• Queen Charlotte Sound - Cruise through the tranquil waterways of the Queen Charlotte Sound, see wildlife and native flora and fauna along the way

• Commentary on board
• On-board restrooms

• Food
• Hotel pickup and drop-off

For more than 150 years, mail has been transported via boat in the Queen Charlotte Sounds, a service we are proud to be the sole officially sanctioned New Zealand Post Rural Delivery Service by water in the Queen Charlotte Sound, rendering this tour truly unparalleled!

Join us on the Mail Boat Cruise to partake in the thrilling routine of Mail Day, as the captain distributes rural postal bags, groceries, and freight to the inhabitants of the Queen Charlotte Sound waterways.

Given ample time, the Mail Boat Cruise may briefly halt at a breathtaking location within the Queen Charlotte waterways, and chart your route to be revealed at the time of check-in.

Beachcomber Cruises keep cups are offered for purchase at $6 in the office prior to your departure. As a part of our environmental efforts, we abstain from using single-use cups on our vessels. Whenever you purchase a Beachcomber Cruises keep cup, you’re entitled to complimentary tea and coffee onboard throughout the tour.

• Guests are welcome to bring their own food and drinks to consume on board
• Closed-toe walking shoes suitable for walking are recommended
• Not accessible for motorized wheelchairs
• Please Note: The stop at Ship Cove only occurs during Summer months of 1st Oct to 30th April
• We are not able to pick up / drop off at the Cruise Ship Terminal - you must make your way to our booking office
• Please note that this tour departs sharply on schedule at 1:30pm
• The boat used for the tour can vary from a smaller 9 seater to a 99 seater catamaran and is not guaranteed

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.