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Wednesday, December 21, 2011

3 Best Marlborough Sounds Cruise Liners


    • The Marlborough Sounds is a large collection of "drowned valleys" that were flooded by the sea in the geological past. Lying at the northernmost reaches of New Zealand's South Island, the sounds make up a fifth of New Zealand's coastline. While there are dangers in sailing the more tumultuous waters in the narrow channels near the sounds, the calm waters of the main channels are popular cruising destinations.

    Selene Sea Charters

    • Luxury is definitely the calling card for Selene Sea Charters. This company charters their ship, "The Great Escape", to clients of all types, and their emphasis is on making sure their clients enjoy the best there is to offer, from the serene natural beauty to the fine wines of Marlborough, while aboard the flagship vessel.
      Selene Sea Charters will work with prospective clients to design cruises around their particular wants and needs. Overnight cruises are made available to smaller groups, and on-board catering is available for groups of up to 20.

    Beachcomber

    • Beachcomber Fun Cruises is a family owned and operated company that brings a more laid back approach to the cruising business. Operating out of Picton, at the head of Queen Charlotte Sound, the company operates three vessels that have the ability to cater for groups of different sizes. They offer scenic cruises, lunch 'n' cruises, the Queen Charlotte walking track tour and even wedding tours. One of the most popular, is the mail run tour. Clients ride along as the people of Beachcomber Fun Cruises deliver the mail by water to the people of Queen Charlotte Sound.

    R & R Cruises

    • R & R Cruises caters to each individual traveler, and, as their name suggests, they emphasize the recreation and relaxation aspect of cruising. On its vessel, "Lady Karen", the companyu offers half day or full day tours. Specific packages include the Exclusive Water and Wine Package, the Sounds Special Package, or the Hunter Gatherer Package and the company tailors its charters to clients' individual needs.You can sit back and enjoy the cruise or you can partake in any number of on-board activities such as skeet shooting, fishing, kayaking, or wine tasting.