Explore an authentic mussel farm and savor the taste of fresh mussels during this picturesque, half -day catamaran excursion to the Marlborough Sounds. Picton, Pelorous Sound, Marlborough Sounds, Catamaran Cruise, Pelorous and Kenepuru Sounds, Penguins, Seabirds. After a short coach trip to Picton Pier, embark your vessel for a leisurely cruise through the Marlborough Sounds. The nutrient rich waters attract a wealth of marine life including penguins, seabirds, seals and three species of dolphins. During your cruise, your captain recounts local history, from the arrival of Captain Cook in the late -18th century to the pioneering generations that followed. A visit is made to one of the sound's mussel farms to discover the secrets of raising these delectable shellfish. Mussels are raised in a suspended culture, hanging from lines stretching from the surface to the bottom. Your visit includes an opportunity to sample fresh mussels accompanied by a glass of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. Following your tasting, cruise back to Picton.