The Marlborough Sounds have long been recognised as one of the jewels of New Zealand. The best way to complete the Queen Charlotte Walk is to take a water-taxi from Picton to the start of the track at Ship Cove, and finish in Anakiwa. There are great accommodations along the way and water-taxis will transfer your backpack every day. For a detailed map of the area: http://www.destination.co.nz/queen.charlotte/map.htm ** These photos not to be reproduced without express written consent from the photographer. Contact cbarreb@cox.net ** ... (more)