Marlborough Sounds

Tranquil reflection, Marlborough Sounds. Photo: Jonathon Birch.

Tranquil reflection, Marlborough Sounds

Nelson/Marlborough region

Map showing location of Nelson/Marlborough region.

The Marlborough Sounds are renowned for their scenic blend of bush-clad hills and tranquil bays.

DOC looks after more than 50 reserves in the area, offering a range of recreation opportunities; swimming, boating, diving, fishing and kayaking on the water, walking, mountain biking and hunting on the land.

Location

The top of the South Island.
Ship Cove is one of New Zealand's most important historic sites .

Features

Read about the Marlborough Sounds' history and natural history.

Walker at Onahau trig, Queen Charlotte Walking Track. Photo: Simon Noble.

Activities in the Marlborough Sounds

Learn about the tracks and walks and other recreation opportunities in the Marlborough Sounds.

Tennyson Inlet as seen from Maud Island, Marlborough Sounds. Photo: Don Merton.

Places to stay

Review your accommodation options in the Marlborough Sounds.

Blue Bridge ferry entering Tory Channel. Photo: Simon Childerhouse.

Plan & prepare

Find out how to get to the Marlborough Sounds and how to plan for a safe visit.

Highlights:

Long Island as seen from Motuara Island, Queen Charlotte Sound.

Long Island - Kokomohua Marine Reserve

Accessible only by boat, Long Island - Kokomohua Marine Reserve offers visitors the chance to explore an environment typical of the Marlborough Sounds.

Maud Island. Photo: Don Merton.

Maud Island/Te Hoiere Scientific Reserve

Maud Island in the Marlborough Sounds is a predator-free scientific reserve which is a sanctuary for rare and endemic native species. Visits are by permission only.

 
 

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Weather

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Maps

Parkmaps are detailed maps for those visiting and using New Zealand's national parks and other conservation land. They are available from DOC visitor centres.

Information

Stop the spread of didymo

Check, Clean, Dry all items before entering, and when moving between, waterways.

Safety

Safety information

Always contact the nearest visitor centre for the latest information about facilities and conditions.

Contact
Nelson Regional Visitor Centre
Phone:      +64 3 546 9339
Address:   Millers Acre/Taha o te Awa
79 Trafalgar Street
Nelson 7010
Email:   nelsonvc@doc.govt.nz
Full office details

 

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