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Welcome to the Queen Charlotte Sound, Tōtaranui. Find rich Māori & European history as you explore meandering coastlines and protected native forest by foot, sea-kayak, or mountain bike.

Learn about the Queen Charlotte Track Walks

The Queen Charlotte Track is known as the finest and most diverse coastal track in New Zealand. Beginning at the scenic & historic reserve of Meretoto Ship Cove, the 73.5km long track is truly one of the best in Aotearoa. Most people walk the track over four days, although any combination from one to five days is possible. Wilderness Guides are proud to have been part of the tourism landscape in the Marlborough Sounds for 23 years. We invite you to explore the Marlborough Sounds and Queen Charlotte Track with us.

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Two people walk on the northern Queen Charlotte Track in the Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand.

3 Day Upgrade Independent Walk

3 Day Independent Walk. Luxurious upgrade ensuite rooms, includes luggage transfers and daily lunch.

Beginner friendly | Lunch included

1 Day Queen Charlotte Sound Guided Kayak

1 Day Queen Charlotte Sound Guided Kayak. Beautiful bays to explore, wildlife to encounter and great food to enjoy – at a pace to suit you.

Regular or Electric Mountain Bikes available

Mountain Bike Rental

Regular and Electric Mountain Bike Rental around Picton or on the Queen Charlotte Track, range of adult sizes available.

4 Days | 73.5km

4 Day Upgrade Independent Walk

4 Day Independent Walk. Luxurious upgrade ensuite rooms, includes luggage transfers and daily lunch.

1 Day Guided Walk

If you are passing through Picton or Marlborough, this one day guided walk is an excellent outing into the Marlborough Sounds.

4 Days | 73.5km

4 Day Guided Walk

4 Day Guided Walk. The original Queen Charlotte Track NZ guided walk

4 Days | 73.5km

4 Day Standard Independent Walk

4 Day Independent Walk. Comfortable standard ensuite rooms, includes luggage transfers and lunch daily.

4 Days | 53km walk | 12-15km kayak

4 Day Guided Walk & Kayak

4 Day Guided Walk & Kayak. Combine walking with sea kayaking to truly experience the Marlborough Sounds.

5 Days | 73.5km

5 Day Guided Walk

5 Day Guided Walk. Extend your time in the Queen Charlotte Sounds and include a day of rest and recovery for weary walkers.

3 Day Standard Independent Walk

3 Day Independent Walk. Comfortable standard ensuite rooms, includes luggage transfers and lunch daily.

5 Days | 73.5km

5 Day Standard Independent Walk with Rest Day

5 Day Standard Independent Walk. Comfortable standard ensuite rooms, luggage transfers, track transport and daily lunch.

5 Days | 73.5km

5 Day Upgrade Independent Walk with Rest Day

5 Day Upgrade Independent Walk. Superior ensuite rooms with guaranteed scenic views, luggage transfer, track transport and daily lunch with a rest day along the way.

5 Days | 76.5km

5 Day Standard Independent Walk Each Day

5 Day Standard Independent Walk. Comfortable standard ensuite rooms, luggage transfers, track transport and daily lunch.

5 Days | 76.5km

5 Day Upgrade Independent Walk Each Day

5 Day Upgrade Independent Walk. Superior ensuite rooms with guaranteed sea views, luggage transfer, track transport and daily lunch with a rest day along the way.

3 Day Hike Bike Kayak Combo

3 Day Hike-Bike-Kayak. An affordable, fantastic package to 'do it all' in the Marlborough Sounds

4 -6 Hours | 28.5km

1 Day Mountain Bike Trip – Ship Cove to Punga Cove

1 Day Mountain Bike Trip – Ship Cove to Punga Cove. Grade 3-4 Technical riding over loose rock, roots, and rutty single track.

4-6 Hours | 24.5km

1 Day Mountain Bike – Torea Saddle to Punga Cove

1 Day Mountain Bike – Torea Saddle to Punga Cove. Physically challenging with over 900m elevation gain across the day.

4-6 Hours | 20.5km

1 Day Mountain Bike – Torea Saddle to Anakiwa

1 Day Mountain Bike – Torea Bay to Anakiwa. Grade 5 steep hill climb and descent to start, not recommended after rain.

2 Days | 43.5km

2 Day Mountain Bike Trip

2 Day Mountain Bike Trip. Combines the two best days of the Queen Charlotte Track to ride – everything arranged while you just enjoy the ride!

3 Days | 73.5km

3 Day Mountain Bike Trip

3 Day Mountain Bike Trip. Everything arranged for you and with plenty of time to soak up the scenery of the Queen Charlotte Track as you ride.

4 Day All-Inclusive Walk

Queen Charlotte Track 4 Day Deluxe Independent Walk. Combines the best boutique lodges with luggage transfers, track transport and meals while you walk independently.

1 Day Link Pathway Kayak & Walk/Bike

1 Day Link Kayak & Walk. Experience all the iconic activities of the spectacular Queen Charlotte Sound in just one day!

Half Day Queen Charlotte Sound Guided Kayak

Half Day Queen Charlotte Sound Guided Kayak. All the elements of the day trip – in half the time!

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The remote beauty of the Queen Charlotte Track awaits

The Marlborough Sounds and the Queen Charlotte Track is the ultimate place to hike, mountain bike and sea kayak with Wilderness Guides as you follow in the footsteps of those gone before. Never has there been a better time to explore!

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Let our team show you the Queen Charlotte Track and Marlborough Sounds.

Our team live, work and play in this fantastic region - your guides are local people. Call us on +64 3 5735432. Freephone (NZ only): 0800 266 266. Freephone (Aus only): 1800 281 827

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