Most people arrive in the Marlborough region by ferry from Wellington.
This wine-producing region is known for its excellent sauvignon blanc wine, particularly the famed Cloudy Bay and the popular Montana wines. Although some travellers stay in the region to pick up fruit picking work, most of those who decide to linger in Marlborough usually stay on to explore the breathtaking Marlborough Sounds. Many backpackers choose to hike the Queen Charlotte Track.
