Pelorus Mail Boat

Pelorus Mail Boat

27 Rankers Reviews

20 Face-to-Face

5 Boat Cruises

3 Outer Marlborough Sounds

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Pelorus Mail Boat

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South IslandMarlboroughOuter Marlborough Sounds

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    • Wonderful trip with a great skipper and crew.
    • An absolutely fantastic trip.
    • Excellent trip.
    • Enjoyable trip.
    • Friendly, fascinating tales, comfortable.
    Rating Count Percentage
    10/10 9
    33%
    9/10 6
    22%
    8/10 9
    33%
    7/10 1
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    6/10 1
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    5/10 1
    4%
    4/10 0
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    3/10 0
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  • 5.0/5

    What a wonderful trip Brittany and Nicole were wonderful hosts.

    A trip certainly not to be missed we met awesome residents who live in these places along with their friendly pets pigs goats and dogs scenery to die for. The bonus was to see multiple dolphins alongside the boat

    Reviewed about 2 years ago

    NEW ZEALAND
    kate barton's avatar

    kate barton

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    An absolutely fantastic trip.

    I would recommend doing this day trip to everyone.

    The skipper and his crew were the best.

    Trish

    Reviewed over 2 years ago

    Trish Barber's avatar

    Trish Barber

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    Wonderful trip with a great skipper and crew.

    I recommend this for everyone

    Reviewed over 2 years ago

    Jane Hodgson's avatar

    Jane Hodgson

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    Full day of entertainment through the Charlotte Sound.

    Reviewed over 7 years ago and experienced in January 2017

    NETHERLANDS
    Dina Schurer's avatar

    Dina Schurer

    Customer

  • 4.0/5

    Havelock gateway to the Pelorus Sounds is a must to do.

    Reviewed over 8 years ago and experienced in November 2015

    NEW ZEALAND
    Evie Sel's avatar

    Evie Sel

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    What a wonderful way to see the Marlborough Sounds.

    We had discovered this trip whilst driving through Havelock and thought it would be a good way to see some of the more outlying parts of the Sounds.

    We were not disappointed and fortunately we were blessed with a beautiful

    Jim was great host and his brother was on hand to assist the day we sailed. He was able to provide a most informative commentary during the trip identifying the more interesting aspects that we visible from the boat as well as descriptions of the islolated homesteads who do not have traditional mail deliveries.

    Complimentary tea and cofee is provided during the duratin of the trip and Jim brings round his tin of biscuits periodically.

    The trip takes you out right to the Tasman Sea where you will see seals and if you are lucky blue penguins and dolphins. You will also have the opportunity of seeing up close the mussel beds in the Sounds.

    This is a full day tour and extremely good value for money and we have no reservations in highly recommending this trip to future passengers

    Reviewed over 12 years ago

    UNITED KINGDOM
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    Robinandmaureen

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    xcellent way to get out on the Marlborough Sounds.

    Delivering post to the locals. Full day of sailing 9.30 to 4.30pm. Morning spent delivering the post, afternoon the opportunity is provided to get off the boat and walk.

    Reviewed over 12 years ago and experienced in February 2012

    UNITED KINGDOM
    Duncan Mallison's avatar

    Duncan Mallison

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    A wonderful way to explore the Sound and discover all about the remote communities dotted along its scenic coast.

    Our hosts, owner/skipper, Jim and his co-skipper Penny were truly professional as diligent 'Posties', crew and guides. Thanks!

    Where else in the World would you have dogs, pigs, sheep, hens & people waiting at the end of a jetty waiting for their post???

    A 'must do' when we visit again.

    Reviewed over 10 years ago and experienced in March 2014

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    Alan Graham

    Customer

  • 4.0/5

    Excellent trip.

    Educational and personal. Boat was very crowded with 29 people.

    Reviewed over 10 years ago and experienced in January 2014

    UNITED STATES
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    Greg Fischer

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    Did the Friday cruise on the mail boat to the outer edges of the sound with the ginger Jock Jim and his faithful sidekick Penny who picked us up from Picton.

