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Wilderness Guides Marlborough Sounds From half a day to many, independently or with a guide, Wilderness Guides can help you explore the Marlborough Sounds on foot, by kayak and by bike.

Join Wilderness guides friendly team for guided or independent sea kayaking tours in the Marlborough Sounds including our new 1 Day Ship Cove Guided Kayak in the remote reaches of Queen Charlotte Sound, mountain biking and gourmet guided or independent hikes on the Queen Charlotte Track - or a combination of all three with our original Marlborough Sounds adventure combo tours.

02/03/2025

🌊✨ Keep your eyes peeled this Seaweek as we spotlight some of the incredible and curious sea creatures our guides encounter while gliding through the crystal-clear waters of the Queen Charlotte Sound with our guided kayak groups! 🚣‍♀️🌿

One of the fascinating creatures we often spot is the Eagle Ray! As one of 25 ray species found in Aotearoa, these magnificent creatures belong to the Elasmobranch group, which also includes skates, and sharks. Unlike sharks, Eagle Rays have flattened bodies with their mouths and gills on the underside.

Did you know, their skeletons are made entirely of cartilage, not bones, giving them a unique and flexible structure!

Stay tuned as we share more of the ocean creatures we are lucky enough to encounter in the beautiful oceans in Marlborough.

📸 Photo credit: Helen, one of our awesome guides! 🙌

* This content was captured in accordance with New Zealand's Marine Mammals Protection Regulations, ensuring a safe and respectful interaction with wildlife. . . .

28/02/2025

🌊 WIN A LIMITED-EDITION SEA WEEK T-SHIRT! 🌊

At Wilderness Guides, we’re passionate about our ocean and the incredible experiences they provide. To celebrate , we are giving away an exclusive Sea Week T-shirt – a perfect addition for those who love the sea as much as we do!

To enter:
✔ Like this post
✔ Follow (Instagram) or Wilderness guides Marlborough Sounds (Facebook)
✔ Share your favorite Marlborough Sounds experience in the comments
🔥 Bonus entry tag us in a photo of your favourite sea creature.

📅 Entries close: 09 March | Winner announced: 11 March

Join us in celebrating the beauty of our marine environment – we can’t wait to hear your stories! 🌿🐬

Seaweek

16/02/2025

Cheers to a well-earned glass of bubbles after an epic guided walk with Sean!

11/02/2025

"The kayaking was amazing!!!" – A peaceful paddle through stunning scenery, up-close encounters with stingrays and birdlife. Our knowledgeable guides ensure a relaxed and enriching experience. Discover the beauty of the Marlborough Sounds at your own pace.

10/02/2025

Explore the best of both worlds 🌊🏞️ Whether you’re gliding across the tranquil waters of the Marlborough Sounds in a kayak or biking/hiking through its stunning coastal tracks, there’s an adventure waiting for you.
Ready to challenge yourself with both? Join us for the ultimate nature experience and immerse yourself in this breathtaking paradise

24/12/2024

🎄🌿 Merry Christmas 🌿🎄

The Wilderness Guides team is wishing you a safe, happy, and adventurous festive season. Here’s to family, friends, and plenty of new adventures in the New Year!

P.S. Check out the WG-inspired Christmas tree—complete with a North Pole sign and bikes, of course! 🚴‍♂️✨

23/12/2024

Boxing Day Flash Sale is LIVE – Unlock $30 OFF outdoor fun! 🌟

Use code BOX30 to get your discount on:
🛶 Guided Kayak Tours
🚴‍♂️ Standard Bike Hire

Valid for travel dates through till Jan 31, 2025 – but don’t wait, this offer ends at midnight on Boxing Day! ⏰

Terms apply, subject to availability, online bookings only.

11/12/2024

👀 Have you see our awesome guide Jake in the latest edition of The Marlborough Magazine?

We're a little bit proud, grab a copy around town or check it out online (page 7) 💚

👉https://issuu.com/marlboroughweekly/docs/mrl_mag_-_decjan_-_issuu

Marlborough Magazine | Jake Hilton | Marlborough App

08/08/2024

Hi, I’m new here 😎

Wilderness Guides via Marlborough Tour Company are proud to announce our partnership with Arapaoa Kiwi Trust, sponsoring $5000 annually towards the ambitious project of eradicating stoats from Arapaoa Island and reintroducing kiwi in the next 5-7 years.

