With over 20 years experience taking people around the Queen Charlotte Sounds the Cougar Line has a commitment to safety and quality of our vessels. We pride ourselves on the personal and professional service we provide.

  • Active members of the Marine Transport Association
  • Qualmark endorsed Visitor Transport Activity
  • Members of Destination Marlborough IMG & TIANZ

About Cougar Line

Cougar Line, the Marlborough Sounds premier water transport company, has over 21 years experience transporting people and goods to and from the Queen Charlotte track , resorts and private homes along the Marlborough Sounds.

You can trust the Cougar Line to make sure your Queen Charlotte Track experience goes to plan. Providing a fast and efficient service to all resorts along the Queen Charlotte Sound our experienced staff have a wide knowledge of the area and are extremely friendly and helpful.

The Cougar Line (with over 21 years years of operating experience) owned by Jill and Mark Evans for the last seven years, have gained a reputation for quality vessels and outstanding service that they provide for international visitors and domestic holiday makers.

The Cougar Line has four vessels which supply a regular and reliable service to all points of the Queen Charlotte Sound and a team of highly experienced skipper and hostesses. Friendly office staff respond to guest queries and confirm reservations. During peak season times Cougar LIne has a 14 strong crew ensuring excellent client service.


QualMark Endorsed Visitor Transport Cougar Line • The Waterfront • PO Box 238 • Picton • New Zealand
Freephone: 0800 504090 (NZ callers only) • Phone: + 64 3 573 7925
Fax: + 64 3 573 7926 • Email: enquiries@cougarlinecruises.co.nz
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