Getting to Raetihi Lodge in the Marlborough Sounds

In the heart of the Marlborough Sounds you’ll find the journey to our retreat accommodation a stunning scenic experience which ever route you choose.

Situated at "Double Bay", on the North-West shore of the Kenepuru Sound, is Raetihi Lodge (view map), a 4 star plus Hotel Lodge, accessible by water air and road. By boat from Havelock, Te Mahia or Picton; scenic flight by helicopter, floatplane or light plane; and the Kenepuru Road by car

Transport

• By Boat

  Water transfers are available from Havelock (30 mins); Te Mahia (10 mins) and Picton (approx 45 mins). We recommend the following companies:

  Cougarline Water Transport - providing a fast and efficient water taxi service to all resorts, lodges and private jettys along the Queen Charlotte Sound with scheduled daily departures Cougar Line has gained a reputation for quality vessels and outstanding service

  Kenepuru Water Taxi- are available 7 days a week, and don't run to a time-table, so you are able to travel when it suits you. They provide water transport for people who are staying at Raetihi Lodge and other destinations within the Kenepuru Sound
  
  Marlborough Travel- Marlborough Travel is a family owned tourism company that has operated scenic cruises in the Marlborough Sounds for over twenty years. We highly recomend the Greenshell Mussel Cruise take in the natural beauty of this tranquil environment, learn about the history of the Marlborough Sounds and the pioneering families who have settled here. Visit a Greenshell Mussel farm where your launch captain will explain how and why this delicacy grows so well in the Marlborough Sounds.  While at the mussel farm we serve freshly steamed mussels with a glass of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, a wonderful wine and food match in a beautiful part of Marlborough, after this truely unique experience you will delivered right to the door step at Raetihi Lodge

• By Private Boat - Use our Mooring

  We have three registered moorings for guests arriving in their own boat either for Lodge accommodation or for diners wishing to use our licensed restaurant and bar facilities. Make your own way through the Marlborough Sounds into the Kenepuru Sound.

• By Air

  A quick and easy option to get to Raetihi Lodge - we recommend the following companies:

  Soundsair - flying with Soundsair from Wellington via Picton to Nopera (our local airfield), with a flight time of approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour

  Picton Float Plane - the ultimate way to arrive! Picton Float Plane offers charter flight service throughout the Marlborough Sounds, Abel Tasman National Park and Wellington, their flights are flown to suit your schedule, safely, fast and reliably.Whether traveling for business or pleasure - their charter service can save you both time and money, and they offer a truly breathtaking experience

  Helipro - fly by helicopter to our on-site helipad, Helipro can assist with all your transport needs

  Windhawk Helicopters - combine your journey to Raetihi Lodge with a spectacular scenic flight around the Marlborough Sounds

• By Road

  Driving from Picton or Blenheim generally takes 3 hours (2.5 hrs from Havelock). Water transfer is also available from Te Mahia along the Kenepuru Sound Road, (1.5 hours from Blenheim and Picton) where a car park is available to leave your vehicle whilst you stay at Raetihi

Please contact us for details of transfer arrangements.