Visiting Picton on a Cruise Ship?
Here's a list of suggested activities that meet the timings of your stay.
Half Day Guided Sea Kayak
A fantastic trip for those with a short stay in Picton. Join our Half Day Guided Sea Kayak & maximise your experience. Your guide will share stories and their love for this incredible place while exploring the waterways of the Queen Charlotte Sound. The timings of the morning departures have been adjusted to suit the Cruise Ship Schedule.
Half or Full Day Mountain Bike Rental
Picton has some wonderful local tracks for you to explore. Victoria Domain has shorter options, and something for just about everyone. From the Grade 1 track to Waikawa Bay (5km), to the Grade 5 downhill sections on The Snout Tracks. The Link Pathway is 42km in total (you only go as far as you want!) and climbs above the spectacular Grove Arm of the Queen Charlotte Sound. Book either a Half Day or a Full Day Rental to enjoy the freedom to discover Picton’s Trails on your own. As part of the briefing our staff can advise you on which Trails could suit you best.
Sea Kayak Rental
Have some previous Sea Kayaking experience and would like the freedom to explore on your own? This is a great option for you. We will provide a full safety briefing including itinerary planning for the time you have. There are Half day and Full day options available, timings can be adjusted to suit.
Sit on Top Kayaks 
This is an ideal option for families looking to spend time on the water. Sit on Top Kayaks are open and safer for children, or if you aren’t feeling confident in the water. Hireable for 1 or 2 hours, you can either play of the Picton Foreshore, or for those explore the coastline up to Bobs Bay. Suitable for children 6yo or over, in a double with an adult. It is an option for your group to have a mix of Sit on Top Kayaks and Stand up Paddle Boards, to give your group more activity options.
Stand Up Paddle Boards
A different way to get out on the water. Those trying it for the first time can stay in the Picton Foreshore and master the art of standing up on water. Those with previous experience can explore the coastline up to Bob’s Bay. Stand Up Paddle Boards available to hire by the hour and can be teamed up with Sit on Top Kayaks to give your group more activity options.