Luxury Landing | Arapawa Blue Pearls

Arapawa Blue Pearls Accommodation is a truly unique seaside retreat, tucked into a sheltered bay on remote Arapaoa Island in the Marlborough Sounds. This peaceful waterfront lodge is the only place in New Zealand where you can stay right beside a working blue pearl farm. Completely off-grid and wonderfully private, it offers an intimate connection to the natural rhythms of the sea, with dolphins passing by, stingrays gliding beneath the jetty, and fish breaking the surface in the soft morning light. It’s a place where nature takes the lead and time slows to a gentle, restorative pace.

Arrival is an experience in itself, with helicopter access landing just metres from the water’s edge, alongside a private jetty and direct beach access overlooking the Tory Channel. Your hosts, the Radon family, have cultivated pearls and protected this pristine environment for generations, welcoming guests with warm hospitality and deep local knowledge that makes every stay feel personal and meaningful. Should weather conditions prevent flying, you’ll be rebooked onto a private road or boat transfer and refunded the fare difference, ensuring a seamless and stress-free journey.