Experience The Sounds - for yourself!
The Marlborough Sounds is a labyrinth of sea-drowned valleys at the northern tip of the South Island covering some 4,000 square kilometres of sounds, islands and peninsulas and is surrounded by steep hills covered by native bush, plantings of renewable forests and farmlands, creating spectacular sceneries and breathtaking secluded and sheltered coves.
The Queen Charlotte Sound is the most well-known and visited of the Marlborough Sounds and is also the scenic highlight of the inter-islander ferry journey from Wellington to Picton. At the outer edge of the Sound is Ship Cove, a place Captain James Cook visited several times. Close by, guarding the entrance of the Sound is Motuara Island (- now a Bird Sanctuary and safe haven of several rare species -) is where he raised the British Flag in the name of King George III on 31 Jan. 1770. Queen Charlotte Sound is also home to the Queen Charlotte Track — 71 kilometres of spectacular walking/hiking/mountain biking track that meanders past historic sites along the way, past secluded bays, over skyline ridges and through coastal bush. Don’t forget your camera, as you will be taking in some magnificent views, you’ll want to take home!
Come and join us aboard our luxury yacht, Aparima, to start exploring this largely untouched region – and let us take you away for an unforgettable journey of discovery, whilst enjoying the luxury of having a personal executive chef & crew on board to cater to your every whim!
Inquire today to discuss your Marlborough Sounds tailored luxury cruise options. Indulge yourself….we look forward to seeing you in Paradise, you deserve it!
Aparima
A classic 60ft Salthouse motor yacht, she is one of the premier high-end luxury charters, operating from Picton. Aparima is ideal for hosting a corporate or family orientated day, or intimate weekend luxury getaway.
Guests will experience the many stunning locations throughout the Queen Charlotte Sound, many places only accessible by boat, and enjoy the culinary delights prepared by the on-board executive chef.
Aparima has a traditional classic layout, a safe walk-around, several decks, which means plenty of entertaining areas, inside-and-out to enjoy your cruise.
The many windows in the saloon make sure you don’t miss out on anything, in the event the weather is not great.
Enjoy the stunning 360degree views from the sheltered position of the flybridge, or simply relax on the sundeck.
Those of you seeking solitude can step from the aft balcony onto a sanctuary below deck.
The sleeping quarters are spacious, with a three-cabin, two bathroom layout that features an enormous stateroom with private ensuite and entry to the aft deck. The second guest-room shares the bathroom facilities with the remaining cabin, which has 3 single berths.
Contact your hosts, Vera & Grant, to discuss tailored cruise options and voyage through the beautiful Marlborough Sounds on the Aparima.
