Dunedin Guided Penguin & Wildlife Tour and Peninsula Castle

Dunedin Guided Penguin & Wildlife Tour and Peninsula Castle

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Free cancellation available
6h
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation
Selective hotel pickup
Multiple languages

Overview

Small Group • Max 10 Guests • 6 Hours • Cruise-Friendly

Discover Dunedin’s wildlife on a guided small-group experience. Travel in a comfortable Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and visit a pristine private coastal reserve for a guided penguin and wildlife tour, with chances to see yellow-eyed penguins, sea lions, and native birdlife. Enjoy scenic Otago Peninsula views and selected Dunedin highlights along the way.

Highlights

• Dunedin city highlights with photo stops

• Visit Larnach Castle Gardens with panoramic views and time to relax at the café (castle entry not included)

• Explore beautiful beaches and coastal scenery

• Guided penguin and wildlife experience in a protected coastal reserve, with opportunities to observe Little Blue Penguins, rare Yellow-Eyed Penguins, sea lions, and native birdlife

• Royal Albatross Centre area for sea cliff views and possible albatross sightings (entry not included)

Flexible ending with return to Port Chalmers or drop-off in the city.

Activity location

Dunedin Botanic Garden
- Corner of Great King Street and Opoho Road,
- Dunedin, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

Dunedin Botanic Garden
- Corner of Great King Street and Opoho Road,
- Dunedin, New Zealand

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Guided Penguin and Wildlife

6h
English

Dunedin Guided Penguin Tour : Guided penguin and wildlife experience in a private coastal reserve
Duration: 6 hours
Small-group: Small-group travel in a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (12-seater)
Complimentary souvenir gift
Pickup included

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time: 9:30 AM

Price details

AU$288.05 x 1 AdultAU$288.05

Total

Until Mon, 6 Apr

What's included, what's not

Guided penguin and wildlife Tour Ticket
Bottled water
Larnach Castle Garden Admission
A small complimentary souvenir to remember your experience
pick up and drop off at Port Chalmers and Dunedin City
Service charge
The Guided tours at Royal Albatross Centre to watch Albatross Breeding Colony
Larnach Castle interior entry is not included. Tickets can be purchased on-site if you wish to visit inside.

Know before you book

Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
Public transport options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Wheelchair is not accessible for this product, but we provider step count if needed
The total duration includes travel time .
Starting from the trailhead at the car park, it takes about 60 minutes to hike to and from Tunnel Beach. This trail requires a moderate fitness level and offers an incredible opportunity to enjoy stunning views while getting a fantastic workout. It’s especially enjoyable on a summer morning.

Activity itinerary

Port Chalmers (Pass by)

Picking up

Dunedin Botanic Garden

To visit Aviary in Dunedin Botanic Garden, see Vibrant and colourful, a dazzling array of parrot species from around the world awaits you. Experience the joy as they greet you with a cheerful "hello"! including New Zealand’s unique kaka parrot.

Signal Hill

Signal Hill is a huge land mass near the heart of the Otago Harbour. It is home to the Signal Hill Lookout, offering stunning views just a short drive from the centre city. This is the perfect place to survey Dunedin for the first time.

Dunedin Railway Station

Dunedin railway station is a prominent landmark and tourist site in Dunedin, a city in the South Island of New Zealand. It is speculated by locals to be the most photographed building in the country, as well as the second most photographed in the southern hemisphere, after the Sydney Opera House.

Larnach Castle & Gardens

40m
Admission ticket included

Explore the elegant gardens of Larnach Castle, New Zealand’s only historic castle, with beautiful views over the Otago Peninsula. Enjoy time to relax at the charming café while taking in the castle’s unique setting and stories. Please note that castle entry is not included; tickets can be purchased separately at the site if you wish to visit inside.

Penguin Place

1h 30m
Admission ticket included

Join a guided wildlife experience within a pristine private coastal reserve operated by The OPERA, dedicated to restoring native habitats on the Otago Peninsula. Learn about the rare yellow-eyed penguin before exploring the reserve on a guided walk, with opportunities to observe penguins, sea lions, and native birdlife in their natural environment.

The Royal Albatross Centre

Your only chance to see - the world's only mainland Royal Albatross breeding colony.A visit to the Royal Albatross Centre and Taiaroa Head (end of Otago Peninsula )offers a unique opportunity to witness the majestic northern royal albatross in their natural habitat. The Centre features a free gallery where you can explore the area's rich wildlife history and learn more about these incredible seabirds. At Taiaroa Head, you'll be treated to breathtaking views of the dramatic coastal cliffs, making it a perfect spot for bird watching and taking in the stunning natural scenery. Guests can also browse for souvenirs and relax at the café, enjoying a selection of coffee and delicious food. Don't miss this chance to experience the beauty of one of the world's few mainland albatross colonies!

Port Chalmers (Pass by)

Finishing the visit at Albatross Centre, then directly drive back to Dunedin city and Port chamers,On the return journey, enjoy the coastal drive along the Otago Peninsula, where you’ll spot various seabirds and pass by charming local villages before heading back to your cruise ship.drop off spot are at Octagan and Port chalmers only.

Location

Activity location

Dunedin Botanic Garden
- Corner of Great King Street and Opoho Road,
- Dunedin, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

Dunedin Botanic Garden
- Corner of Great King Street and Opoho Road,
- Dunedin, New Zealand

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