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Self-Guided Queen Charlotte Track Walk from Picton

4.7(74)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 74 reviews7 hFree cancellationBy Beachcomber Cruises
Walking the Queen Charlotte Track

About this activity

Explore the Marlborough Sounds on foot with one of the popular self-guided walks on the Queen Charlotte Track. Choose from three walks of varying length and challenge, with options that may include Ship Cove, Endeavor Inlet or Torea Bay. Round-trip boat service takes you to the start of your route and picks you up at the end. The day hikes offer a great way to experience the natural beauty of the Queen Charlotte Track within a shorter time frame.

Please note that the return times to Picton and pick up times are on a set schedule, you will not return to Picton until between 5:30pm-6:00pm. Please advise us if you are visiting with a Cruise Ship as our boat timings may not get you back in time for the ships departure from Port.

What's included

  • ✓Commentary on board

Not included

  • ✕Food and drinks (available to purchase on the track)
  • ✕Guide
  • ✕Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • ✕Keep Cups for $6, Available to purchase in the office

Meeting and pickup

  • Please meet us at the Beachcomber Cruises Office on the waterfront - the Corner of Wellington Street and London Quay, we are a glass building with Blue Signage.

Good to know

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Guests are welcome to bring their own food and drinks to consume on board
  • Closed-toe walking shoes suitable for walking are recommended
  • Not accessible for motorized wheelchairs
  • We are not able to pick up / drop off at the Cruise Ship Terminal - you must make your way to our booking office
  • Please note that day walk departure and pick up times are at a set schedule and returns at 5:30pm
  • Not suitable for guests visiting by cruise ship due to timings conflicts
  • You must have a good level of fitness to achieve the walks in the allotted time
  • This tour has a minimum number requirement and may be cancelled if we do not reach this capacity

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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