    The trip was in good weather and there was commentary as we were shown the sights as they did their mail run to the locals. We got to see a pod of dolphins swimming with the boat and feed the pigs that are tame on the jetty as he delivered mail to one of the properties.

    Was a full day and excellent value for money at $128 with free pickup and drop off in Picton. Free tea and coffee were provided.

    Highly recommended as a good day out.

    Reviewed about 11 years ago

    AUSTRALIA
    ozelmer's avatar

    ozelmer

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    What a wonderful trip Brittany and Nicole were wonderful hosts.

    A trip certainly not to be missed we met awesome residents who live in these places along with their friendly pets pigs goats and dogs scenery to die for. The bonus was to see multiple dolphins alongside the boat

    Reviewed about 2 years ago

    NEW ZEALAND
    kate barton's avatar

    kate barton

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    Wonderful trip with a great skipper and crew.

    I recommend this for everyone

    Reviewed over 2 years ago

    Jane Hodgson's avatar

    Jane Hodgson

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    An absolutely fantastic trip.

    I would recommend doing this day trip to everyone.

    The skipper and his crew were the best.

    Trish

    Reviewed over 2 years ago

    Trish Barber's avatar

    Trish Barber

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    Full day of entertainment through the Charlotte Sound.

    Reviewed over 7 years ago and experienced in January 2017

    NETHERLANDS
    Dina Schurer's avatar

    Dina Schurer

    Customer

  • 4.0/5

    Havelock gateway to the Pelorus Sounds is a must to do.

    Reviewed over 8 years ago and experienced in November 2015

    NEW ZEALAND
    Evie Sel's avatar

    Evie Sel

    Customer

  • 3.0/5

    $128 per person is overprices.

    Very friendly skipper who told us a lot of interesting stories.

    Reviewed over 9 years ago and experienced in December 2014

    GERMANY
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    Thomas and Sonja

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    A wonderful way to explore the Sound and discover all about the remote communities dotted along its scenic coast.

    Our hosts, owner/skipper, Jim and his co-skipper Penny were truly professional as diligent 'Posties', crew and guides. Thanks!

    Where else in the World would you have dogs, pigs, sheep, hens & people waiting at the end of a jetty waiting for their post???

    A 'must do' when we visit again.

    Reviewed over 10 years ago and experienced in March 2014

    Alan Graham's avatar

    Alan Graham

    Customer

  • 4.0/5

    Excellent trip.

    Educational and personal. Boat was very crowded with 29 people.

    Reviewed over 10 years ago and experienced in January 2014

    UNITED STATES
    Greg Fischer's avatar

    Greg Fischer

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    Did the Friday cruise on the mail boat to the outer edges of the sound with the ginger Jock Jim and his faithful sidekick Penny who picked us up from Picton.

    The trip was in good weather and there was commentary as we were shown the sights as they did their mail run to the locals. We got to see a pod of dolphins swimming with the boat and feed the pigs that are tame on the jetty as he delivered mail to one of the properties.

    Was a full day and excellent value for money at $128 with free pickup and drop off in Picton. Free tea and coffee were provided.

    Highly recommended as a good day out.

    Reviewed about 11 years ago

    AUSTRALIA
    ozelmer's avatar

    ozelmer

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    xcellent way to get out on the Marlborough Sounds.

    Delivering post to the locals. Full day of sailing 9.30 to 4.30pm. Morning spent delivering the post, afternoon the opportunity is provided to get off the boat and walk.

    Reviewed over 12 years ago and experienced in February 2012

    UNITED KINGDOM
    Duncan Mallison's avatar

    Duncan Mallison

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    What a wonderful way to see the Marlborough Sounds.

    We had discovered this trip whilst driving through Havelock and thought it would be a good way to see some of the more outlying parts of the Sounds.

