Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula

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Clearwater Wildlife - Small Guided Tours (10 max) Otago Peninsula
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Clearwater Wildlife - Small Guided Tours (10 max) Otago Peninsula

Fewer People. More Wildlife. A chance to see Yellow-eyed Penguins, NZ sea lions, NZ fur seals, Albatross and a wide variety of birdlife, in their natural habitat. Your small, guided tour, of no more than 10 people, will take you to our spectacular, secluded beach. Our private conservation reserve area is on our historic family farm, at Cape Saunders, on the Otago Peninsula. A wild, and untamed, dramatic environment that we are lucky enough to share with some of New Zealand's rarest species. The Clearwater family has deep roots here and is devoted to preserving and enhancing its pristine beauty. Become a part of our shared commitment to protect its natural wildlife habitats. A truly authentic wildlife experience that will leave you with memories that will last for a lifetime.
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  • 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$128
Otago Peninsula and Larnach Castle Tour FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS
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Otago Peninsula and Larnach Castle Tour FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS

We are a well known tour guiding company in Dunedin. We offer a small group tour of the highest quality, branded vehicles and great fun guides and drivers. We always will have you back to your cruise ship in plenty of time and guarantee this fact. We love a relaxed journey where we start as strangers and end as friends and we cannot wait to show you our city. Whether your with Bex or one of the crew one thing is for sure your tour will be a blast! PLEASE note our vehicles range from 9 - 22 seaters so groups will be no larger than that
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  • 6 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$162
Shore Excursion: Full-Day Ships Shore Excursions from Dunedin
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Shore Excursion: Full-Day Ships Shore Excursions from Dunedin

Make the most of your time at port in Dunedin with one of these customizable Dunedin shore excursions. Get your bearings at your own pace on a hop-on hop-off bus tour, or choose between outings to Larnach Castle and Gardens and the magnificent Taieri Gorge Railway. If desired, the shore excursions can be combined with some of Dunedin’s top sites, including Speight’s Brewery or the Olveston Historic Home. All shore excursions include pickup and drop-off at Port Chalmers.
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  • 8 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$29
Cruise Dunedin City and Castle Tour
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Cruise Dunedin City and Castle Tour

Cruise ship passengers can make the most of their limited time on land with a small-group tour of Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula. Learn about local history, culture, and nature at city-center highlights, including the Dunedin Railway Station, the University of Otago, and the Octagon. Then head out to the beautiful Otago Peninsula to admire the views and visit Larnach Castle.
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  • 6 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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$105
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Iconic Shore Excursion: Iconic Larnach Castle Tour
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Iconic Shore Excursion: Iconic Larnach Castle Tour

Enjoy a fully guided tour of Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula on this guided shore excursion. See key Dunedin landmarks in the city, such as the prestigious University of Otago, seriously steep Baldwin Street, and the neo-gothic Dunedin Railway Station. Then head to the hills of the Otago Peninsula to explore Larnach Castle on a guided tour, with a table reserved in the Ballroom Cafe for lunch (own expense).
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  • 6 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$102
Shore Excursion: Dunedin City, Otago Peninsula, Castle Gardens & Olveston Tour
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Shore Excursion: Dunedin City, Otago Peninsula, Castle Gardens & Olveston Tour

Experience the best of Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula without trailing around after a large group when you take an easy small-group shore excursion from Port Chalmers. See city highlights—such as the University of Otago, the Dunedin Railway Station, and Olveston House on a guided tour—as well as Larnach Castle on the peninsula. The tour includes entrance to the castle gardens.
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  • 6 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$151
Albatross, seals, and sea birds-Wildlife Cruise
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Albatross, seals, and sea birds-Wildlife Cruise

Dunedin City is a wildlife wonderland, and this morning or afternoon cruise is a great way to see these native birds and marine animals close-up. Instead of wearing yourself out on a tramp across the peninsula, cruise through the Otago Harbour and past Taiaroa Head in a custom-built boat with a heated cabin and open deck for scenic photos. Look out for albatross, blue penguins, sea lions, dolphins, and more while listening to onboard commentary from your skipper/guide.
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  • 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours
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$97
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Guided Evening Penguin Viewing Otago Peninsula, Dunedin, New Zealand
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Guided Evening Penguin Viewing Otago Peninsula, Dunedin, New Zealand

Time your visit to the Otago Peninsula so you can see hundreds of little blue penguins returning home to roost after a day at sea. The 90-minute evening tour begins with a walk through the penguin reserve, where you’ll learn about the penguins and their environment. Then, watch them waddle up the beach from your hidden spot. This is a must-do tour for nature and bird enthusiasts.
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  • 1 hour 30 minutes
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Dunedin Shore Excursion: Small-Group Tour of Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula
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Dunedin Shore Excursion: Small-Group Tour of Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula

