Welcome to Marlborough
The Marlborough region is located in the north-eastern corner of the South Island of New Zealand and is famous for its sunny, year-round climate, many beautiful sounds-sunken valleys and its huge grape growing and wine making industry.
Explore the beautiful Queen Charlotte Sound, hike the famous Queen Charlotte Track or take a winery tour of the many boutique vineyards.
Weather
Marlborough weather is typically calm and warm. Summer enjoys hot dry days, and winter cool frosty mornings with clear sunny days.
Local Transport
Marlborough enjoys a modern transport system, with well maintained roads, cycleways, foot paths, airports, wharves and boat ramps. Public transport options include buses, taxis and water taxis.
If you are looking to hire a car, there are a wide range of car rental companies providing this service. Many rental car companies provide a pick up/drop off service to the Marlborough Airport located in Blenheim.
Things to do in Marlborough
Along with beautiful warm sunny days, sprawling vineyards and gorgeous bays, Marlborough is a place where you can easily wile away your days. The Queen Charlotte Track is perhaps the best walking track in New Zealand, with 67 kilometres of trail following lush coastal forest, coves, inlets, and skyline ridges.
The Marlborough Sounds offer a host of activities, from boat cruises, to fishing, kayaking, whale watching and swimming with dolphins.
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