Marlborough

Regarded as New Zealand's sunniest province, Marlborough is an area of great natural beauty, which lies in the north-eastern corner of New Zealand's South Island. The landscape is diverse, stretching from the sheltered waterways of the Marlborough Sounds in the north down to Kaikoura in the south, where snow-capped mountains meet the sea.

The province is home to an expanding number of successful wine companies - accounting for over 50% of New Zealand's total wine production. It has a developing gourmet food industry, as well as forestry, horticulture, marine and pastoral farming. All of which thrive in Marlborough's temperate climate.

Perfect for outdoor activities, the region is a popular tourist destination. There is a huge variety of scenic and recreational attractions including wine tasting and tours, swimming with dolphins, whale watching, fishing, diving, wild life tours, water skiing, horse trekking, tramping, kayaking and boating in the Marlborough Sounds. In winter the Mt Lyford Ski Field, inland from Kaikoura, offers both novices and experienced skiers alike the opportunity to enjoy the mountain slopes.

Sounds Air fly's into Picton Airport, just 10 minutes from the Picton township. Picton is a bustling and vibrant seaside town on the edge of the Marlborough Sounds. Trendy cafes line the palm fringed waterfront with spectacular views over the deep blue waters of the Marlborough Sounds. The waterfront promenade is home to many tourism companies that offer exciting trips into the Marlborough Sounds and the wineries of Marlborough. The Sounds Air Booking Office is conveniently located in this area, at the historic Picton Station. The port of Picton has a brand new purpose built marina housing an impressive array of yachts and launches. Picton offers a wide variety of accommodation types with interesting restaurants and boutique shopping.

Other townships in Marlborough include the large town of Blenheim and the smaller townships of Havelock and Seddon. Blenheim is home to numerous cafes, restaurants and bars. Indoor and outdoor swimming pools, art galleries, public gardens and parks. Havelock is a quaint town located on the edge of the Pelorus Sounds. Seddon is a rural service town and the gateway to the Awatere Valley, a blossoming wine growing area and outdoor recreation playground.

Links

• Destination Marlborough
• Bay of Many Coves Resort
• Marlborough 4 Fun
• Southern Wilderness
• Picton Sounds Paradise
• The TranzCoastal
• Sounds Connection
• Wellington International Airport
• Cougar Line
• Flightcorp Nelson
• Marlborough Sounds Adventure Company
• Tourist Flight Operators
• The Yacht Club
• Book In
• Titoki Holiday Home
• McCormick House
• Bec Spa Resort
• Marlborough Bed & Breakfast
• Marlborough Classic Motoring
• Koromiko Homestead