Page 39 of New Zealand Island Discoveries Shore Tours by P&O Cruises

picton kayak queen charlotte sound approximate duration 61/2 hours pcn-f paddle from the picturesque picton foreshore across the harbour and into tranquil grove arm the relaxed pace of this tour enables plenty of time to admire the tranquillity of the sounds your kayaking experience your kayak operator is the most experienced in the marlborough sounds backed by 16 years of safe sea kayaking they will ensure that you experience a safe yet fun relaxing yet invigorating guided paddle around the deep sheltered bays where pristine native bush brushes the waterline photo opportunities sea kayaking within queen charlotte sound promises a very personal journey as you linger in the peace of these unspoilt waterways if you can hold onto your camera ­ sea kayaking will take you to the beauty spots the perfect solution to this dilemma is to purchase a disposable waterproof camera from the ship s photo gallery or gift shop lunch and refreshments replenish with snacks juice and lunch-time sandwiches featuring fresh marlborough produce picton gone fishing approximate duration 41/2 hours pcn-g the sounds offer some of the best sheltered salt-water fishing in new zealand local skippers will give you a fishing experience which is second to none your fishing trip journey out by launch into the sheltered waterways of the marlborough sounds no need to worry about equipment ­ it s all provided amongst the most prolific fish are blue cod and tarakihi and best of all no experience is required instructions are provided by the knowledgeable skipper throughout the day if needed refreshments suitable drinks and small bites will be served as you in turn wait for a bite notes please remember you have purchased the opportunity to fish not a guarantee of catching fish fishing is generally catch and release however selected fish may be kept by the fishing boat crew p o regrets that we are not able to store your catch onboard please ensure that you wear comfortable flatsoled shoes clothing suited to the weather conditions notes a walk of approximately 10 to 15 minutes will take you from the ship to the kayak base please ensure that you wear comfortable shoes that can survive getting wet clothing suited to the weather and exposure to the elements a hat t-shirt shorts and a jumper and bring along some sunscreen and bottled water picton 74 75 picton

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