New Zealand · BOAT TOURS IN DUNEDIN & OTAGO
Every trip has one free day too few. These 13 boat tours in Dunedin & Otago justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part of planning.
Otago Peninsula wildlife cruise with Monarch: warm jackets, top binoculars, and a one-hour shot at dolphins and royal albatross near Taiaroa Head.
“Brilliant crew and very knowledgeable. Had a wonderful afternoon out in the ocean! Saw some seals and sea lions. A blue fin shark was spotted. Would recommend.”
Small-group wildlife cruise from Port Chalmers with Captain Rachel, binoculars, and onboard ID help for albatross, seals, penguins, and more.
“This was an awesome experience made even more awesome. By our tour guide Rachel, her knowledge of the wildlife, and the birds all around the waterway that she took us through a second to none. I highly recommend this tour for anyone who wants to learn about the unique wildlife in around Port Chalmers especially those with young children. Thank you Rachel for an enjoyable time.”
Small-group Dunedin cruise tour with Baldwin Street, Otago Peninsula views, and Larnach Castle. Round-trip transfers and plenty of time.
“James was wonderful. He was very knowledgeable and entertaining. He was also very kind and considerate. He made the trip truly enjoyable”
Small-group Dunedin harbor cruise to Otago Peninsula and Taiaroa Head. Live commentary, binoculars, warm jackets, 90-120 minutes.
“Absolutely brilliant trip. Rachel the skipper was so knowledgeable and kept us informed from the start and not just about the wildlife, but also about the area and history. Not an avid birdwatcher but the whole trip was fascinating and we had the added benefit of a very close visit from an albatross. Rachel provided binoculars to assist us and even baked cookies for the group. Information sheet provided afterwards to confirm what birds and seals we’d seen.. brilliant trip and host and excellent value for money”
Cruise-day bus tour of Dunedin from Port Chalmers: Octagon, Botanic Gardens, St Clair, Baldwin Street, lookouts, museum, optional Larnach.
“It was a wonderful excursion . Our driver David was great. We saw a lot of sights and got a good overview of the city. Thanks David”
See Dunedin's Larnach Castle and cruise Otago Harbour from Taiaroa Head, chasing albatross, seals, and possible dolphins.
“We had a wonderful time hearing some NZ history, taking in spectacular views and enjoying animals in their natural habitat.”
Join a 6.5-hour Otago Peninsula wildlife tour from Dunedin with warm jackets, a guided van ride, and a 1-hour Monarch Harbour cruise.
“We had a wonderful day touring the Otago Peninsula. Our guide took us along the route that went along the coastline where the views were breathtaking. Later we hopped a boat which took us out where we saw many different birds incluRead more”
One-hour Otago Peninsula cruise from Wellers Rock Wharf, with royal albatross, fur seals, and sea lions plus expert commentary.
Warm jackets and hot drinks meet a Dunedin harbour cruise and Otago Peninsula bus tour, with binocular help to spot albatross and seals.
“The hectors dolphins put on a great display, have seen them before but never frolicking like that. The commentary was very informative and knowledgeable, we had a great afternoon”
Small-group Dunedin shore trip combining Larnach Castle and gardens with a Monarch wildlife cruise to Taiaroa Head for albatross and seals.
“We throughly enjoyed our tour today. The guides were fantastic and so knowledgeable. Despite being to Dunedin before we both learnt so much about the town and it’s history. The boat ride was enjoyable and we saw a lot of animals.”
Small-group Otago Harbour cruise from Port Chalmers to Taiaroa Head for albatross, sea lions and wildlife commentary in 1-2 hours.
“Rob, our adept skipper, guide and wildlife expert managed the trip wonderfully making great decisions to find lots of species.”
Small-group Otago Harbour cruise from Port Chalmers to Taiaroa Head, with jackets, binoculars, and chances to spot Royal Albatross and seals.
“Excellent small group experience! The guide was very knowledgeable as we embarked on a scenic cruise to see seals, albatrosses, and even a sea lion.”
A one-hour Dunedin cruise-day orientation with stops at **Baldwin Street** and **Signal Hill**, plus commentary and a weather backup at the Botanic Gardens.
“Directions to the initial pickup point were wrong. Viator needs to be better telling us where to go. We walked blocks and found out we were at the wrong pickup point. By the time we doubled back, the bus left. Tour company got us on a tour 1 hours later. Tour was 5 stars. Directions were 0 stars”
From the fiords to the geothermal belt, sorted by what you want to do with the day.
