose for Your Trip:

  • Top of the World
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    Walk from Torea Bay to Punga Cove. Full-day walk, approximately 15 miles (24km). Departs at 8am from October to April.
  • Lodge to Lodge Walk
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    Walk from Furneaux Lodge to Punga Cave Resort. 7.9 miles (12.7 kms), approximately 3 - 4.5 hours walking time. Departs at 8am from October to April or at 9am from May to September
  • Nature's Best Walk
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    Walk from Ship Cove to Furneaux Lodge. 9 miles (14 kilometers), approximately 5 hours walking time. Departs at 8am from October to April or at 9am from May to September

Self-Guided Queen Charlotte Track Walk from Picton Inclusions:

Included with Your Ticket

  • Commentary on board

Not Included

  • Food and drinks (available to purchase on the track)
  • Guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Keep Cups for $6, Available to purchase in the office

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Special Instructions:

    Please check in to the Beachcomber Cruises booking office 30 minutes prior to your departure time. Please note that this tour departs sharply on schedule at 9:00am

    Please be advised..

  • This Tour is Provided by Beachcomber Cruises.
  • Tour Timezone & Starts at Pacific/Auckland.
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 61 valid reviews on VIATOR.
  • Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
  • Maximum 9 Travelers is accepted for booking.

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