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Marlborough Sounds Greenshell Mussel Tasting Cruise | 3 hours

37 Reviews | Picton
From $81.14 per person Lowest Price Guarantee
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Marlborough Sounds Greenshell Mussel Tasting Cruise
2 Adults x $90.47
$180.94
Approx Total
$180.94

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Local taxes
  • Live commentary on board
  • Food tasting
  • Food and drinks, unless specified

Overview

Enjoy the natural beauty of the Marlborough Sounds, at the top of New Zealand's South Island, with this indulgent Greenshell Mussel Cruise. On the cruise you'll sample local seafood such as salmon, and Greenshell mussels. Relax and unwind while you cruise the tranquil Queen Charlotte Sound aboard our luxury vessel on this half-day tour, departing Picton. Learn about local history, pass by a mussel farm and take in the stunning scenery. This tour requires a minimum of 6 guests to proceed. In the event the minimum is not reached, travelers will be offered an alternative cruise date.

Meeting points

Our vessels are docked at Picton Town wharf 6. This is at the east end of the Picton waterfront, near the private vessel marina. There is a carpark nearby. OR, pop into our Cougar Line Office right on the waterfront - Corner of London Quay and Wellington Street in Picton.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Picton

    The Greenshell Mussel Cruise is a half-day Marlborough Sounds cruise featuring freshly steamed mussels, Salmon and passing by a Mussel Farm, while you cruise the tranquil Queen Charlotte Sound aboard our luxury vessel.

    3 hours

Sample Menu

Additional Info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum of six people
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please check in for this cruise is 15 minutes prior to departure.
  • May not be suitable for cruise ship guests, as the times for this cruise may not align to meet the callback time to the cruise ship. Please confirm your callback time before booking.

Free Cancellation

September 10100% refund
September 11No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • 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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Reviews

4.8

37 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
  • 5 stars
    30
  • 4 stars
    6
  • 3 stars
    1
  • 2 stars
    0
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Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 30 reviews with 5 stars

Amazing day trip

Published on Feb, 2025

The staff of the vessel was outstanding. The mussels were super delicious and gigantic. The view was amazing and very serene. Overall a 10!!!

Great tour not to be missed in Picton.

Published on Feb, 2025

This is a must do tour when visiting Picton. Not only was the boat extremely comfortable it had multiple viewing positions around all areas onboard to see some of the best and, to us, the most beautiful scenery anywhere. The opportunity to eat handfuls of superb and ultra fresh mussels and just cooked salmon was just another added bonus. As Australians, we have never tasted such fresh and delicious mussels as what was provided. Fresh, is obviously the big difference and the flavour profile of fresh mussels is unlike anything else. Terrific commentary, great service, delicious food and sensational views is what you can expect with this tour, and then you will have your expectations exceeded.

Amazing!

Published on Feb, 2025

Amazing boat ride, mussel and salmon tasting and the captain was fabulous! He was so knowledgeable about the area and made recommendations that were on point! Stopped at a few places to take it all in…absolutely lovely afternoon!

Green and Blue great together

Published on Feb, 2025

We love mussels at home...wasn't sure about green mussels..wow! The best I've ever had. The staff were all great..and Captain Fred wad very informative as we sailed along the water to see such beautiful scenery. When we stopped for lunch green mussels and salmon, the captain prepared the salmon..it was all delicious! Blue skies and blue water went well with the green mussels ( and a glass of wine) a wonderful experience.

Glorious day on the water

Published on Nov, 2024

Loved the whole experience especially the tasting and the great staff were friendly and looked after us.

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