Aihe - Salmon and Mussel Farms Cruise

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Salmon & Mussel Farms Cruise

Delicious oysters, green lipped mussel and King Pacific Salmon are farmed in Big Glory Bay, in the south-eastern corner of Paterson Inlet.

Travel to Big Glory Bay where your Skipper will take you on a leisurely cruise around the farms, providing information on processes that take place. View harvesting of salmon or mussels, subject to whether this is taking place. Enjoy some of the wildlife that make Big Glory their home, where they can enjoy the local delicacies.

The produce of the farms can be enjoyed at Stewart Island eateries and is exported overseas.

Map of Where Cruise Operates

We travel southeast from Golden Bay Wharf to Big Glory Bay, the site of the salmon, mussel and oyster farms.

Cruise Summary

Cruise Summary	Aihe - Salmon & Mussel Farms Cruise
Cruise	Delicious oysters, green lipped mussel and King Pacific salmon are farmed in Big Glory Bay, in the south-eastern corner of Paterson Inlet. Your crew will take you on a leisurely cruise around the farms at Big Glory Bay and provide information on the history and working of the farms.
Wildlife Encounters	Some of the wildlife we have seen on our cruise include: Little blue penguins, occasionally yellow-eyed penguins, white-fronted terns, oystercatchers, Stewart Island shag, spotted shag, pied shag, little black shag. Bottle-nosed dolphins and fur seals occasionally.
Duration	2 hours
Cost	Adult $120.00 Child $85.00
Conservation	We donate $1.00 p.p. per tour into our conservation fund.
Minimum	4 persons
Maximum	10 persons (for a better experience, though we can take 12)
Children	Suitable for children from 10 years. Younger children are allowed at the discretion of management
Available	All year round, subject to demand.
Times	8.45 am to 10.45 am. Afternoon tours may be available, but harvesting may not be taking place.
Departure / Return Point	Golden Bay Wharf: 10 - 15 minutes walk from the centre of Oban Village. Licensed shuttle service available if required $6.00 p.p. one way or $12.00 p.p. return to and from Golden Bay Wharf.
Fitness	Ability to get on and off boat. No walking involved.