Marlborough Regional Information

A world of wine and sunshine

If you arrive in the region by sea or air, the intricate detail of the Marlborough Sounds engages your interest immediately. Maori legend describes the entire South Island as Maui's waka (canoe), wrecked on a reef during a fishing expedition. The shattered bow of the canoe became the Sounds.

Marlborough basks in year-round sunshine, providing perfect conditions for walking, mountain biking, sea kayaking and vineyard explorations.

It's a region where you can pick a theme and follow it through. Focus your itinerary on outdoor adventures, vineyards and wineries, arts and crafts, history and gardens or marine pursuits. Better still, mix them up and experience a little of everything this beautiful region has to offer.

Vines and wines
Marlborough is New Zealand's largest grape-growing and wine-making region. The broad, sweeping plains are home to about 70 wineries. Discover and enjoy on a self-drive, bicycle or guided tour.

The Marlborough Sounds
Bordered by forest that rises almost vertically from the water's edge, three drowned river valleys offer 1500 kilometres of sheltered beaches and waterways for sailing, cruising, kayaking, fishing and diving.

Queen Charlotte Track
This spectacular walking track winds through 71 kilometres of native forest, along ridges and beside idyllic coves. Travel with a local guide to learn about the habitat and hear the local Maori legends.

Marlborough Regional Accommodation

Location	Property Details
Blenheim	193 Aorangi Manor Freephone: 0800 507 050 Int. Phone: +64 3 5782022 read more ...
Blenheim	Cherylea Motor Lodge Freephone: 0800 358 835 Int. Phone: +64 3 5786319 read more ...
Picton	AAA Marlin Motel Freephone: 0800 100 784 Int. Phone: +64 3 5736784 read more ...
Picton	Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Freephone: 0800 229 847 Int. Phone: +64 3 5736733 read more ...

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