Marlborough Sounds

New Zealand’s Marlborough Sounds is one of three main regions in Marlborough, located in the north east of the South Island. The other two main regions in Marlborough are the Wairau Plain and the Awatere Valley.

Hills, waterways and bays define this isolated region and beckon lovers of outdoor sports such as sailing, scuba diving and hiking. Well known spots include Port Underwood, Queen Charlotte Sound, Pelorus, Kenepuru Sounds and D’Urville Island.

One of the most popular reasons to visit Marlborough Sounds NZ is to tackle the Queen Charlotte Track, a three to four-day hike which can also be enjoyed in sections as short walks.

The sailing around Marlborough Sounds is also alluring and draws boaties from all over the world as Marlborough Sounds launch charters glide around the bays, waterways and channels the area is known for.

Dive spots in Marlborough Sounds will often involve sightings of native flora such as blue penguins, dolphins, seals and diverse bird life.

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