A town in the Marlborough region of New Zealand, Picton is the gateway to the Marlborough Sounds, a network of sea-drowned valleys. The town is beautiful and picturesque, and acts as the entry point to a variety of forest, island and marine landmarks in the Marlborough Sounds. A small and simple marine town, it serves as the ideal stop for a few days on way to the bigger attractions that lie ahead. But the town in itself has a lot to offer which makes the stay pleasant and enjoyable for people of all ages.
One of the many attractions that the city offers is the Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary. The experience of the island, which is the home of the real South Island Saddleback, is a one of its kind experience. With guided tours amidst the lush trails, one is mesmerised by the surrounding chorus of a thousand birds. Some of the rarest, endangered and unique species of birds are located at Motuara Bird Sanctuary. Along with birds like the endangered saddleback, kakariki, New Zealand falcon, tomtits, and the special kiwi birds of New Zealand, the Motuara Bird Sanctuary offers splendid views of the Kaikoura ranges, the Kapiti Islands and Mt.Taranaki on either side from the jetty at the top of the island.
Another main tourist attraction is kayaking at the waters of Anakiwa at the Queen Charlotte Track. One can kayak all the way to Ship Cove from Anakiwa. Along with kayaking, the waters at Queen Charlotte Track are also famous for fishing, cruising, yachting and dolphin gazing, which are all incorporated on the route to the Motuara Island.
Apart from the outdoor activities, the Ecoworld Aquarium located at Picton is definitely worth a visit. The third largest aquatic animal facility in the whole of New Zealand, the aquarium plays host to a variety of fish species along with sea horses, sea turtles, penguins, giant weta and the ancient tuatara among many others. The seven day pass system allows whole hearted fun for an entire week, and is a perfect vacation activity.
New Zealand offers a great diverse experience which caters to a variety of people with varied tastes. Picton is no exception. It is the perfect spot if you have three to four days at hand and want a serene and calm experience. One of the best options for travellers who want to explore the city of Picton along with the surrounding spectacular places of beauty is availing the car rental facilities. When in Picton, car hire services provide a comfortable and convenient mode of conveyance. The experience of Picton is enhanced by the viable yet luxurious car rental services.