Sunny Blenheim is in the midst of beautiful wine country, and is also a birdwatcher’s paradise where more than 90 species can be observed.
Marlborough has a number of predator free, island sanctuaries – home to protected birds including the Okarito kiwi and rare king shag, as well as long-tailed wattled bat colonies and threatened reptiles and amphibians. The more adventurous can enjoy activities such as whale watching trips, observing the rare Hector’s dolphin in Marlborough Sound, or taking bush walks or kayaking.
To the south east of Blenheim lies an extensive area of wetlands known as Wairau Lagoon. This area supports around 90 species of birds, including the striking royal spoonbill which can be observed in its breeding plumage during the spring months.
With an average of 2,438 hours of sunshine a year, Blenheim enjoys hot, relatively dry summers and crisp winters. The region’s thriving wine and food industry provides plenty of attractionsr, including vineyard tours and discovering artisan food outlets. Just 28 kilometres drive away is the seaport of Picton, the gateway to the Marlborough Sound, Wellington and the North Island.
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