About SoundsWild
The SoundsWILD Company, based in Picton, is a leading
sea kayaking outfit in
the Marlborough Sounds. Owner and chief guide Steve
Maley has more than ten year's experience as a sea
kayaking guide and all of his staff are highly
trained and experienced. Just as importantly, the entire
SoundsWILD team love what they do and are a dedicated
and friendly crew who love sharing
their knowledge and passion for sea kayaking in the
Marlborough Sounds with
you.
SoundsWILD prides itself on its reputation as the
provider of the most personalised and friendly sea
kayaking service in New Zealand. Our clients return
year after year because we really believe in value
for money and giving you the vacation of a lifetime.
We will discuss all of your specific needs, requirements
and interests with you to ensure that your SoundsWILD
sea kayaking adventure is perfect for you. No other
sea kayaking company provides this level of personalised
service.
We are one of the best-priced
companies - we're also big on looking after all who
come paddling with us.
For more information about the range of SoundsWILD
sea kayaking trips available, you can talk directly
to the SoundsWILD team on ++64 (0)3 573- 5577 or call
us on FREEPHONE 0800 081 092
A few years ago, a New York Times reporter came out
to experience first hand the beauty and tranquility
of a kayaking trip out into the Marlborough Sounds
with SoundsWILD. This is what Natasha Nowakowski's
published article said.
Look! Dolphins!"
My friend Bill is frantically pointing
to a crowd of seabirds diving into the blue-green water
50 yards away. At first, all I see are birds, but seconds
later, five sleek gray backs leap and twist elegantly
into view. Not believing it, I race my sea kayak closer
for a better look, and sure enough, there are five
dusky dolphins indulging in a feeding frenzy with a
flock of gannets. It was a riveting sight, and it was
moments before I realized I was forgetting to breathe. Article
continued here
About the Marlborough Sounds
 The
Marlborough Sounds are a labyrinth of bays, coves
and campsites. Around one-third of New Zealand's
coastline is in this unique area; your playground
of 900 kilometres of foreshore reserve! The area will
surprise and delight you with its wildlife, native
forests and history. The Sounds are rich in Maori history,
from the many areas of old pa sites to the myths and
legends about the creation of this strangely shaped
area. Maori occupied this area for thousands of years,
appreciating the rich mineral belt and mining it for
argillite to make tools and weapons.
Tasman and Cook both sheltered in the Sounds when discovering
this beautiful country. Cook introduced new crops to
local Maori and also introduced pigs,
sheep and goats. Eventually Europeans were to settle
in this area for whaling, farming, gold mining and
forestry.
The birds you'll see around you, both on the water
and at your campsite, are amazing. Sooty shear waters,
gannets, shags, terns, tui, wood pigeon (kereru) and
the weka. Dolphins are often seen on trips, sometimes
up close and sometimes playing in the distance. In
the more remote areas we visit, you may see the common
dolphin, the largest of these beautiful and friendly
creatures. The adults are big and playful and often
provide clients with an unforgettable encounter.
The campsites we use on our trips are secluded and
away from the madding crowd. Most of the time your
group will be the only ones there and if you are sharing,
it will only be with a few people. For seafood lovers,
there are fish to catch and mussels and oysters to
collect off the rocks (in the Pelorus Sounds only).
It's so clean here - the water is giardia free and
you can still take it from the creeks without needing
to treat it.
When you visit New Zealand, come and see the Marlborough
Sounds - it's like going back in time.
For more information write,
call or email
us.
Coming
soon -more articles highlighting the best of Soundswild
- Holidays to remember.
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About Picton....... where you'll find SoundsWild
Picton is a small seaport at the head of the Queen
Charlotte Sound offering a relaxed setting with beautiful
beaches, easy bush walks and an outstanding climate.
For more information about Picton, click
here
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