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E-Ko Wildlife Tour - Picton

Highlights

Beautiful afternoon boat cruise of the Queen Charlotte Sound
Abundant marine wildlife viewings of Dolphins, seabirds and much more
Take a nature walk on historic Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary
Returning to Picton for stunning scenery and views along the way

This scenic boat cruise takes guests out for a stunning afternoon tour of the Queen Charlotte Sound.

The cruise lasts 4 hours and provides guests with the chance of viewing 5 different dolphin species and many rare and wonderful sea birds.

It also includes a fully guided bush walk on historic Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary before returning to Picton.

Cruise calm sheltered waters of the Queen Charlotte Sound

Exclusive no Seasickness guarantee

Experienced captains with fun and informative commentary

Personalised small fully guided group tour (1-15 ratio)

Onboard binoculars for viewing wildlife

Amazing photo opportunities so close you only need a phone

Complimentary tea, coffee, hot chocolate and biscuits

Complimentary local wine and mussels on afternoon tour

Kids toys, books and drawing boards

Free high-quality wildlife photos in shop

Bottlenose, Dusky, Hectors Dolphins and Orca

Travel with E-Ko and Support local Conservation efforts

Adult $99.00

Child $55.00

Duration

Allow approximately 4 hours for the whole experience

Location

Look for the Dolphins and Seal outside

Child Friendly

This experience welcomes families with children.

Bad Weather Refunds

If your experience is cancelled by the operator (because of the bad weather, safety concerns, unscheduled maintenance etc) you will be entitled to a full refund.

Notes

Child price applies to ages 5-15 years, under 5's can be added for $30 as you proceed through checkout.

Conditions: Customers must confirm their Booking the Day before departure. Customers must supply contact phone number at a time off Booking. Discounted Fare T/C, No Refunds for Non Dolphin Viewing. 15% Partial Refund for Non Dolphin Swimming. Full Refund if cancelled by E-ko from Bookme. E-ko reserves the right to cancel any time up to 30 minutes before Departure. Must show proof of Bookme Booking at Check-in.

Subject to minimum numbers to Operate.

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E-Ko Wildlife Tour - Picton

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Katrien Vermeulen from Belgium wrote on 11 December 2018

Awesome

Amazing tour, with an excellent guide. And the kiwi's were a plus.

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garethm4 from New Zealand wrote on 21 October 2018

Nature cruise

Very friendly and knowledgeable crew.

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ablurtont from New Zealand wrote on 27 December 2017

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Fantastic.

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Ray Hayes from New Zealand wrote on 18 March 2014

Bird lovers trip

The trip was ok. More geared towards bird lovers than I expected. Staff were very pleasant.

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Jo & Fran from New Zealand wrote on 05 January 2014

Eco Nature tour for all

Fantastic tour - just what we wanted and more than expected! Was a great birthday gift and really enjoyable. Brilliant and informative staff and crew. Catered well for all on cruise, young and old. Highly recommended

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