Charters

FAQs

• I’m organising a group tour in the Pelorus Sound and need water transport. Can you help?

  Yes we can. Our 15-metre catamaran can accommodate up to 99 passengers. Please see our Charters page for more information, or contact us directly.

• What’s it like to do a cruise in winter?

  Autumn and winter weather in the Marlborough Sounds can be some of the best of the year, with glassy calm water conditions and more marine life including dolphins. Just bring an extra layer or two and a woolly hat, and you’ll enjoy some spectacular light and colours.

• What wildlife are we likely to see?

  We see all sorts of wildlife and every day is different. The weather, tide, time of year and luck all play a part in what we see.

  We regularly come across little blue penguins, white-fronted terns, fluttering shearwaters, rare king shags, spotted shags and pied shags. We may also see New Zealand fur seals, stingrays and dusky dolphins, common dolphins and bottle nose dolphins, along with very occasional sightings of orca.

  An eclectic range of residents' pets also come out to meet us at the jetties – from dogs to chickens, kunekune pigs, ostriches, goats and even llamas.

• Are there toilets on board?

  Yes - there are two toilets onboard.

• Do you have wheelchair access?

  We do have partial wheelchair access. Some mobility is required and we appreciate prior notice. We can take a maximum of two wheelchairs per cruise. 

• Are your cruises suitable for families?

  Definitely. Our cruises are safe and fun for all ages, and children aged 4 and under travel free. Passengers are advised to always follow the instructions of the skipper and crew.