Sounds Connection

27/02/2025

Always love to hear feedback from our lovely guests. Our local guides are not only knowledgeable about Marlborough, they're passionate about showing our guests a fantastic time and sharing the very best our beautiful region has to offer.

13/02/2025

“You can't have a rainbow without a little rain.”
- Dolly Parton.

30/01/2025

New Zealand's longest running culinary and wine event, the Marlborough Wine & Food Festival, is on Saturday February 8. With a fabulous selection of world-famous wine and delicious cuisine from our beautiful region, not to mention the brilliant atmosphere and super fun line up of live music, this event is not to be missed!

If you are travelling from Picton or the Sounds, head to our website and get in touch with us to book your transport to and from the event.

23/01/2025

Such a great time of year to be out on the water, living the dream in the Marlborough Sounds. Always an honour to share a little slice of paradise with our lovely guests and hear they've feedback.

22/01/2025

Got your tickets for New Zealand's original wine and food event, held right here in the heart of wine country on Saturday February 8?!

The Marlborough Wine & Food Festival is THE place to experience some of the best wine and food in the region - scratch that - NEW ZEALAND.

Live music, culinary workshops, wine tasting master classes and delicious Marlborough wine and food in abundance. This event is a veritable celebration of a Kiwi summer. For those making a weekend of it and staying in Picton or the Marlborough Sounds, hit the link below to get in touch to book your festival transport, with us.

Marlborough Wine Festival Transport Marlborough Wine & Food Festival New Zealand’s longest-running wine and food festival is world-famous for a fabulous selection of wines, delicious cuisine, and brilliant atmosphere. Don’t miss this iconic festival on Saturday 10th February 2024. Held in the he...

16/01/2025

ICYMI: The results are out from NIWA New Zealand and it's official!

Marlborough has once again been crowned sunniest place in New Zealand ☀️😎🎉

12/01/2025

How good does this look? Love Wither Hills Cellar Door and Restaurant. Always outstanding 🥰

Summer days are made for long lunches. Gather your friends and indulge in the freshest local produce, expertly prepared to complement our award-winning wines. From our lighter two-course sharing menu to heartier à la carte mains, there’s something to tempt every palate. Book your table with us today!

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09/01/2025

Some amazing photos from a fishing charter late last year. It was a beautiful day out on the water, with loads of action and the day's catch crumbed and fried up for dinner at The Portage. Sounds life at it's best!

Thanks to Kevin Estey for the fantastic photos 📸

31/12/2024

Enjoying a glass of our favourite Marlborough wine tonight, celebrating another year in business. Thanks to all our amazing staff and our wonderful guests. We wouldn't be here without you.

Happy New Year! Wishing you all the best for 2025.

28/12/2024

Picton summer days 😎

19/12/2024

School's out for summer, and the festive season is upon us 🎉

Marlborough locals and visitors can join us for a half or full-day winery tour. Our friendly, knowledgeable guides pick up from Picton or Blenheim and es**rt guests to a selection of award-winning Marlborough wineries for an unique pre-booked tastings, before dropping you safely home again.

Book with us to make the most of your Marlborough summer and enjoy an authentic experience in our wonderful region. Happy holidays everyone!

11/12/2024

Team photo before greeting our guests from the Silver Muse Cruise Ship yesterday.

Mark (driver)
Maria (co-driver, tour guide, boss)
Carolyn Burn (ship coordinator)

We love summer! ☀️

10/12/2024

Big day for Picton when the Ovation of the Seas visited last week.

Brilliant weather for the 4,000+ guests onboard.

04/12/2024

We are excited to welcome the Ovation of the Seas to Picton today, bringing more than 4000 passengers to town.

Photos © Mike Beech 2018

04/12/2024

We have been busy working on ........ Our new Sounds Connection website.
We are super excited to share this with you - Check it out: https://soundsconnection.com/

Let us know what you think 🥳

Sounds Connection, a pioneering tour provider in Picton and Marlborough has been delighting visitors for over 3 decades.

27/11/2024

We cannot believe it's this time of year again - Christmas functions!

This year we've partnered with our good friends Lochmara Lodge and Beachcomber Cruises to bring you a Christmas Party in the Sounds - a fun and unique experience for your team to celebrate the end of the year.

Take a cruise with your workmates or small team over to the iconic Lochmara Lodge situated in the stunning Lochmara Bay on 15 December 2024. This fantastic trip is usually only available for large groups, so it's the perfect way for small businesses and teams to do something a bit special for Christmas.

Hit the link for bookings and more info, but be quick, it's sure to sell out quickly: https://www.beachcombercruises.co.nz/marlborough-sounds/cruises-and-walks/christmas-party-in-the-sounds-with-lochmara-lodge

25/11/2024

Stunning day in Marlborough, today. A forecasted high of 24C giving us a taste of summer to come 😎
Photo taken at the iconic Wither Hills winery, just outside Blenheim.