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Welcome to Beachcomber Cruises

Cruise & Track Walk Options with Beachcomber Cruises

We take great pleasure in offering you a selection of boat trips & track walks through the beautiful Marlborough Sounds and Queen Charlotte Track.

Family owned & operated

Beachcomber Cruises has been a family owned and operated business since 2006. Owned by Tony & Margaret with daughters Jessica and Lora in management and daily operations. Beachcomber Cruises have nine vessels operating throughout the Queen Charlotte Sound. The boats in our fleet vary in size and can cater for groups, functions and weddings. We also offer a range of cruises including our New Zealand Post Mail Run and a  private water taxi service operating under the Picton Water Taxis brand.

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A Proposal for a Shared Pathway

Queen Charlotte Track – Summer 2023/2024

Track Rider Access Trial

The proposal will open the full length of the track to all users during the peak period from December 1st, 2023, to February 28th 2024, offering a shared pathway for both riders and walkers. This trial specifically opens the Meretoto/Ship Cove to Camp Bay section of the track for this summer season which has previously been closed to bikers.

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Certificate of Excellence Winner

TripAdvisor is delighted to recognise Beachcomber Fun Cruises with a Certificate of Excellence.

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The Queen Charlotte Track

Get close and personal with one of the most beautiful spots in the world. The Queen Charlotte Track or walkway as it is known is one of the top ten and finest coastal walking tracks in New Zealand.

At Beachcomber Cruises we have a number of walk options to make your trip hassle free. Whether it be a one day walk, just a couple of sections of the Queen Charlotte Track or you wish to complete the entire 70 kms.

Queen Charlotte Track info

Experience the Famous Mail Run