2 hour Dolphin Viewing Eco-Tour from Picton | 1 hour to 2 hours

29 Reviews | Picton
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2 hour Dolphin Viewing Eco-Tour from Picton
2 Adults x $86.96
$173.92
Approx Total
$173.92

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Professional guide
  • Beverages
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Overview

Enjoy some of the majestic dolphins that visit the sheltered waters of the scenic Marlborough Sounds. Degree qualified guides will be there to ensure you (and the dolphins) have an enjoyable and safe experience. Whether you see a school of dolphins leisurely cruising along or marvel at their high leaps, back-flips and somersaults during social bouts, dolphins are a magnificent sight! Our Department of Conservation permits allows us to seek out and interact with all species of marine mammals that live in the Sounds.

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Itinerary

  • Marlborough Sounds (Pass By)

    Dolphin Watching in the Calm sheltered water of the Marlborough Sounds. No Seasickness guaranteed

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Free Cancellation

June 11100% refund
June 12No refund

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  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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29 reviews

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Showing 1-5 of 22 reviews with 5 stars

Couldn't recommend more!!!

Published on Nov, 2024

It was a surprise bday gift - and an incredible one! We were originally sscheduled to cruise in the afternoon but bc it want sure to depart they reached out and we did the morning one instead. 1st of all, the Marlborough sound is absolutely stunning, and we had very calm water : it allowed us to see 2 of the endemic dolphins species present there : the dusky dolphins (they jumped out of the water for us!) and almost 10 Hector's dolphins they came very close, even swan under the boat! Those were fantastic encounters, + we got to see seals, blue penguins and a lot of very cool birds ! Very small boat with very few ppl, which made it all the more enjoyable. Overall fantastic experience, and shout out to Hanna and captain who shared all of their knowledge with us and we're very helpful.

Incredible!

Published on Jan, 2024

That was one of the most beautiful days in my life and we got to see so many awesome things. The Tourguide WILL (not the skipper) was so cool and nice, i would go with him again any time!

Great afternoon on the water

Published on Nov, 2023

Nice day out on the water with Alice and Andy. Got a little rough the further we went out but they changed tour itinerary to make sure we were comfortable and not sea sick. Saw Hector dolphins up close to the boat. Curious little creat with a baby Dolphin in tow

Amazing marine mammals and service

Published on Jul, 2023

We originally booked a half day wildlife and dolphin tour, but couldn't do this, as minimum booking numbers were not reached. Communication from the company was good and they offered us a dolphin swim, which we weren't keen on in winter. In the end, we went on a shorter dolphin watch cruise. There were just 3 of us on board and the staff were all excited to join us. We saw a couple of dolphins in the distance almost immediately, but continued to join a pod in one of the bays. We were able to watch the dolphins feed, then play and swim around the boat. We were privileged to watch Dusky Dolphins and critically endangered Hector's Dolphins as well as New Zealand Fur Seals up very close. We stayed with the dolphins for an hour (maximum time allowed) before heading to a King Shag colony on the way back to Port. It was amazing to see so many marine mammals so close and to interact with them for such a long period of time. I usually get sea sick, but was fine in the calm waters on this 2 hour cruise. I highly recommend this company.

Spectacular Wildlife Cruise

Published on Apr, 2023

We chose to go on the E-Ko Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary & Dolphin watching Tour after speaking with the very friendly & informative Nicky at reception. Fortunately it was blue skies & sunshine for our afternoon cruise ☀️ Captain Paul guided us through the picturesque Marlborough Sounds to Motuara Island. We saw a variety of bird life (cormorants, shearwaters, penguins) & dolphins playing along the journey. Seeing the bottlenose & hector dolphins were spectacular & such a highlight for us to see. We walked with our wonderful guide Alice up to the Motuara Island lookout where there were spectacular views of the Tasman & ship cove. Thank you Alice & Paul for sharing your knowledge. It was a very informative & most enjoyable afternoon we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.

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