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Pelorus Mail Boat

Havelock, Marlborough

Ride along on the working mail boat delivering to remote bays in Pelorus Sound.

Price
Roughly NZ$80 to 130 per adult, confirm with the operator
Booking
Book ahead
Time to allow
6 hours

Departing from Havelock Marina, the mail boat visits remote homes and farms in the Pelorus Sound while taking passengers along. It is a long day on the water with lunch stops. Schedules vary with season so confirm with the operator.

Good to know

  • Bring your own lunch
  • Confirm days and times, they vary with season
Best time
Fine day
Open
All year, varying days
Getting there
Sealed to Havelock Marina.
Vehicles
Campervans fine
Dogs
No dogs

Facilities

  • Toilets

The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.

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