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Otago Harbour Wildlife Cruise (Dunedin Shore Excursion)

By Monarch Wildlife Cruises & Tours
9.6 out of 10
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Overview

Join us for an invigorating wildlife cruise experience. By the time you get back to your ship you’ll know why Dunedin is the Nature Capital of New Zealand.

The cruise will travel around beautiful wharves and boatsheds, then through the historic Quarantine Islands. You’ll see the Careys Bay fishing village and its motley collection of boats before continuing along the harbour. Enjoy a nice hot drink and biscuit for morning tea.

As you arrive at the entrance to the Otago Harbour you’ll see the tidal Aramoana sandflats and the spectacular volcanic cliffs of Taiaroa Head. You’ll see the royal albatross breeding colony, the only mainland colony in the world. Beneath a picturesque lighthouse you’ll find a large population of fur seals, watch as they swim, play and sleep on rocky platforms close to the boat. A short way out to sea we often spot other species of albatross and seabirds. We sometimes see dolphins, sea lions and blue penguins. Don’t forget your camera!

Activity location

  • Taiaroa Head
    • 9077, Otago Region, Otago Region, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Port Chalmers Cruise Terminal
    • 21 Beach Street
    • 9023, Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedComplimentary hot drink and a biscuit
  • What's includedWhat's includedComplimentary binoculars
  • What's includedWhat's includedComplimentary warm and waterproof jackets
  • What's includedWhat's includedWildlife spotters guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedWe do not serve a full meal on this tour. Guests are welcome to bring snacks with them.

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Guests will need to be able to board the boat via two steps.

Activity itinerary

Taiaroa Head
  • 1h
You'll cruise around the beautiful Taiaroa Head. Enjoy the postcard views of the historic lighthouse and spot Royal Albatross and NZ Fur Seals
Otago Harbour
  • 1h
See the stunning Otago Harbour. Explore the beautiful bays, islands and fishing villages along the way.
Port Chalmers
  • 30m
Shuttle between the cruise terminal and our wharf

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESTaiaroa Head
    • 9077, Otago Region, Otago Region, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEPort Chalmers Cruise Terminal
    • 21 Beach Street
    • 9023, Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand

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