Havelock Info Centre - Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand

Maud island is a scientific reserve and serves as a predator-free island sanctuary for native species. The island is only open to the public for specially-permitted commercial trips in summer or by arrangement with the Department of Conservation. Pelorus Tours operates the only tours for the public to this unique island in the Pelorus sound!

After departing Havelock 9am sharp we will cruise on down the beautiful Pelorus Sounds firstly visiting a mussel farm. We then visit nesting Shags at Dillon Bell and the Gannet colony at Waimaru (weather permitting). 
From Waimaru we will travel to Maud Island, the Tom Shand Scientific Reserve for the guided tour. This involves an hours walking along a relatively level old farm track, to a World War II gun emplacement.

On Maud Island there are many rare or endangered species, fauna species indigenous to the island and introduced endangered or rare species, some of which require varying degrees of management. 
These include takahe, lizards, geckos, the Maud Island frog, land snails, scarab beetles; flax weevils; the click beetle and the Giant Weta unique to Cook Strait. 
This management programme means most species may be seen (weather and wildlife permitting). 
While still on the Island you may be asked to undertake a simple conservation task to help preserve this unique island and its wildlife. Then, after boarding your vessel, we make the return journey to Havelock.

Price

Leaving from Havelock 9am, returning approximately at 6:30pm.
Adults $125
Children $65 (13 years and under)
All prices include DOC fees & port company charges.

For bookings and more information:
Phone: 03 574 2104
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