9am - 4.00pm. Cruise and Explore, and Family Day Out

From NZD $90.00
  • Duration: 7 Hours (approx.)
  • Location: Queen Charlotte Sound, Picton
  • Product code: 9amDT4pm
Come and Visit Lochmara for the whole day to Explore:

After the 30th November please book our 0900 to 5.00 pm option.


  • Depart Picton for a 20 minute Boat cruise to Lochmara.
  • Marine mammal and sea birds (little blue penguins) viewing enroute to Lochmara.
  • Explore our 11 acres of native bush trails and conservation projects.
  • Free use of the kayaks, stand-up paddle boards and a safe swimming beach
  • Start our daily walking tour at the Tuatara and Gecko enclosures at 1.30 pm, then visit our other native species and farm
    animals
  • During peak times order early at the cafe as there can be a delay
  • Cafe art gallery and sculpture trail.
  • Queen Charlotte Track Panoramic Lookout hike (3 hours return, Track pass required $20.00pp) or walk on our own tracks at no
    extra cost.
  • Depart from Lochmara at 5.00pm.

Underwater Observatory

  • Book our fully guided tours of approx. 45 minutes aboard the floating Underwater Observatory.
  • Be well informed and entertained by our passionate fully qualified guides. 
  • The tour includes a hands-on experience at the seaside touch tank.
  • Guided access to the underwater observatory, and a potential stingray encounter subject to whether the wild stingray wish to
    see you or not!
  • You may book this with your day trip as an extra.
  • Please note your preferred time when booking
  • Bookings are subject to availability and extra fees apply.