New Zealand · SHORE EXCURSIONS IN DUNEDIN & OTAGO
Good shore excursions in Dunedin & Otago fill up over summer; the great ones go first. Below: the 13 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Small-group Dunedin and Otago Peninsula shore tour with skyline views, steep street photos, and a beach walk for sea lions.
“Nice way to learn about Dunnedin and the trip to the Otago Bay was agood way to wrap up the tour. Got to see some Sea Lions.”
A one-hour V8 trike ride through Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula with photo stops, warm gear, and wind-in-your-hair views for $86.
“An amazing way to see Dunedins beautiful spots, beaches, country side and things you would never get to see on a normal sightseeing tour…all at an adrenaline pace, wind in your hair experience. Myself, my wife and my 2 teenage kids loved this experience!!! Definitely recommend!!!”
Half-day Dunedin highlights from Port Chalmers: Signal Hill views, Baldwin Street, Otago campus, museums, and a free hour in the Octagon.
“We were told by the driver that the Viator information was not what was offered by Iconic. We were rushed at times with the timing differences. Also the bus driver would not organise a bathroom stop until several guests explained the need. TRead more”
Guided Larnach Castle and Dunedin highlights from Port Chalmers, with small-group transfers, castle entry, and a reserved lunch spot.
“We had a fabulous day trip with Ann, who was accompanied by her son Dustin in highland dress. We thought we were just going to Larnach Castle but made stops at the Railway Station, the Octagon, Baldwin Street, the worlds steepest strRead more”
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”
Small-group Dunedin shore tour from Port Chalmers with city sights, Otago Peninsula viewpoints, Larnach gardens, and Olveston House.
“Our guide was excellent. Very good knowledge of the area. We covered a lot of area for the time we had.”
A 7-hour Dunedin shore day with port pickup, guided Larnach Castle, then a coach loop featuring Otago University, Baldwin Street, gardens.
“It was an outstanding way to experience Dunedin. I highly recommend the Olveston House Tour”
A 6-hour Dunedin shore excursion with city photo stops, free time in the Octagon, and a guided Larnach Castle tour plus gardens.
“Very good tour with Tim who knew a great deal about the area having grown up in Dunedin. Very considerate towards us all and we didn't feel rushed. He was our tour guide at Lanarch Castle as well and being a small group our many questionRead more”
Small group Dunedin and Otago Peninsula tour with Baldwin Street, Botanic Gardens, Signal Hill, Dunedin Railways, and Larnach Castle.
“It was a very good tour with enough time to cover the best places in Denedin. Our tour guide Jason was friendly and knowledgeable. He even managed to get us back to the cruise ship with ample of time.”
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, 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.”
Cruise day sightseeing around Dunedin plus Larnach Castle, the Dunedin Chinese Garden, and the Toitu Settlers Museum, with included tickets.
“Tour operator re assign us to different company whose tour was focused on visiting CAstle. Our Guid was amaizing, he showed us a lot and his son performed sctish dance. We visited the longest streert, but missed Chinise Guarden and MuRead more”
Private Dunedin shore excursion from Port Chalmers, max 8, with pickup. Scenic stops plus guided Larnach Castle interior.
“Fantastic tour! Glenn went above and beyond to show us the best of Dunedin. He gave us water and chocolates, stopped at two stores for shopping, took us on an interior tour of Larnach castle - he spent two hours extra. Best tour ever!”
From the fiords to the geothermal belt, sorted by what you want to do with the day.
