Cruise and Explore Lochmara

Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and discover the idyllic beauty of the Marlborough Sound’s stunning Lochmara Lodge.

Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and discover the idyllic beauty of the Marlborough Sound’s stunning Lochmara Lodge.

Highlights

  • Cruise from Picton to Lochmara
  • Explore, discover & play as you please!
  • Use of Kayaks & SUP's included
  • Set on 11 acres with bush trails throughout
  • See the Kakariki parakeets, Eels, Kunekune Pigs and Stingrays being fed!

This breathtaking destination truly has it all! Lochmara boasts stunning walking tracks among native New Zealand Flora & Fauna, an art gallery, café, accommodation and is a haven for wildlife!

We begin your outing with a relaxing cruise from Picton across the calm clear waters of the Queen Charlotte Sound. Keep your eyes peeled for marine life and sea birds – we often spot Dolphins and little blue penguins en route!

Once you've arrived at Lochmara, you’ll be free to spend your time around the property as you please!

There is plenty to do including native bush trails with interpretation panels on the native flora and fauna, an arts shop, free use of kayaks & Stand-up paddleboards, a safe swimming beach, and a café overlooking the water for the perfect place for a drink and bite to eat. There is even a 3.5kms track to the Queen Charlotte Track.

You will also have the opportunity to see the native Kakariki Parakeets, Eels, Kunekune Pigs and Stingrays being fed!

A fantastic day escape and a brilliant way to see this amazing location at your own pace.

 

Add on Activity - Underwater Observatory

Get up close and personal to the Marlborough Sounds marine life! Our 40 minute fully guided Underwater Observatory tour is an absolute must-do activity when visiting Lochmara and includes stingray feeding and seaside touch tank. “See below the sea without getting wet.”

$20 per Adult and $10 per child – Bookme special SAVE 10%, simply add tickets as you proceed through the checkout.

Adult $60.00
Child $30.00 (up to 15 years of age)

What's included

  • Cruise to Lochmara Bay
  • Use of Kayaks & SUP's
  • See Kakariki parakeets, Eels and Kunekune Pigs being fed

Location

  • Reporting time is 15 minutes before the trip, directly to the Lochmara booking office on the Picton waterfront. Corner of Wellington Street and London Quay.

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Notes

  • Departure from Lochmara at 2.45pm or 5.00pm. (4pm off peak)
  • Kids under 5 are FREE of Charge

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Booking

10:00 a.m.Thursday 13 July

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