Commercial operators
Transport and activities
Dolphin Watch Ecotours
Experience the best of Marlborough with a 1-day dolphin cruise and Queen Charlotte Track walk combination tour. Dolphin swimming, eco-cruises and Motuara Island bird sanctuary walks also available. London Quay, Picton.
Phone 0800 WILDLIFE
www.queencharlottetrackwalk.com
Cougar Line
Scheduled daily services to the Queen Charlotte Track. Free pack transfers for all walkers and mountain bikers. Operate 364 days. October–April 8.00 am, 10.00 am, 1:30 pm (also 6.00 pm mid December–February 28). May–September 9.00 am, 1:30 pm. Bookings essential.
Phone: 0800 504 090
Email: cougarline@xtra.co.nz
www.queencharlottetrack.co.nz
Endeavour Express
Daily service to all parts of the track for; walkers, mountain bikers, kayakers and holiday makers to their destination with friendly experienced local staff. Camping and mountain bikes are available to hire. See us on the foreshore at Town Wharf, London Quay, Picton.
Phone: +64 3 573 5456
www.boatrides.co.nz
The Kenepuru Store, Portage Bay
Store up all you camping needs. Fishing tackle, fresh food, walkers lunches and nacks. Portage Adventure Centre hire kayaks, bikes, boats, sailing. Open all year
Phone: +64 3 573 4445
Accommodation
Te Mahia Bay Resort
Waterfront apartments and self contained motels. Coffee shop and general store. Easy track access.
Phone: +64 3 573 4089
Email: holiday@temahia.co.nz
www.temahia.co.nz
The Portage Resort Hotel
Rooms with great views, backpacker beds, restaurant, café and bar right on the beach. A wonderful place to stay with staff who care for you. Open all year. Kenepuru Sound, Marlborough, New Zealand R D 2 Picton.
Phone: +64 3 573 4309 or 0800 762 442
Email: enquiries@portage.co.nz
www.portage.co.nz
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Mahana Lodge
Trackwalkers accommodation halfway between Ship Cove and Portage. Relax and revive in peaceful surroundings. Doubles and twins with ensuites. Home cooked meals available. Free kayaks, fishing, glowworms, native birds, safe beach.
Phone: +64 3 579 8373
Email: info@mahanahomestead.com
www.mahanahomestead.com
Mistletoe Bay Eco Village
Environmentally friendly accommodation 10 min walk off Queen Charlotte Track. Camping, eight new chalets, sleep six.
Phone: +64 3 573 4048 or 021 375 444
www.mistletoebay.co.nz
Lochmara Lodge Wildlife Recovery and Arts Centre
Unique and beautiful, come rejuvenate and explore. Range of accommodation with water views. New cafe set right on the waters edge. Spa, massage, art, wildlife, free kayaks. Queen Charlotte Track access.
Phone: +64 3 573 4554
www.lochmaralodge.co.nz
Guided walks
Marlborough Sounds Adventure Co
2007 NZ Tourism Award winners. Our guided and freedom walk options have special highlights. Quality mountain bikes for rental, fully serviced by experienced mechanic. Sea kayak rental and guided options. London Quay, Picton.
Phone 0800 283 283 anytime.
Email: adventure@marlboroughsounds.co.nz
www.marlboroughsounds.co.nz
Wilderness Guides Picton NZ
Independent walking packages and upmarket gourmet guided walk options year round. Combine your visit with mountain biking or sea kayaking.
Phone: 0800 266 266 or +64 3 520 3095
Email: info@wildernessguidesnz.com
www.wildernessguidesnz.com & www.queencharlottetracknz.com
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