Cougar Line - Marlborough Sounds

13/01/2025

An unforgettable morning in the Marlborough Sounds! 🖤🐳 Our skippers were treated to an up-close encounter with a pod of playful orcas cruising through the bay, nothing quite like it 🙌

📸: Bo / Cougar Line Skipper

24/12/2024

🎄🛥️ Merry Christmas from the Cougar Line crew! 🛥️🎄

Thank you for being part of our journey this year. We're taking a breather today but will be back into the swing of things from the 26th. Wishing you all a safe and joyful festive season! ✨

23/12/2024

🚢 Boxing Day Flash Sale – NOW LIVE! Score $30 OFF select cruises for a limited time 🚢

Choose your adventure:
🌊 Sounds Delivery Cruise
🍽️ Cruise & Lunch
🌿 Cruise to Motuara Island

Use code BOX30 at checkout for travel dates until Jan 31, 2025. Hurry, this deal ends at midnight on Boxing Day! ⏰

Terms apply, subject to availability, online bookings only.

Boat transfers from Picton to New Zealand's Queen Charlotte Track, Marlborough Sounds lodges and holiday homes with Cougar Line.

11/12/2024

🎄Gift Marlborough's beauty with a Cougar Line gift voucher this Christmas 🎁

Whether it’s a scenic walk or a Cruise & Lunch at or , it’s the perfect gift to explore the best of the Queen Charlotte Sounds 🌿✨

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A Cougar Line voucher is the perfect gift.

30/08/2024

🎉 Still searching for the perfect Father's Day gift? No worries! You can grab one of our Cougar Line gift vouchers as a last-minute treat for Dad, right up until the big day!

Whether it’s a cruise, a scenic walk, a delicious lunch, or a biking adventure, spoil him with something he’ll love! 🌿😎

🔗 https://www.cougarline.co.nz/gift-vouchers/

09/08/2024

🌞 Summer adventures are just around the corner! 🚶‍♂️

We can't wait to welcome the sunshine and set sail on unforgettable journeys with you. Whether you're exploring the Queen Charlotte Track or cruising the stunning Marlborough Sounds, Cougar Line is your gateway to adventure.

Don't forget to secure your spot for the upcoming season and let's make memories together!

🔗 https://www.cougarline.co.nz/book/

16/07/2024

🛥️🐬🌞🌿 🌊🌏🐳

Happy World Emoji Day to all our boatie friends!

Let's have some fun today: create your boat name using the last two emojis you used.

Ours is, of course, 🔊🎉 SOUNDS EXCITING 🎉🔊

What's yours? Share it with us in the comments below! Let's see what creative and quirky names you come up with! 🌟

18/06/2024

We've got some pretty awesome humans in our team who give back to our local community every week. This Te Wiki Tūao ā-Motu – National Volunteer Week we want to say a huge THANKS to Ed, Kelsie, Dave & Sofia who all volunteer with Coastguard Marlborough
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04/06/2024

🐦A big congratulations to Dianne John from Picton Dawn Chorus who has been recognised in the King's Birthday Weekend Honour's list for her services to Ornithology - she's been made a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit.

We're so grateful to community heroes like Dianne who advocate and care for the birdlife in our beautiful region.

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Dianne John has been honoured for her services to ornithology, and Richard C**n for his contribution to businesses and philanthropy.

17/05/2024

Happy Pink Shirt Day!

Embracing kindness and fostering inclusivity in our workplace is a core part of our team culture here at Cougar Line. Let's stand together as allies, ready to speak up, stand up, and put an end to bullying in any form.

There are heaps of awesome humans in NZ who are available for a free and confidential chat if you ever need to talk -- here are a few:

💛Text or call: 1737
💙Youthline: phone 0800 376 633 or text 234
💜The Lowdown: email [email protected] or text 5626
💚The Outline: LGBTIQ+ support on 0800 688 5463 from 6pm – 9pm

24/04/2024

A beautiful morning in Picton for the ANZAC Dawn Service🌹
At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them. Their ANZAC spirit of mateship and courage continues to inspire us. 🇳🇿🇦🇺

15/04/2024

👀 I Spy a Wētā, a Koru and a Starfish....but where? At Kaipupu Sanctuary of course!

Make the most of our special school holiday prices and head out to explore with your curious young adventurer. Book your return tickets online, adults $22 and kids 15 and under $12.

👉 Things to know:
🚢 Departs daily at 9:30am
⏰ Approx 1h45m to explore
🥪 Pack snacks, water and dress for the conditions
🔎 Grab an I-Spy map from reception before you depart

Do the bush walk around the sanctuary, look out for wildlife and plants along the way, and soak in the beautiful views across Queen Charlotte Sound/Tōtaranui, before we pick you up again at the jetty.

Book online: https://bit.ly/3U16qQF

Cruise with Cougar Line to walk and explore Kaipupu Wildlife Sanctuary, a unique Marlborough Sounds conservation project in Picton

30/03/2024

Wishing you all a Happy Easter! Check out the egg-cellent effort from some of our customers this morning as they set off for an egg-citing day out! 🐣

21/03/2024

Secure your seat now! Due to high demand over the coming Easter weekend, we advise securing your Cougar Line travel by making reservations now. 🐰✨
Any amendments to bookings, and extra luggage will incur extra fees.

08/03/2024

Our ladies play a vital role in the day-to-day operations of Cougar Line. Whether it's our dedicated reservations team, skilled crew, or experienced skippers, their contributions are valued not just today, but every day. 🙌💜

For International Women's Day, we caught up with Kelsie, our commercial skipper, and asked her about empowering herself and the women in her circle.

Her response? "Consistently show up, find joy in every accomplishment, take pride in both myself and my career. I always remember that being in these roles not only fulfills me but also serves as an inspiration for other women who might consider diving into similar pursuits."

Read more: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/women-marlborough-tour-company-marlborough-tour-company-uz2sc

05/02/2024

Warm wishes on Waitangi Day!

Celebrating Aotearoa New Zealand’s rich heritage, unity and beauty this Waitangi Day. 🌿🇳🇿

Stay safe, have fun, and treasure the moments spent with loved ones today!

24/12/2023

Teamwork makes the dream work, especially during the busy holiday period! Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from our awesome Cougar Line team! 🎄🎅🏼

Looking forward to seeing familiar and new faces through the office this festive season!🛥️

20/12/2023

Here is your friendly reminder…🙋‍♀️📲
With the fast approach of the festive season, we advise securing your Cougar Line travel by making your bookings now.
Bookings will be closed from December 22, 2023, to January 5, 2024, due to high demand.

https://www.cougarline.co.nz/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIs4S0neScgwMV3yGDAx2C9AQJEAAYASAAEgJaRPD_BwE

*** Please note, the freight and grocery service will still be available during this time!