What to do and see in Marlborough Region, South Island: The Best Things to do Good for Adrenaline Seekers

Wilderness Guides is an outdoor adventure company based in Picton, owned and operated for the past 20 years by Steve and Juliet Gibbons, New Zealanders and Marlborough people with a passion for the outdoors. The owners are hands-on and have a background as outdoor guides in the area and with their close-knit team and dedicated team, offer a truly personalized service for all guests. Tours offered are quality and authentic New Zealand wilderness experiences with an emphasis on education, conservation, local history and culture as well as New Zealand native flora and fauna. This is combined with the finest of local food and wine. These include guided and independent walks on the Queen Charlotte Track from one day to many days in length, mountain bike hire and packages for the Queen Charlotte Track (one of NZ’s Great Rides) and a wide variety of sea kayaking options in the Marlborough Sounds. This is where your adventure begins!

Precision Helicopters NZ Ltd provides helicopter rides, scenic flights and adventure tours for Blenheim, Picton, Nelson, Kaikoura and the surrounding areas, including flights over the superb Marlborough Sounds. Fly over Marlborough’s amazing vineyards, wineries and national parks - or perhaps pay a “flying visit” to one of the region’s wonderful lodges and resorts. An enticing range of set helicopter flights are detailed below however if you don't see the trip you want, just call and we will create it for you! All prices include GST.

Do you want a friendly and personable diving experience? You'll find it here. We have professional staff who care about your comfort. Enjoy the beauty of the Marlborough Sounds on our sturdy ex-commercial marine farming boat as you travel to your dive site. The boat has a cozy cabin allowing you to change after the dive and we can supply you with hot drinks and soup to keep you warm.

New Zealand Walks is your online travel guide to walking in New Zealand. We have hand-picked the best of New Zealand’s hikes for you. As NZ’s specialist online travel agency dealing only in New Zealand walking holidays, we know these walks intimately and can share our knowledge with you when planning and booking your trip.

Offering the newest and most exciting alternative to exploring Marlborough Sounds, and our incredible vine region. Get your heart pumping on a Ducati Scrambler taking in breathtaking scenery while riding New Zealands best roads or experience the fun and freedom on an iconic Vespa. We have all the tools to make your self guided tour a memorable one. Top of the line safety gear, gps, go pro's, communication headsets, maps and all the information you need. So what are you waiting for?