Cougar Line operate departures 364 days (closed Christmas Day)
Cougar Line vessels depart from The Town Wharf in Picton
Bookings are essential
Check-in time is 30 minutes prior to departure for all services.
Call 0800 50 40 90 for help
YHA, BBH card holders discount
We operate two different timetables: Summer & Winter
On Demand Water Taxi charters are available. Please enquire for availability & fares.

Terms & Conditions

A full refund will be given if booking is cancelled in advance of travel.
Some special charters may require a deposit to secure the booking in peak season.
Cougar Line reserves the right to cancel or amend any sailing in the interests of customer safety and comfort.

Resort Transfers

For information on transfers to resorts and lodges in the Marlborough Sounds visit our Transfers to Resorts and Private Jetties page.

Exclusive Cruise Charters & Group booking

For information on Cougar Line group and charter cruises please visit our Group Cruise page.

PLEASE NOTE

While we take all reasonable care of your luggage please understand luggage passes through a number of different hands a day. Therefore luggage is transferred at owner’s risk.

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Timetable & Fares

General Timetable

Summer: 1 October – 30 April

Departs	8:00am, 10:00am, 1:30pm & 6:00pm* (*every day 1 Dec – Easter) Every Friday evening all year.
Returns	11:30am, 4:30pm. these times are approximate & may vary on a daily basis.
During peak season there will be express departures from Picton direct to Bay of Many Coves at 9:15am and to Torea Bay ex Portage Resort Hotel at 10:30am.

Winter: 1 May – 30 September

Departs	9:00am, 1:30pm. Friday evenings at 5:30pm Departure to Grove Arm 2:00pm
Returns	11:30am, 1:00pm, 4:30pm. Midday & 4:30pm. approx.

Fares

TRANSFERS

	Fare Price
Track / Resort transfers	Varies from bay to bay
Luggage transfers	Complimentary included in return fares
Bike transfers	$5.00 / bike / transfer
Kayak transfers	$20.00 / single kayak $30.00 / double kayak

Cruise 'n Walk Options

	Fare Price	Departs Picton
5 hour Cruise 'n Walk	$68.00 adult $34.00 child	8:00am (October – April) 9:00am (May – September)
4 hour Cruise 'n Walk	$68.00 adult $34.00 child	8:00am (October – April) 9:00am (May – September)
3 hour Cruise 'n Walk	$68.00 adult $34.00 child	10:00am (October – April) 9:00am (May – September)
2 hour Cruise 'n Walk	$68.00 adult $34.00 child	10:00am (October – April) 9:00am (May – September)
1 hour Cruise 'n Walk	$68.00 adult $34.00 child	10:00am (October – April) 9:00am (May – September)
Half Day Cruise 'n Walk	$50.00 adult $25.00 child	11:30am

Sounds Delivery Cruise Options

	Fare Price	Departs Picton
2 hour Hidden Bay Cruise	$45.00 adult $25.00 child	2:30pm (October – April) 2:00pm (May – September)
3 hour Sounds Delivery Cruise	$68.00 adult $34.00 child	10:00am & 1:30pm (October – April) 9:00am & 1:30pm (May – September)
Ship Cove Picnic	$68.00 adult $34.00 child	10:00am (October – April) 9:00am (May – September)
Lunch Cruise	$68.00 adult (lunch not included)	10:00am (October – April) 9:00am (May – September)
Twilight 'Salmon & Sauvignon' Cruise	$68.00 adult only	6:00pm (mid December – until February)
Early Bird Eco Tour Cruise	$80.00 adult $40.00 child	8:00pm (October – April)

Group Cruise Options

	Fare Price	Departs Picton
Corporate	POA	Tailored to suit
Wedding	POA	Tailored to suit
School & Clubs	POA	Tailored to suit

Prices are valid to 30 September 2009 but are subject to change.
Prices quoted are in NZ$ and include gst.
Special rates may be available on request.
Children’s Fares: Under 15 years. Infants under 5 no charge.15 and over, adult rates apply.

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