Cruise up through the beautiful Queen Charlotte Sound to historical Ship Cove.

Cruise from Picton, up through the beautiful Queen Charlotte Sound to historical Ship Cove. Along the way your skipper will provide a commentary on the surrounds, history and the wildlife be it bird, fish or mammal!

Enjoy a site visit at Ship Cove, named by Captain James Cook in 1770 when his ship The Endeavour anchored here to replenish supplies of food, water and wood. It became a favorite anchorage of Captain Cook and he returned here a further four times between 1770 and 1777.

Take the opportunity to dabble in the creek where Captain Cook made home brew for his crew and share the beach with the resident wildlife. Have your photo taken beside the Captain Cook Monument commemorating his visits to this area or just relax and enjoy the tranquil surroundings.

Upon re-joining your vessel we will cruise through the Endeavour Inlet completing drop offs and deliveries of passengers and freight before returning to Picton.

Additional Terms and Conditions

• If you have a discount card please contact our office directly to receive your discount. Refunds will not be made if you book online at full rate.
• There is a minimum number of persons required for this tour to operate, our reservations team will contact you if this will not be going ahead.
• During the Winter Months we do operate on a reduced schedule, if the day you require is not available on the booking calendar please contact us to check for additional availability

Tour best bits

• Site visit at historical Ship Cove
• Skippers commentary on the history and residents of the area

• If travelling 01 Oct-30 Apr consider departing at 8am and visit Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary for the additional cost of $5 per person.
• Instead of returning directly to Picton get dropped off at Furneaux Lodge or Punga Cove Resort and stay for lunch. We'll pick you up late afternoon on the Magic Mail Run, the only additional cost is your lunch.