Must Dos.

Boat to historic Ship Cove to start your walk on the Queen Charlotte Track. Carry your pack or have it transferred each day. Full walk 3-5 days or choose a section.

Explore Marlborough’s whaling history at the Perano Whaling Station.

Visit the beautiful Motuara Island in the Queen Charlotte Sound. This predator free sanctuary is home to kiwi, saddlebacks and other native wildlife.

Enjoy workshops and tours at the Garden Marlborough Festival, and be in sure to stay in town for the famous Fete at Seymour Square.

Head to the Millennium Public Art Gallery, across from Seymour Square in the heart of Blenheim. See the latest cutting edge exhibitions from local and national artists.

The Marlborough Wine & Food Festival is New Zealand’s original and longest running wine festival held in a world-renowned wine producing region.