Mana Marina

Mana Marina is a privately owned marina located 25 km north of Wellington, in Porirua Harbor. Mana Marina is the closest North Island marina to the Malborough Sounds, with the entrance to Queen Charlotte Sound situated west, approximately 18 miles from the marina. The Marlborough Sounds are an extensive network of sea-drowned valleys at the north end of the South Island of New Zealand. You can hike through the forest or kayak around the headlands to discover sheltered inlets, clear waters and sandy bays. The Queen Charlotte Track is one of New Zealand’s most beautiful and accessible hiking trails, offering stunning views over the Marlborough Sounds, insights into New Zealand’s colonial history, and sections of virgin native forest teeming with wildlife. Marlborough is also New Zealand’s largest wine region, with a world-famous sauvignon blanc. The wine trail includes more than 40 cellar doors (wineries which are open to the public), ranging from boutique family producers to internationally recognized brands.