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, 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
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By Boat - Water Taxis
Water transfers are available from Havelock (30 mins); Te Mahia (10 mins) and Picton (approx 45 mins).There are several scheduled runs daily: Cougarline Water Transport or Kenepuru Water Taxi
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By 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.
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By Air
Flying with Soundsair from Wellington via Picton to Nopera (our local airfield), with a flight time of approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour. Land at our jetty in a float plane from Picton. Fly by Helicopter to our on-site Helipad.
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By Road
Driving from Picton or Blenheim generally takes 3 hours (2.5 hrs from Havelock). Water transfer is also available at Te Mahia along the Kenepuru Sound Road, (1.5 hours from Blenheim and Picton) where a car park is available.
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By Helicopter
Arrive by Helicopter, we recommend the following companies:
Queens Wharf - Raetihi Lodge Allow 25 Minutes
Marlborough Sounds
The South Island's northeast corner is dominated by the beautiful Marlborough Sounds, a half-submerged mountain range revealed as a labyrinth of waterways, inlets, coves, bays and islands. The result is a marvellous recreation area for boating, swimming, and fishing as well as walking and cycling. our Raetihi is the perfect base! The Marlborough Sounds consists of three sounds: The Queen Charlotte Sound, The Pelorus Sound and the Kenepuru Sound.