    We were not disappointed and fortunately we were blessed with a beautiful

    Jim was great host and his brother was on hand to assist the day we sailed. He was able to provide a most informative commentary during the trip identifying the more interesting aspects that we visible from the boat as well as descriptions of the islolated homesteads who do not have traditional mail deliveries.

    Complimentary tea and cofee is provided during the duratin of the trip and Jim brings round his tin of biscuits periodically.

    The trip takes you out right to the Tasman Sea where you will see seals and if you are lucky blue penguins and dolphins. You will also have the opportunity of seeing up close the mussel beds in the Sounds.

    This is a full day tour and extremely good value for money and we have no reservations in highly recommending this trip to future passengers

    Reviewed over 12 years ago

    UNITED KINGDOM
    Robinandmaureen's avatar

    Robinandmaureen

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    We had a great day on the Pelorus Mail Boat.

    Jim, the skipper was very friendly and provided and informative natural history and historical background to the Sounds and their inhabitants. We thoroughly enjoyed this trip, the scenery was spectacular and it was a treat to be able to chat to the locals about their lives. I'd recommend this trip to everyone.

    Reviewed over 12 years ago

    UNITED KINGDOM
    Kylonce's avatar

    Kylonce

    Customer

  • 4.0/5

    Wonderful tour, but too expensive ($128pp) without meal, only tea, but very interesting.

    Reviewed over 12 years ago and experienced in February 2012

    GERMANY
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    Seraphim Karin

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    Friendly, fascinating tales, comfortable.

    Reviewed over 12 years ago

    UNITED KINGDOM
    Jennifer's avatar

    Jennifer

    Customer

  • 4.0/5

    Interesting day.

    Great scenery, good information by crew. Seating cramped and if vessel fully booked, would have been inadequate.

    Reviewed about 13 years ago and experienced in March 2011

    AUSTRALIA
    Jill's avatar

    Jill

    Customer

  • 2.5/5

    Seemed on reflection rather expensive and boat would be crowded in high season.

    Reviewed over 13 years ago

    UNITED KINGDOM
    Sue Croft's avatar

    Sue Croft

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    Excellent.

    Reviewed over 13 years ago

    GERMANY
    Schweisshelm's avatar

    Schweisshelm

    Customer

  • 4.0/5

    Perhaps 2 hours too long.

    Reviewed over 13 years ago

    GERMANY
    Seifert's avatar

    Seifert

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    Mail boat trip around islands in Queen Charlotte Sound.

    Reviewed about 14 years ago and experienced in May 2010

    UNITED KINGDOM
    Lomas's avatar

    Lomas

    Customer

  • 4.0/5

    We paid $120 each for a 7.5 hour tour on a large launch delivering mail + stores to 45 families who live in the Sounds.

    Free tea & coffee. Very informative tour. Maybe a little expensive but quite unique. you can take this tour from Havelock or Picton. A free bus will pick you up in Picton and deliver you to Havelock where the tour leaves from and will take you back to Picton when the tour is finished.

    Reviewed over 14 years ago

    NEW ZEALAND
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    Betty le Brech

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    Enjoyable trip.

    Boat is a bit on the small side.

    Reviewed over 14 years ago

    GERMANY
    wenerz's avatar

    wenerz

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    Excellent - but very long.

    Reviewed over 14 years ago

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    stephenb

    Customer

  • 3.5/5

    Good day on the water with excellent scenery.

    Would have been better with more commentary and more time on island/beach considering the $120 per person.

    Reviewed over 14 years ago

    AUSTRALIA
    nadinef's avatar

    nadinef

    Customer

  • 4.0/5

    Great views.

    Due to a good dollar price for us the price was reasonable.

    Reviewed over 15 years ago

    NETHERLANDS
    Jan's avatar

    Jan

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    We were picked up in Picton, free transport, free coffee, kindly people (and fine weather).

    Reviewed over 15 years ago

    GERMANY
    Annemarie's avatar

    Annemarie

    Customer