Bird Watching and Dolphin Eco-Tour from Picton

4.8
(54 reviews)

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3 to 4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

This Wildlife and Dolphin tour offers an amazing, fully-guided experience to complete your visit to Marlborough!

You will have the opportunity to see rare seas birds, marine mammals, and endangered land birds. Led by enthusiastic Marine Biologists, you may even catch a glimpse of the King Shag and South Island Saddleback. Search for Dolphins in calm sheltered waters before traveling to Motuara Bird Sanctuary Island.

What's Included

Light refreshments
National Park fees
Professional guide
Live commentary on board
Gratuities
Transportation to/from attractions

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Follow the BLUE line from the Visitor Information Center with the sea on your left until you reach E-Ko Tours - look out for the seal! Check-in 15 minutes prior to departure

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 to 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Enjoy E-Ko Shop with the BEST views in Picton. FREE Wifi, hot drinks available, restrooms. See our custom made Wildlife Display while you wait for the Qualified Guide to give you a briefing before Departure on a Tour.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Predator FREE Wildlife Sanctuary Island with Rowi Kiwi and many other rare birds species. Also where Captain Cook raised the flag and claimed the South Island. E-Ko has 20 Years Guiding experience on this Island, and our Highly trained Guides will inform you and delight you with close encounters of Bird species while you head up to the Lookout. This lookout gives you Spectacular 360 Degree panoramic views. You also have the option to stay at the birdbath only 50m easy walk form the jetty. A magical Island to see.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by E-Ko New Zealand Ltd

Tags

Half-day Tours
Eco Tours
Catamaran Cruises
Water Tours
Excellent Quality
Involves Animals
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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