Marlborough Sounds Day Visit to Lochmara

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5 to 8 hours (approximately)

Spend the day or a few hours at Lochmara in the Queen Charlotte Sound. Enjoy a 20 minute cruise over to Lochmara and choose from an array of activities, including a self guided walk around our 11 acre property with interpretation panels on the native flora and fauna, for those fit walkers we have a 3.5 km access track to the Queen Charlotte track, participate in the daily hand-feeding on animals including the Kakariki (native parakeet) and join a guided tour (additional fee applies) of the "Underwater Observatory - see below the sea without getting wet" The only one of its kind in the top of the South Island.

What's Included

20 Minutes Cruise. Free use of Kayaks and paddle boards. Nature walks
Lunch
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Drinks

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please report to the office 30 minutes prior to departure, next to the coat hanger bridge, Wellington Street.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 to 8 hours (approximately)
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    Lochmara breed the Red Crowned Kakariki for educational purposes in conjunction with DOC and Yellow Crown Kakariki for release. We want to help ensure we have these beautiful species for future generations to enjoy. Visitors can join our educational walking tour in the afternoon for the feeding of the Kunu kune pigs, Arapawa goats, native eels and the Red crown kakariki at a set time in the afternoon or explore our 11 acres on a self guided tour with a map provided. Visitors may also enjoy lunch at our cafe or spend time kayaking and paddle boarding.

    5 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Supplied by Lochmara Lodge

Tags

Nature and Wildlife Tours
Walking Tours
Water Tours
Nature Walks
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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