Swap the cruise port for the Dunedin countryside on a half-day shore excursion that includes the Otago Peninsula. Your sightseeing tour covers highlights of the city center such as the Dunedin Railway Station, then travels to several village suburbs, stopping en route at scenic lookouts and for a beachside view of basking sea lions. Enjoy the personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to 19 people.
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  • 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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$79
Water Taxi and Shuttle to Larnach Castle
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Water Taxi and Shuttle to Larnach Castle

The quickest and most fun option to get to see New Zealands only castle. A fast water taxi ride across the beautiful Otago Harbour to Macandrew Bay, a small seaside village on the Otago Peninsula. Here you transfer to our executive shuttle van for your scenic drive up the hill to the castle. Your entry fee to the castle and gardens is included in your fare. You'll have an hour and a half to explore the castle and gardens. You'll then be brought back down to the harbour, for your second water taxi ride into Steamer Basin, in the heart of Dunedin. From Steamer Basin it's a short 5 minute walk to the iconic Dunedin Railway Station and Toitu, the Settlers Museum. This is also the departure point for the Cruise ship shuttles that return to Port. Please note - Trips from 8.30 am - 10.30 am leave from Back Beach, Port Chalmers. Trips from 11.00 and later leave from Steamer Basin, Dunedin city.
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  • 2 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$90
Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience
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Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience

If you are a visitor that truly wants to see and understand the unique ecosystems, wildlife, culture, geology and botany of the Otago Peninsula then join this tour. A tour designed by the Otago Peninsula's longest serving wildlife ranger. We see a variety of wildlife species along the way (Note: seasonal). At Pukekura we have a good chance to see seals nearby & albatross flying overhead. Later we join our Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience tour, see the world's smallest penguin emerging from the sea and walking past us just metres away. Note: Others join us for this experience (max 75) PHOTOGRAPHY IS ALLOWED (no flash) Most tours are led by conservation experts/biologists As a Charitable Trust our aim is to look after our reserve and protect the Otago Peninsula's largest penguin colony. Equally we are committed to making our tours one of the most memorable experiences visitors to New Zealand can have. Voted in the top 10 TripAdvisor's Best Experiences in New Zealand 2022.
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  • 5 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$82
Castle, Coast & City Small Group Tour (8 pax max)
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Castle, Coast & City Small Group Tour (8 pax max)

From the soaring spires to the sweeping beaches, experience the best of New Zealand's most fascinating wee city with an experienced local guide. On this small group tour (max. 8 pax) you will visit Dunedin's most impressive, unique and charming sights, including the only castle in the country: Larnach Castle. With an entertaining mix of story telling, beauty, wildlife and charm our tours provide visitors with an unforgettable experience and a fantastic insight into our hometown - Otepoti Dunedin. Auch auf Deutsch!
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  • 5 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$113
Monarch Wildlife Cruise
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Monarch Wildlife Cruise

Bird and wildlife enthusiasts shouldn’t miss this cruise in the Otago Harbour. You don’t have to travel far from the city to get out into the wilderness, as the Otago Peninsula is home to a vast array of wildlife. Spot royal albatross, fur seals, sea lions, blue penguins, cormorants, and more, and learn all about them and their habitat from the crew. Dress warm, as the weather is often cold and blustery here, but this is good wildlife-spotting weather, as the albatross in particular like the wind.
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  • 1 hour
  • Free Cancellation
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$38
City Highlights, Larnach Castle & Peninsula Views
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City Highlights, Larnach Castle & Peninsula Views

Explore the highlights of historic Dunedin, second-largest city on the South Island, on a varied half-day tour. Check out the record-holding steepest street in the world, the University of Otago, and Dunedin Railway station, before heading to the windswept, ruggedly beautiful Otago Peninsula. Then, visit Larnach Castle, New Zealand's only castle, where you’ll have garden access and can opt to take a guided tour inside.
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  • 5 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$130
Dunedin Castle to Cruise Tour
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Dunedin Castle to Cruise Tour

Be surprised by the rugged natural landscape that’s part of the Dunedin city boundaries on this tour of the Otago Peninsula. Start with a guided tour of New Zealand’s only castle, Larnach Castle, and learn all about Dunedin’s early settler history from your guide. Continue further along the peninsula, hopping aboard a wildlife cruise of the Otago Harbour. Spot fur seals, albatross, and maybe even dolphins and penguins while admiring the views.
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  • 5 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$94
Heritage City and Larnach Castle Van tour with Historian Guide
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Heritage City and Larnach Castle Van tour with Historian Guide

