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Picton : Cruises in the Marlborough Sounds

tika — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 22:01:26 +0000

Good morning. Another day with bright sun, crisp air and the still glass clear waters of the Marlborough Sounds are looking beautifully tempting – an excellent day to skip away. Should you be thinking similarly, a new venture Picton charters and Backpackers Afloat may be the answer for you, as they offer private exclusive boat charters in the Marlborough Sounds, along with their two night Backpackers Cruise. Steve and Rebecca will be delighted to hear from you and answer your inquiries. An excellent way to explore the Queen Charlotte Track, as Backpackers Afloat can also drop you off at Ship’s Cove (the start of the Queen Charlotte Track) where New Zealand’s European discoverer Captain Cook made many visits.

Cruises leave from Picton Town Wharf for Ship’s Cove at 10.15am on Monday’s for the two night Backpackers Cruise.This cruise is available from 4 October 2010.

The vessel M.V. Flightless is an ex Navy Inshore Patrol boat, originally named Moa, which has been converted for your enjoyment.

Alternatively you can charter the entire vessel for a bare boat day rate private boat charter with skipper and one crew member provided or a tailored exclusive boat charter cruise. Catered or non catered, it’s up to you.

Just contact Backpackers Afloat – Picton Charters for more details.

In addition they will be offering Rugby World Cup cruising & accommodation options for central city Viaduct Harbour Auckland so book with them quickly and secure your holiday accommodation now.

Okay I’d best away and do some work… I might have to make do with a walk to Bob’s Bay to get my Marlborough Sounds hit for the day……bon voyage….tika

Marlborough Sounds : Queen Charlotte Track

tika — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 02:45:21 +0000

Combining water transportation & luxury cruising in the spectacular Queen Charlotte Sound Picton based company, Cougarline Water Transport offer a selection of options to enjoy.
One Day Cruise and Walks, Eco cruises, Wedding Cruises, Sounds Delivery Cruises and Resort and Private Jetty Transfers and Charters, so do visit their website to find out more.

Sit back and relax on the Sounds Delivery Cruise, enjoy 80km of beautiful coast line in 3 hours, seeing coves and hidden bays, not seen from the Interisland ferries, whilst Cougarline deliver walkers to the Queen Charlotte Track and freight and fresh supplies to the remote homes and resorts along the Queen Charlotte Sound. Enjoy the skippers commentary on the natural environment and local history.

For more details and information please contact the Cougar Line office:
enquiries@cougarlinecruises.co.nz
+64 3 573 7925 (NZ free calling 0800 50 40 90)

Book now

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Power Boat & Yacht Delivery: Havelock Marlborough Sounds New Zealand and beyond

tika — Sun, 21 Mar 2010 20:27:38 +0000

Well the wind is whipping around the house, the rain is setting in and it feels like autumn has arrived after yesterday’s glorious heat and sunshine. Change is as good as a rest so they say.

Well if you are thinking of holidays and warmer climes and need your power boat or yacht delivered, Havelock based company Pinnacle Pacific are the team for the job. Pinnacle Pacific is committed to providing a high quality delivery service for power and yacht deliveries around New Zealand and the Pacific. They have a small, professional, maritime qualified team with a wide range of skills and experience in deliveries around New Zealand and other countries including Australia, Fiji, Vanuatu and Tahiti. From preparation to delivery, this yacht delivery company are there for you. Check out why you should choose them and contact them.

So just give them a call on 64 (0)3 577 6103 or email ask@pinnaclepacific.co.nz and tell them Tika sent you!