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Water Transport
Get Off the Main Drag and Into the Sounds
The best water transport in Marlborough isn't the big ferry, it's the stuff that gets you into the quieter parts of the Sounds. My pick is the Pelorus Sound Mail Run Cruise from Havelock - departing from Havelock instead of Picton means far less boat traffic, no big ferries sharing the water, and a coastline that's just as good. Genuinely idyllic on a nice day. Use promo code RANKERS to save 10% on the cruise - worth knowing about.
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Picton Has Its Own Options
If you're based in Picton, there are water taxis running daily into Queen Charlotte Sound - handy for accessing the walking tracks without backtracking. The mail boat cruise out of Picton is well regarded and a solid way to see the inner sounds, promo code RANKERS gets you 10% off there too. A few operators also do drop-offs for hikers and mountain bikers along the Queen Charlotte Track, which is a good way to do a one-way walk without hassle.
Water Transport in Marlborough
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Water Taxis