The Ship Cove Cruise
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Back-to-Ship
Guarantee
Hassle-free
Cancellation
3.5 hours (approx.)
Shared Tour
Overview
Meet your Skipper at Picon with a warm welcome you will board your catamaran boat. Sail away from Picton, up through the 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!
As the name would suggest the highlight of this tour is a 30-minute stopover at Ship Cove. Named by Captain James Cook on 15 January 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 surrounds.
On re-joining your vessel cruise via Endeavour Inlet to view Furneaux Lodge and Punga Cove Resort before returning to Picton.
What's Included
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English speaking local Skipper
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Wildlife viewing
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30-minute stop at Ship Cove
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Endeavour Inlet sightseeing
Considerations
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Lunch.
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Please arrive at your meeting point 30 minutes before the start time for an on-time departure.
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Bring cash and/or credit card for any additional purchases (shopping/food/drinks) on the day.
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Please be advised that Discover is not an accepted credit card and American Express usage may be limited
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Gratuities/Tips are not included in your tour, if you would like to leave a tip, please bring cash.
Special Instructions
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Local currency is the NZD (New Zealand Dollar).
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Wear loose fitting, light weight clothing and comfortable walking shoes.
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The sun is very harsh; wear a hat, sunglasses and a minimum of 30+ sunscreen, even if you are outside for short periods.
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Bring a light sweater, jumper or rain jacket, prepare for many seasons in a day!
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Bring your fully charged camera, additional batteries and memory cards if required.
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Guests are welcome to bring any food or beverages to be consumed onboard.
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Catamaran licensed for up to 90 people. This is the vessel that is generally used on this tour. Indoor and outside seating available; non-air conditioned.
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup and Dropoff at the Cruise Port Included.
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