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Wildlife Motuara Sanctuary Tour and Dolphin Cruise from Picton
Discover Marlborough’s native wildlife on a half-day, small-group Queen Charlotte Sound cruise from Picton that includes a nature walk on the Motuara Island bird sanctuary. Marine biologist guides share insights into Marlborough’s fascinating critters as you watch for seals and five species of dolphin, then get a glimpse of a pristine New Zealand forest on predator-free Motuara Island—home to native blue penguins, saddlebacks, bellbirds, and more.
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This is a not to be missed tour. I took my grandson on this trip on Monday 12th July 2021 and he exclaimed he would remember it for the rest of his life. We saw so many dolphins and all types except orca. The Island was amazing with such friendly birds. They seem to be quite fearless especially the robins. It was truly magical.…
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Date of experience: July 2021
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Fantastic and informative tour through the sounds and to the Bird sanctuary. Friendly and fun staff, a nice touch the pilot gris at the end. Would totally recommend. Learn about this beautiful part of NZ
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Response from Captain Paul K, Manager at E-Ko Tours
Responded 22 May 2021
Thanks for the Positive feedback :-)
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Great trip Great staff lucky to see a pod of Dolphins Why do we have to write 100 characters some of us don't write a lot
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Date of experience: May 2021
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Response from Captain Paul K, Manager at E-Ko Tours
Responded 22 May 2021
Thanks for the Positive feedback :-)
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My family and I spent an amazing afternoon with the E-Ko crew on this tour yesterday. First stop Hectors dolphins playing around the boat! Fantastic day out learning about the animals, birds, flora and fauna with our very knowledgeable guide and croaky captain :) Had an excellent day! Thanks very much team. …
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Response from Captain Paul K, Manager at E-Ko Tours
Responded 22 May 2021
Thanks for the Positive feedback :-)
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Lovely half day out on the boat yesterday. Really impressed with the staff and their expert guiding. Well worth doing, the wildlife and bird sanctuary rewarding - saw and heard birds I have never before on the island. The sea went glassy on our way back and the final highlight a lovely hectors dolphin playing and connecting with us around the boat. Fabulous trip highly recommend.…
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Date of experience: April 2021
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Response from Captain Paul K, Manager at E-Ko Tours
Responded 22 May 2021
Thanks for the Positive feedback :-)
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