The 3 ferries provide a convenient regular link between the North and South Islands. Once on board, relax and enjoy a drink, a snack or a full meal while enjoying the 19 km cruise through the beautiful Marlborough Sounds. Journey time is approx 3 hours.

Wellington - Picton Services
Fly between Picton & Wellington in just 25 minutes. Enjoy stunning aerial views of Wellington, Cook Strait & the magnificent Marlborough Sounds. Sounds Air offers up to eight return flights a day in a 14 seat turbo prop Cessna Caravan. FREE shuttle provided between Picton Airport & Picton Township. Ideal for those who are short of time (day trippers) & those who don‚t travel well by sea or to add variety for those who have taken the ferry in one direction. Scenic Flights & Fly In Wilderness Adventures also available from Picton Airport.

Wellington - Kaikoura Services
2 return flights per day between Wellington and Kaikoura. The flight time is just 45 minutes, compared to a day's drive and ferry trip from Wellington, and is a sensational way access all the attractions of Kaikoura.

Departs Wellington: 8 am all year plus 4.30 pm summer (3.15 pm winter)
Departs Kaikoura: 9 am all year plus 5.30 pm summer (4.15 pm winter)