Dunedin City & Otago Peninsula Scenery Day Tour Private Tour

Discover the awe-inspiring landscapes and wildlife wonders of Dunedin on this unforgettable day tour.
Discover the Best of Dunedin & the Otago Peninsula – A Perfect Day Tour
Experience the highlights of Dunedin and the stunning Otago Peninsula on this thoughtfully crafted tour. Blending rich history, breathtaking coastal scenery, and unique wildlife encounters, this journey offers the perfect mix of culture and nature.

Tour Highlights
✅ Aviary at Dunedin Botanic Garden – A Perfect Start
Begin your adventure at New Zealand’s oldest botanical garden, home to a delightful aviary where you’ll meet native and exotic bird species. Listen to the playful calls of the kākā, spot colorful parrots, and enjoy a relaxing walk in the lush surroundings—an ideal warm-up for the day ahead!

✅ Signal Hill Lookout – The Best Panoramic View of Dunedin
Enjoy a spectacular bird’s-eye view of Dunedin, its picturesque harbor, and the surrounding rolling hills from this stunning lookout point.

✅ Baldwin Street – The World’s Steepest Residential Street
Challenge yourself with a short walk up the world’s steepest street or snap a fun photo at this Guinness World Record-holding attraction.

✅ University of Otago Clocktower – New Zealand’s Oldest University
Stroll through the iconic University of Otago campus and admire its stunning Gothic-style clocktower, a symbol of Dunedin’s rich academic heritage.

✅ Dunedin Railway Station – A Grand Architectural Icon
Step inside one of New Zealand’s most photographed buildings, known for its magnificent Flemish Renaissance design, elegant mosaic floors, and impressive stained-glass windows.

✅ Coastal Scenic Lookouts & Wildlife Encounters

Sir Leonard Wright Lookout – A stunning viewpoint offering breathtaking coastal scenery.

Sandfly Bay Viewing Platform – Overlooking a pristine beach, this is a fantastic spot to observe sea lions and fur seals from a safe distance.

Otago Peninsula Scenic Drive – Travel along the peninsula’s most picturesque coastal road, where dramatic cliffs and ocean views create an unforgettable experience.

Royal Albatross Centre – Visit the world’s only mainland breeding colony of Northern Royal Albatross. Learn about these majestic seabirds and their conservation while admiring the rugged coastal landscape teeming with wildlife.

✅ Flexible Ending – Explore Dunedin Your Way
On the return journey, we drive along the stunning Otago Peninsula coastline and pass through Dunedin’s city center. You have two options to conclude your tour:

City Drop-off at The Octagon – If you’d like to explore Dunedin further, you can choose to end your tour in the city center and enjoy a self-guided walk. Please ensure you return to the port on time for your cruise departure.

Return to Port Chalmers – If you prefer, you can stay with the tour and be comfortably transported back to the cruise ship terminal.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.