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Waitohi - Picton
Totaranui - Queen Charlotte Sound
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Known in Māori as Waitohi, Picton is famous for being the major interisland port connecting the top of the South Island to Wellington In the North Island.
Nestled in the heart of the beautiful Queen Charlotte Sound/Tōtaranui, Picton,is also quite possibly the prettiest seaside town in New Zealand. With plenty of activities to entertain locals and visitors alike, Picton is a great centre for bushwalking, mountainbiking, boating, fishing, nature spotting and relaxing.
Wine tours, Boat tours and Fishing trips are an enjoyable way to explore the greater Marlborough region.
Picton offers a wide range of accommodation options plus plenty of vibrant cafés, pubs and restaurants to enjoy. With art galleries, independent clothing boutiques, bookstores
beauticians and gift shops,exploring Picton's High Street is a must.
Our iconic and well photographed foreshore is great place to relax and unwind or where you can entertain the family at the local museums, mini golf or mini train.
Whether you're waiting for a ferry, enjoying a romantic getaway or taking a family-friendly holiday, Waitohi/Picton is sure to have something to offer. #visitpicton
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From Picton you can easily explore the wider Marlborough Sounds, home to a wide range of marine and birdlife.
Keep an eye out for Hector's Dolphins, Fur Seals, Little Blue Penguins, and even visits from majestic Orcas and Humpback Whales. Spot rare birds like the Saddleback and other unique wildlife in this protected paradise.
With some of the best weather in New Zealand and 1/5 of the country's coastline, Picton is also only 25 minutes from Marlborough’s internationally renowned wine region.
Come explore and create memories that will last a lifetime! #Southbeginshere
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