Top Picton Kayaking Tours

Picton is the gateway to the scenic Marlborough Sounds for many, whether your cruise ship is in port or you’ve just arrived off the Interislander from Wellington. This half-day kayak tour is a great way for even the most time-pressed traveler to experience the bays, beaches and bush-lined coasts of the region. Head out in the morning or afternoon in your sea kayak with a guide to show you around so you don’t get lost.

See the exquisite Marlborough Sounds from the water during a full-day adventure by sea kayak. Depart from the Picton waterfront and prepare to be wowed as you paddle past secluded coves along the western end of Queen Charlotte Sound. Your knowledgeable guide points out marine life such as eagles rays, cormorants, little blue penguins, New Zealand fur seals and more. Stop at a sheltered beach for a delicious lunch with locally sourced ingredients. Numbers are limited to ensure a small-group experience.

Spend your day sea kayaking around Queen Charlotte Sound on a guided excursion from Picton. Paddle across the harbor and stop for morning tea at a remote beach, then continue into the Grove Arm of the sound and enjoy lunch in a tranquil bay. Keep an eye out for cormorants and other wildlife as you listen to expert commentary about the Marlborough Sounds from the guide.