link_home  
accomlink
activity
local_info
links
 

[Overlooking Portage bay from the deck at Debretts ]

 

Getting Here

 

 

Debretts is located in Portage Bay just off Kenepru Drive. It is accessible by boat, car, and plane.

By Car

Picton – Debretts                    1.25 hours

Nelson – Debretts                   2 hours

Blenheim – Debretts              1.5 hours

Christchurch – Debretts         5.5 hours

The last 30-40 minutes of this drive is along a twisting, but stunningly scenic road. There are many look out points. You may want to allow time to do this portion slowly and enjoy the views.

By Boat

Picton – Torea Bay      15 minutes.

Water taxis run both scheduled and chartered runs (it is best to book ahead of time). It is a half hour walk over Torea Saddle to Debretts, but a taxi can be arranged by appointment (ask when booking your accommodation).

 

Havelock – Portage Bay            35 minutes

Water taxis can be arranged. This is a great way to see the Sounds.

By Plane

Wellington – Picton (regular flights by Sounds Air)

The airport is 15 minutes out of Picton. A shuttle will need to be arranged, then transport from Picton to Debretts (see By Boat).

 

Major New Zealand Airports – Blenheim (frequent daily flights)

30-minute shuttle to Picton, then 15 minute water taxi to Torea Bay.

 

map
 
 
[Design & photos by Morgan Hiser] [Photos by Brett Cusiel]