Youβve Been Given an E-Ko Wildlife Reward
A past E-Ko guest has shared this reward with you. Use it to save on selected wildlife experiences, stay longer in Picton, or start your marine wildlife learning pathway.
Enter the promo code during booking or follow the claim instructions below. Rewards apply to selected products only.
Pick the offer that fits your next trip
Use the code shown on each reward card. Follow the link, book online, and enter the promo code at checkout.
Motuara Island Wildlife & Dolphin Cruise
Main E-Ko guest referral reward
- Wild dolphins, seals and seabirds
- Guided visit to predator-free Motuara Island
- No Seasickness Guarantee
- Save $17.40 per adult
Picton Wildlife Stay Packages
Best for staying longer in Picton
- Selected Wildlife Stay packages
- Two nights in Picton plus E-Ko wildlife experiences
- Best value for couples and deeper stays
- Save up to $167 for 2 guests on Premium Wildlife Stay
Winter Stay 3 Pay 2
Seasonal winter-only bonus
- Stay 3 nights and pay for 2
- Seasonal winter Wildlife Stay offer
- Currently linked to selected accommodation partner
- Cannot be combined with other stay promo codes
Free Hectorβs Dolphin Course
Start the Marine Guide Training pathway
- Short online Hectorβs Dolphin speciality course
- Course value $29 USD
- First step into Marine Guide Training
- Then email training@marineguidetraining.com to claim Level 1 access
Claiming your reward is simple
Choose the offer you want, follow the correct link, and enter the promo code when booking. Training rewards have a separate email claim step.
Choose your reward
Pick the offer that fits your plans: Motuara cruise, Wildlife Stay, winter stay deal, or free wildlife learning.
Follow the offer link
Each reward has its own link. Use the correct booking page so the promo code applies to the right product.
Enter the promo code
Type the code exactly as shown. Codes apply only to selected products and cannot be combined with other package codes.
Book or claim access
For tours and stays, complete your booking online. For training rewards, start the free course and email Marine Guide Training.
Important reward notes
- EKOREWARD10 is for the Motuara Island Wildlife & Dolphin Watching Cruise.
- STAYLONGER10 is for selected Wildlife Stay packages.
- WINTER3FOR2 is a separate seasonal winter offer and cannot be combined with STAYLONGER10.
- MGTLEVEL1FREE is claimed by emailing training@marineguidetraining.com after starting the training pathway.
Save 10% on the Motuara Island Wildlife & Dolphin Cruise
This is the main E-Ko reward to pass on. It gives your friends or family a clear reason to book one of Pictonβs strongest wildlife experiences.
Wild dolphin search through the calm sheltered waters of Queen Charlotte Sound.
Predator-free Motuara Island with rare native birds, forest and coastal views.
No Seasickness Guarantee because the cruise stays in protected Marlborough Sounds waters.
Travel with purpose β every booking supports E-Koβs wildlife, education and conservation work.
Enter EKOREWARD10 during booking. Valid for selected Motuara Island Wildlife & Dolphin Cruise bookings only.
Turn a wildlife tour into a Picton stay
Use your E-Ko reward to stay longer, see more wildlife, and make Picton part of the holiday instead of just a stopover.
10% off selected Wildlife Stay packages
Best for guests who want two nights in Picton plus E-Ko wildlife experiences, island visits and more time in the Marlborough Sounds.
- π‘ Selected Wildlife Stay packages
- π¬ Includes E-Ko wildlife experiences
- π Stay based in Picton
- π° Save up to $167 for 2 guests on Premium Wildlife Stay
Winter Stay 3, Pay 2
A separate seasonal winter offer for guests who want more time, more wildlife and better winter value in Picton.
- βοΈ Seasonal winter-only offer
- π Stay 3 nights, pay for 2
- π¨ Linked to selected accommodation provider
- π° Current saving: $232
Start free. Then build toward professional marine guiding.
Your E-Ko wildlife experience can be the start of something bigger. Begin with the free Hectorβs Dolphin Course, then request Level 1 access and move toward the 2027 Field Guide Course in Picton.
Complete the FREE Hectorβs Dolphin Course
Short online speciality course. Best first step after your E-Ko tour.
Request FREE Level 1 access
After starting the pathway, email Marine Guide Training to request access to the Level 1 WCA Certified Whale Champion Course.
Work toward the 2027 Field Guide Course
For serious learners, the next commercial pathway is the 5-day Field Guide Course in Picton.
Field Guide booking bonus
Students who progress into the 5-day Field Guide Course can receive the Level 2 WCA Certified Marine Guide Course free as pre-study.
Level 2 value: $299 USDBest for people who want to go deeper after their wildlife tour.
Keep learning after your E-Ko tour
Your reward also gives you access to free wildlife images, species information and conservation learning connected to the animals and places your tour supports.
Wildlife Image Library
Browse E-Ko wildlife images from the Marlborough Sounds. Use them to remember your trip, share the experience, or learn more about local species.
- π· Free wildlife images
- π¬ Dolphins, seabirds, seals and penguins
- πΏ Marlborough Sounds wildlife focus
Wildlife Species Library
Learn about the dolphins, seabirds, rare birds and marine wildlife found around Queen Charlotte Sound and the predator-free islands.
- π¦ Rare native birds
- π¬ Dolphin and marine mammal information
- ποΈ Predator-free island wildlife
Conservation Impact
E-Ko uses tourism, education and wildlife observation to support better outcomes for local species, visitors and the Marlborough Sounds.
- π Wildlife education
- π Long-term sighting records
- π Marine guide training pathway
Know someone who would love this experience?
This reward is designed to be passed on. If you enjoyed your E-Ko tour, give the card or link to someone who would value dolphins, predator-free islands, rare birds and the Marlborough Sounds.
Give them the card
Hand the reward card to a friend, family member, guest, colleague or traveller planning a Picton visit.
They choose their reward
They can book Motuara, view Wildlife Stays, claim free wildlife learning, or start the Marine Guide Training pathway.
They enter the code
The correct promo code must be entered at checkout or claimed through the instructions shown on this page.
Ready to use your reward?
Choose your next step below. Enter the correct promo code when booking, or email Marine Guide Training when claiming the Level 1 course access.
Book Motuara Cruise
Use code EKOREWARD10
π‘View Wildlife Stays
Use code STAYLONGER10
βοΈWinter Stay 3 Pay 2
Use code WINTER3FOR2
πStart Free Dolphin Course
Use code PICTONFERRYDOLPHIN
Need help using a reward?
For E-Ko tour or stay rewards, contact info@e-ko.nz. For Marine Guide Training access, email training@marineguidetraining.com.
Reward code checklist
Rewards apply to selected products only. Promo codes cannot be combined unless E-Ko confirms otherwise.