9am - 5.00pm. Cruise and Explore

• Return Boat Cruise to Lochmara on the Lochmara water taxi

• Possible marine mammal and sea bird viewing enroute to Lochmara

• Free use of the kayaks and stand-up paddle boards, life jackets provided

• Safe swimming beach with children’s play equipment

• See the native Kākariki parakeets, kunekune pigs, and eels being fed     

• Explore Lochmara' s 11 acres of native bush trails, sculptures, conservation project and wildlife

• Licensed Cafe/Restaurant providing a range of food, dietary requirements.

• As a licensed premises, Lochmara is not a picnic venue.

• View the art gallery within the Café and Lochmara Reception

• Queen Charlotte Track (QCT) panoramic lookout hike being 3.5 hours return. 

• A QCT pass is required at $20.00 per adult from our office, or walk on our own tracks
• at no extra cost.

• No QCT Pass required for children under 15 years

Please note: For Families, the 'Family Day Out' package may be a better option for you.

Underwater Observatory

Join our fully guided tours of approx. 40 minutes aboard the stationary Underwater Observatory

where you will 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!

Annual Pass holders for Lochmara water taxi are to be valid at the time of travel. Ensure you have these with you.

Bookings are subject to availability and extra fees apply.