Scenic crossing of Cook Strait into the Marlborough Sounds.
Wellington to Picton, about 3.5 hours
The Interislander carries passengers and cars to Picton. The last hour winds through the Marlborough Sounds and is one of the most scenic ferry routes in the world.
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| Name | Kind | What it is |
|---|---|---|
| MartinboroughWairarapa, about 1 hour | Wine village | Small village surrounded by vineyards. |
| Kāpiti IslandOff Paraparaumu, about 1 hour | Nature reserve | Island bird sanctuary reached by licensed boat. |
| Cape PalliserSouthern Wairarapa, about 2 hours | Coast | Lighthouse and fur seal colony at the North Island’s southern tip. |
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