The Whale Train

24/02/2026

"Train passengers to disembark by ramp near Moorhouse Ave for Christchurch’s April stadium opening". https://www.thepress.co.nz/nz-news/360954025/event-express-train-passengers-will-disembark-central-christchurch

14/02/2026

Fantastic to see our Marlborough Flyer brand celebrating Valentine's Day this morning with a sold out "Romance of Rail" tour.

28/01/2026

Something for your social calendar if you are in Canterbury on the 8th of March!

24/01/2026

27/12/2025

Impressive sight in Picton this morning during the arrival of the majestic Discovery Princess. The Marlborough Flyer is hosting an equally impressive 260 cruise ship passengers today.

22/12/2025

The Marlborough Flyer marks 8 years since inception in 2017. Peter Norman, Seen here in 2018, President of Steam Incorporated celebrates the end of the first season delivering the operational contract for Pounamu Tourism's, Marlborough Flyer. Peter is pictured here with Gary Jackson & Paul Jackson, Pounamu Tourism and John Bovis Steam, Incorporated. "The Marlborough Flyer has long terms plans to continue to contribute to regional tourism", says Paul Jackson.

20/12/2025

Looking for the perfect Xmas gift...join us on a coastal escape to "The Store" in Kekerengu www.marlboroughflyer.co.nz

17/12/2025

For all Crusader Fans...

All aboard, Crusaders fans 🚆

We’re heading south in style for our pre-season clash with the Highlanders in Timaru on 30 January 2026. Introducing the Crusaders Supporters Train, a one-of-a-kind match day experience combining rugby, rail travel, Southern Alps pride, cold beers and good mates.

Seats are limited. Don’t miss the ride.
Bookings via mainlander.co.nz

25/11/2025

⛴ Cruise Season Off to a “Flying” Start 🚂

Last Wednesday our first cruise excursion of the season on The Marlborough Flyer was enjoyed by 237 passengers from Holland America’s MS Noordam. This Wednesday MS Noordam returns.

🎅 Have you booked your Santa in Seddon trip with the kids? 🚂
Don’t miss out, 80% sold, book now!

(Photo: Port Marlborough Pilot Boat Team)

19/11/2025

02/11/2025

The Whale Train 🚂🐋 Christchurch to Kaikoura same day return!
Thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday, a great day out enjoyed by over 200 passengers. Watch this space for our next date release.

Full Tour Schedule here: www.railjourneysnewzealand.co.nz

The Whale Train - Kaikoura Race Day Marlborough Flyer Steam Incorporated Pounamu Tourism Group Harness Racing New Zealand Kaikoura Races - Kaikoura Trotting Club