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Dunedin City Highlights,  Peninsula Scenery & Albatross Tour

Experience the best of Dunedin City and the Otago Peninsula, New Zealand’s wildlife capital, on our exclusive small-group tour lasting 5-6 hours. Challenge yourself with a walk up Baldwin Street, the world’s steepest street, and immerse yourself in the beauty of Dunedin Botanic Garden, where you’ll be amazed by the towering rhododendrons. Discover native New Zealand birds in the aviary and visit the iconic Dunedin Railway Station, one of the most photographed buildings in the Southern Hemisphere. Enjoy breathtaking views of Otago Peninsula’s stunning bays, beaches, and harbor, and take part in a guided tour of the Royal Albatross Colony – the world’s only mainland breeding site for Northern Royal Albatross.

Royal Albatross chick and Taiaroa Head l

TOUR DETAILS

       Departure: 9.30am*

       Price: from NZD275* per person

       Duration: Approx. 5-6 hours

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  • Depart from the Octagon, outside the Dunedin Visitor Centre

  • Join our scenic drive from Port Chalmers to Dunedin city, and hear the fascinating stories behind Dunedin’s history and landmarks (for cruise ship passengers)

  • Visit the world’s steepest street, Baldwin Street

  • Enjoy panoramic views of the city from a local lookout point

  • Take a guided stroll through the Dunedin Upper Botanic Garden, where you'll marvel at the Rhododendron Dell, admire the impressive size of the rhododendrons, and visit the aviary featuring native New Zealand birds

  • Stop at the University of Otago, New Zealand's oldest university

  • Drive through George Street, Dunedin's main shopping area, and the Octagon, the heart of the city

  • Stop at the First Church of Otago, one of Dunedin’s most beautiful landmarks

  • Visit the Dunedin Railway Station, one of the most photographed buildings in New Zealand

  • Scenic drive out to the Otago Peninsula via Highcliff Road

  • Enjoy a 1-hour guided tour at the Royal Albatross Centre, home to the world’s only mainland breeding colony of Northern Royal Albatross

  • Return to town or port via Portobello Road, taking in a different scenic route

* On some occasions when the cruise ship arrives later we delay our departure to accommodate cruise ship passengers. Please click "book now" and check our departure for a chosen day

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*An additional booking fee applies

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