Guided Kayak, Boat Cruise Combo

Picton Morning Guided Kayak with Afternoon Boat Cruise Tour

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from $152.43 per person

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Duration: 8 hours
Meeting point: London Quay
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Meal: Meal included
Run by: Wilderness Guides

Overview

This Wilderness Guides day combines two ways of seeing the Marlborough Sounds: a guided kayak session in the morning and a boat cruise in the afternoon, all in one eight-hour outing from Picton. You meet at the operator's base on the Picton waterfront at the corner of London Quay and Wellington Street, checking in with staff in the office from 08:15 before the day begins. The whole trip starts and finishes at that same spot, so there is no separate end point to plan around.

A local guide leads the kayaking and all the necessary equipment is supplied, including a roll-and-clip drybag sized for a small camera or phone. The afternoon cruise carries live commentary on board, and the day also includes a food tasting. Taxes and fees are covered in the booking price, though food and drinks beyond what is specified are not, so budget for a proper lunch or snacks if the tasting will not carry you through.

It suits most travellers, including children accompanied by an adult, and caps participation at 24 people with a minimum of six needed to run. It is not wheelchair accessible. If swimming is on the cards, the operator asks that you review and acknowledge its swimming waiver on its website beforehand.

From$152.43 per person

Duration8 hours

What's Included

Included

Local guide
All necessary equipment provided inc. roll&clip drybag for small camera or phone
Food tasting
Live commentary on board cruise
All fees and taxes

Not Included

Food and drinks, unless specified

Run byWilderness Guides

Itinerary

Meet on Picton waterfrontCheck in from 08:15 at Wilderness Guides, corner of London Quay and Wellington Street, Picton. Make yourself known to staff in the office.
Morning guided kayakA local guide leads the kayaking session with all necessary equipment provided, including a drybag for a small camera or phone.
Cruise past Marlborough SoundsThe boat route passes through the Marlborough Sounds, with live commentary on board pointing out the surroundings.
Afternoon boat cruiseContinue the cruise with commentary and an included food tasting along the way.
Pass by PictonThe route passes Picton before the boat returns to shore.
Return to meeting pointThe activity ends back at the Wilderness Guides base on the waterfront. Total duration is 8 hours.

CommentaryIncluded

GuideIncluded

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points to help you prepare for a full day on the water.

Meeting point. The tour starts and ends at Wilderness Guides on the Picton waterfront, at the corner of London Quay and Wellington Street. Check in at the office from 08:15 and let staff know you have arrived. Pickup is not stated, so check with the operator before booking if you need a transfer.
What is provided. All necessary kayaking equipment is provided, including a roll-and-clip drybag sized for a small camera or phone. A local guide, live cruise commentary, a food tasting and all fees and taxes are also covered. Food and drinks beyond what is specified are not included.
Group size and pace. The tour runs with a maximum of 24 travellers and needs at least six to go ahead. A local guide accompanies the group throughout, and most travellers are able to take part.
Children and infants. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and infants must sit on laps. Families can join, but the full eight-hour span is worth considering with younger kids in tow.

Where this tour sits among 3 tours in Private Charters And Shore Excursions listed here (from-price per person, USD)

Budget Water Taxi, Kaipupu$24.73
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Guided Kayak, Boat Cruise Combo (this tour)$152.43

Weather and swimming. The experience requires good weather. If it is cancelled for poor conditions you will be offered a different date or a full refund. Anyone planning to swim should review and acknowledge the operator's swimming waiver on its website before the activity.
Getting there. The meeting point is near public transportation. The building is well sign-written on the waterfront, so it is easy to spot.

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Common issues. The tour needs a minimum of six travellers to run, so low bookings can mean cancellation, though in that case you are offered a different date or experience or a full refund. It is not wheelchair accessible. Weather can also force a cancellation, with the same rebooking or refund options. Food and drinks outside the specified tasting are an extra cost, and the eight-hour commitment plus an 08:15 start makes for a long day.

Common Questions

Where Does The Tour Start And Is There Pickup?

Everyone meets at Wilderness Guides on the Picton waterfront, corner of London Quay and Wellington Street, from 08:15, and the day ends back at the same spot. Pickup is not stated, so check with the operator before booking if this matters to you.

What Is Included In The Price?

A local guide, all necessary kayaking equipment including a drybag for a small camera or phone, a food tasting, live commentary on the cruise, and all fees and taxes. Food and drinks beyond what is specified are not included.

How Long Is The Tour?

The full experience runs 8 hours, starting with check-in at 08:15 and finishing back at the waterfront meeting point.

Is It Suitable For Children Or People With Limited Mobility?

Children can join if accompanied by an adult, and infants must sit on laps. Most travellers can participate in this tour, though it is not wheelchair accessible.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

Cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window no refund is given and changes are not accepted. Weather cancellations or failure to reach the minimum of six travellers come with an offer of a different date, a different experience, or a full refund.

Do I Need To Do Anything Before The Tour?

You will receive confirmation at the time of booking. If you plan to swim, review and acknowledge the operator's swimming waiver on its website before taking part.