Trapping and monitoring will be achieved by landowners, volunteers, and contractors. Together, we'll help restore this precious ecosystem and bring back the kiwi! 🌿🙌

06/08/2024

🌊 Dive into the wonders of Marlborough’s serene waters with Wilderness Guides! 🐬

"Marlborough’s unique geography ensures the waters are quite gentle, so you’ll have all the joy of spotting marine life in its natural home without the roughness of the open sea.... you might be lucky enough to see dolphins or orcas too!"

Check out our feature in the recent Stuff article - Why you’ll find a story worth telling in Marlborough.

🔗 https://www.stuff.co.nz/travel/350355521/why-youll-find-story-worth-telling-marlborough

16/07/2024

🚣‍♂️ 🌊🐬🐳🌿🌞🚴🥾

According to the world emoji dictionary "Emojipedia" there are only 112 animal and nature based emoji to represent our natural world.

That got us thinking, while our favourite animal to spot in The Marlborough Sounds has to be a dolphin 🐬 - we reckon icons like the Fern, Kiwi and Salmon deserve an emoji too! What emoji do you think should be a thing?

Let us know in the comments!!

11/07/2024

We're incredibly proud to announce that Wilderness Guides has been named in the top 10% of things to do - WORLDWIDE as part of the Tripadvisor Traveller's Choice Awards for 2024!

🫶 Thank you to all our clients who have left reviews about your experiences over the last year. Nothing beats the power of positive customer reviews! They’re not just the best advertising, but also the most valuable feedback for any business. At Wilderness Guides, our crew are dedicated to going above and beyond to exceed our client expectations. So, it is truly awesome when that hard work is recognized.

If we haven't had the privilege of welcoming you yet then we look forward to it! 🌿

🎉 Big props also to our friends at Furneaux Lodge for their well-deserved recognition in the awards!

05/06/2024

Winter is considered the best time to spot marine wildlife when paddling out on the water. If you've ever wanted to give kayaking a go in the Marlborough Sounds, join one of our guided 1/2 day kayak trips.

Check out our latest feature on page 20 in the Marlborough Magazine to learn more about what it's like 🌊

https://issuu.com/marlboroughweekly/docs/mrl_mag_-_june_july_24_-_issuu

14/03/2024

Gear up for adventure by acquiring one of our 2019 Kona Mahuna bikes! Seize the opportunity to grab one from our former rental fleet before they're gone. These bikes have been meticulously maintained and promise an exceptional riding experience. 🚴🙌

Treat yourself, this deal is too good to pass up. And if you're thinking of buying multiple, we'll sweeten the deal with a discounted price. Don't let this chance slip away!

Pop into our office for a test ride, or follow the link to check out our Trade Me listing: https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/marketplace/sports/cycling/mountain-bikes/front-suspension/listing/4600982052

08/03/2024

🌞 The sunshine in our Picton office, Hayley greets our adventurous guests with her bright smile and super-star customer skills every day!

We loved what Hayley had to say about International Women's Day 💜

Check it out:
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/women-marlborough-tour-company-marlborough-tour-company-uz2sc

14/02/2024

Happy Valentines Day!
Here at Wilderness Guides we get to witness stunning views with our guests in the Marlborough Sounds every day! 🌊☀️ But there is nothing quite as beautiful as watching a proposal while out mountain biking or hiking the tracks. Big congrats to some of our recent guests who bravely got down on one knee! 💍🥂

05/02/2024

Happy Waitangi Day. 💚🇳🇿

From the mountains to the sea, embracing the beauty of New Zealand this Waitangi Day. ⛰️🌊

Stay safe and enjoy the warm weather!

24/12/2023

From the team here at Wilderness Guides, wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year filled with adventure, joy, and unforgettable moments! 🎄🎉

There was plenty of change this year, and we are excited for all the things that next year has in store for us! 🚴‍♀️🌊🌿

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Monday	7am - 9:30pm
Tuesday	7am - 9:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm
Sunday	7am - 9:30pm

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