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Marlborough Sounds Greenshell Mussel Tasting Cruise
Badge of ExcellencePicton, New Zealand
- 3 hours
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Pair superb views of New Zealand’s Marlborough Sounds with a glass of the area’s famous Sauvignon Blanc and a bowl of freshly-steamed Greenshell Mussels on this sightseeing cruise. Cruise aboard a high-end luxury launch featuring both indoor and outdoor viewing areas. Soak up the scenery of Queen Charlotte Sound and visit a local mussel farm.
- Feast on locally-grown Greenshell Mussels and Sauvignon Blanc
- Visit a local mussel farm to get a sense of how your food was raised
- Perfect combination of sightseeing cruise and food tasting with local products
- A small group means a more intimate cruising experience
What's Included
- Food tasting
- Wine tasting
- Live commentary on board
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Seafood Odyssea CruiseTown Wharf 6 Picton Marina, Picton 7220, New Zealand
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.What To Expect
Head to Picton in the afternoon for the start of your cruise. You’ll climb aboard your vessel which will guide you through your sightseeing trip in this visually-striking coastal region.
You’ll spend the day cruising on a catamaran with both indoor and outdoor viewing areas that will guide you through the Marlborough Sounds. As you enjoy views of the winding coastline, dig into a bowl of freshly-steamed Greenshell Mussels accompanied by a glass of local Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. The fact you’re eating food grown right in this picturesque area will add to your enjoyment.
As you continue your boat trip, you’ll have the chance to stop by a local mussel farm and experience how these bivalves are grown in the sounds’ nutrient-rich waters. You’ll also enjoy live commentary while you cruise.
For those who want to keep the fun going during the ride, additional beverages beyond the first glass of wine are available for purchase, including local wines, juice, beer, and bottled water. An array of light snacks is also available if you’re still feeling hungry.
You’ll return to Picton at the conclusion of your cruising trip.
You’ll spend the day cruising on a catamaran with both indoor and outdoor viewing areas that will guide you through the Marlborough Sounds. As you enjoy views of the winding coastline, dig into a bowl of freshly-steamed Greenshell Mussels accompanied by a glass of local Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. The fact you’re eating food grown right in this picturesque area will add to your enjoyment.
As you continue your boat trip, you’ll have the chance to stop by a local mussel farm and experience how these bivalves are grown in the sounds’ nutrient-rich waters. You’ll also enjoy live commentary while you cruise.
For those who want to keep the fun going during the ride, additional beverages beyond the first glass of wine are available for purchase, including local wines, juice, beer, and bottled water. An array of light snacks is also available if you’re still feeling hungry.
You’ll return to Picton at the conclusion of your cruising trip.
Picton
3 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Minimum of two people
- Most travelers can participate
- 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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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John_B
A little confused at first because there were two boats, but we finally boarded and the scenery was beautiful. Could not hear the commentary because of speaker issues, but we enjoyed the ride out. The mussel farm was interesting, and once they started serving the amazing mussels (which never seemed to stop coming) we all had a great time. Add grilled salmon, calm waters, beautiful scenery and what’s not to love!
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33 reviews
Chiew_S, Apr 2024
Wonderful leisure cruise trip. But the Mussels nailed the memories. I simply can't have enough !!!! The crew onboard also served some killer salmon. The tour totally exceeded our expectation.
Nicholle_T, Mar 2024
The mussels - I have never tasted such fresh, tender mussels. And the size! And not to forget the cruise itself, it was amazing Thank you for the wonderful experience Nick & crew!
Mark_G, Mar 2024
Wonderful experience! Mussels and salmon was delicious, lovely wine to sip on while enjoying the beautiful views and the staff were so friendly and informative. Highly recommend this tour. Thank you.
SUSAN_W, Feb 2024
Seeing the mussel farm and of course eating the mussels. There were about 10 too many people on board. Crowded
John_B, Feb 2024
A little confused at first because there were two boats, but we finally boarded and the scenery was beautiful. Could not hear the commentary because of speaker issues, but we enjoyed the ride out. The mussel farm was interesting, and once they started serving the amazing mussels (which never seemed to stop coming) we all had a great time. Add grilled salmon, calm waters, beautiful scenery and what’s not to love!
James_M, Feb 2024
Excellent scenery, food and staff. Gorgeous day too.
It was difficult to hear the captain if sitting outside the main cabin
Wendy_M, Jan 2024
The cruise was excellent very informative captain and the staff were professional and friendly. Food was excellent thoroughly enjoyed the whole trip.
Frances_M, Jan 2024
sharing travel experiences with fellow guests. Enjoying the sights of beautiful Marlborough. Wonderful hosts on the Oydessa. Amazing mussels and salmon and wine provided!
Marea_D, Mar 2020
Well worthwhile. Interesting commentary about sound & mussel growing also very tasty feed of same with a glass of local white wine.
Gerry_N, Feb 2018
The cruise and staff were excellent. The tasting was very good. Only one glass of wine was included, a bit more would have been appreciated.
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