A tour with Gregor is like no other. Emerging business award finalist, Tales From Darkest Dunedin and Gregor Campbell, respected historian and expert story teller has been uncovering forgotten events and people in Dunedin's history. He has been featured in newspapers for his finds and recently on the cover of New Zealand Heritage Magazine for his cemetery tours. Gregor is particularly interested in colonial history, the exchanges between Māori Kāi Tahu, the Scottish and the everyday people that came to make a life here, for better or for worse. And now he's your tour guide! Gregor's stories of murder, shipwrecks, discovery, heroes and villains are exclusive to Tales From Darkest Dunedin and weave together to give a greater picture of our city and the lives that brought it to where it is today.
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  • 5 to 6 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$142
Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour
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Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour

Explore the city of Dunedin with a knowledgeable local guide who takes you to points of interest where you can stop and have a look around. See the Olveston Garden and the University of Otago. Enjoy views of Otago Harbour from the lookout point on Signal Hill, and visit Baldwin Street. Pickup and drop-off is available from hotels, the cruise port or the Dunedin Railway Station. Numbers are limited to 20 people for a group experience, with personalized attention from your guide.
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  • 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$56
[Stevong Travel] Dunedin Private Fullday Tour
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[Stevong Travel] Dunedin Private Fullday Tour

Embark on an exclusive private tour, accommodating a maximum of five participants. This intimate setting ensures a personalized experience akin to a private tour, allowing for flexibility and customization. Our meticulously curated itinerary covers all the city’s highlights, providing a comprehensive exploration of Dunedin. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of lifestyle, history, and culture, tracing back to New Zealand’s early periods.
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  • 8 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$398
Price varies by group size
Iconic Wildlife Tour with Yellow Eyed Penguins & Royal Albatross
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Iconic Wildlife Tour with Yellow Eyed Penguins & Royal Albatross

Observe yellow-eyed penguins in their nesting habitat on a small-group tour from Dunedin to the Otago Peninsula. Hear informative narration about this wildlife sanctuary and enjoy great photo ops from various lookouts. First, take a sightseeing tour of Dunedin’s main landmarks including the Grand Railway Station and Baldwin Street. Included is a guided visit to the Royal Albatross nesting area observatory. Includes pickup and drop-off from your cruise ship wharf or Railway Station (front steps).
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  • 7 hours
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$199
Speight's Brewery Tour & Guided Tasting
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Speight's Brewery Tour & Guided Tasting

There’s more to brewing beer than meets the eye, and more to brewery tours than tastings. Learn about more than a century of beer-brewing history at one of Dunedin’s most iconic breweries—Speight’s Brewery—while a guide takes you through on an interactive tour. As you’ll be touring with a small group, there will be plenty of opportunities to ask questions.
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  • 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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$26
Dunedin City Highlights, Otago Peninsula Scenery & Albatross Guided Tour
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Dunedin City Highlights, Otago Peninsula Scenery & Albatross Guided Tour

Discover Dunedin City and the Otago peninsula on this small group tour of the highlights of the area. Take a walk up the world’s steepest street, explore the picturesque botanic gardens, and take in grand architecture throughout the city. Enjoy a panoramic scenic drive around the Otago peninsula to the Royal Albatross Centre to learn about these magnificent seabirds.
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  • 6 hours
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$159
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Mainland Peninsula Tour
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Mainland Peninsula Tour

Make the most of a short time in Dunedin small-group tour of the city and the Otago Peninsula. Get personalized attention from your guide as you hit all the highlights, including Larnach Castle’s gardens, the OPERA (Otago Peninsula Eco Restoration Alliance), Dunedin Railway Station, the University of Otago, and more. Along the way, listen to engaging commentary from your guide and enjoy the opportunity to ask questions.
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  • 6 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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$161
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
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Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket

Visit New Zealand’s only castle with admission to Larnach Castle and Gardens, where you’ll find beautiful antiques, dramatic architecture, and gorgeous views across the Otago Peninsula. Learn the story of the castle’s founding family and pause to explore a collection of native New Zealand plants. Pre-booking your tickets ensures a smooth visit and skip-the-line access, with the flexibility to explore at your own pace.
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  • 2 to 4 hours
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$26
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
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Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour

Explore Dunedin highlights on a half-day, small-group tour that goes from the city's historic landmarks to the beaches of the Otago Peninsula. You'll see the University of Otago, the Dunedin Railway Station, and more, then continue to the beautiful Otago Peninsula, pausing en route for a walk on St. Clair Beach and esplanade. This tour includes transfers from Port Chalmers, with departure times to suit cruise ship arrivals.
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  • 3 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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