Bird Watching and Dolphin Eco-Tour to Blumine Island
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This Wildlife and Dolphin tour offers an amazing, fully-guided experience to complete your visit to Marlborough!
You will have the opportunity to see rare seas birds, marine mammals, and endangered land birds. Led by enthusiastic Marine Biologists, WCA certified Guides .Drop off at Blumine Island the only place in New Zeland to see the rarest New Zeland Busbird - Orange Fronted Kakariki ( 98% succes rate ) King Shag ( 99 %Sucess rate ) Search for Dolphins in calm sheltered waters before traveling to BlumineIsland DOC Predator Free Bird Sanctuary Island.
Bio-securtiy applies - No BAGS ON ISLAND unless DOC checked
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
E-Ko Tours
Enjoy E-Ko Shop with the BEST views in Picton. FREE Wifi, hot drinks available, restrooms. See our custom made Wildlife Display while you wait for the Qualified Guide to give you a briefing before Departure on a Tour.
Queen Charlotte Sound
Predator FREE Wildlife Sanctuary Island with Orange Fronted Kakariki and many other rare birds species. King Shags are also a feature with 99% Success E-Ko has 30 Years Guiding experience to this Island, and our Highly trained Guides will inform you and delight you with a Guided tour filled with marin mammals and seabirds . Then we Drop you in the DOC reserve ( no bags ) where New Zealands Rarest Busbird can be seen. A birdwatchers dream come true. :-) (98% success )
What‘s Included
Light refreshments
National Park fees
Professional guide
Live commentary on board
Gratuities
Transportation to/from attractions
Options
Departures 0800 / 1330
Duration: 4 hours
Reviews
55 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Dolphin and Bird trip
Gary M,,Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Brilliant trip, can't fault anything. Seeing marine wildlife and bird life on the island. Bella the guide was very knowledgeable and kept us informed of different species and activity taking place. The highlight was the nesting box with 2 blue penguin chicks.
A Wonderful Afternoon's wildlife adventure
LinandJeff,,Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Bella and Dan took us on a wonderful afternoon adventure to Motuara Island. We spotted dusky dolphins, rare Hector dolphins swimming right up close, Gannets diving for fish and rare King Shags. Once on the Island you can climb to the top for great views or stop and sit by the birdbath and spot visiting birds. Both Bella the guide and Dan the driver were excellent, friendly and full of information. It was only Bella's second tour but she was professional, friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommend for a fun and exciting adventure.
Excellent
Keith C,,Mar 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent and informative cruise. We saw several rare birds and sea mammals. The crew were very knowledgeable.... hats off to Will and Paul. Highly recommend this cruise; great value for money.
Highly recommended wildlife tour
Sharon T,,Mar 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide Will and Captain Andy provided great commentary and shared so much information along the way. The weather was beautiful and we got to see lots of birds and other wildlife. The walk up Motuara Island is steep but well worth it for the birds you will see along the way and the views at the top.
Captain Andy and Hannah...
Mara L,,Feb 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Captain Andy and Hannah were a lovely crew - very accommodating for my 3 and 5 year olds. They especially loved taking a turn at the wheel and hot cocoa on the way back. Wonderful, local company worth supporting!
A fun couple of hours out on the water!!
leahcO8038XE,,Feb 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such a fun trip seeing the beautiful wildlife and scenery of Queen Charlotte Sound. We were lucky enough to have encounters with a number of the animals that our guide mentioned in the briefing before departing from Picton harbour so that was great. The trip was enhanced by the knowledge of the Captain and the guide and also the lovely little surprise of a hot drink and an alcoholic drink on our return trip. Would definitely recommend!
Best wildlife tour!!!
theda k,,Jan 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great wildlife tour with a visit to Mortuara. Our guides gave us a lot of information and did their utmost to spot and show us all the wildlife. They were also great with the kids on board. Good chemistry between them. Will & Andy 10 out of 10!!!@
Charlotte Sound Eko tour
rogerhX7175WE,,Jan 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fab boat tour with Andy and enthusiastic Will - was our best day yet in NZ. Saw a host of rare seabirds as well as captain pugwash (fur seal) and friendly hector dolphins. Thanks all For a great day!
Nice day out
Anne K,,Jan 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was fun! we have seen a lots of animals. Beautiful few on the island we visit. if you want to see some beautiful things of New Zealand. This is a great way. :)
Incredible tour in the Queen Charlotte Sounds with lots of wild animals
Rebecca lebeka,,Dec 27, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The guides Will and Dan were amazing, they explained a lot and made the tour very fun. We got to see the Hector's and bottlenose dolphins and several different birds. I can really recommend this tour.
From NZ$218.00
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