Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula Wildlife Tour provided by Back to Nature Tours
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What you can expect during this experience
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Updated 29/07/20 Safety precautions are provided by the property and are not checked by Tripadvisor for accuracy.
Updated 29/07/20 Safety precautions are provided by the property and are not checked by Tripadvisor for accuracy.
Overview
Itinerary
- You'll start atDunedin i-SITE Visitor Information CentreOr, you can also get picked upSee Important Information for details
- 1Signal HillStop: 7 minutesSee details
- 2Baldwin Street: The Steepest Street in the WorldStop: 7 minutesSee details
- 3University of OtagoStop: 7 minutesSee details
- 4Dunedin Railway StationStop: 10 minutesSee details
- 5Otago PeninsulaStop: 5 hoursSee details
- 6Larnach Castle & GardensStop: 75 minutes - Admission includedSee details
- 7Penguin PlaceStop: 90 minutes - Admission includedSee details
- 8Taiaroa HeadStop: 30 minutesSee details
- You'll end atDunedin i-SITE Visitor Information Centre50 The Octagon, Dunedin Central, Dunedin 9016, New ZealandSee address & details
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Important Information
Departure Point
Dunedin i-SITE Visitor Information Centre, 50 The Octagon, Dunedin Central, Dunedin 9016, New Zealand
Duration
7h
Return Details
Returns to original departure point
Inclusions
- Local guide
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Hotel/Port pickup and drop-off
- Entry/Admission - Larnach Castle & Gardens
- Entry/Admission - Penguin Place
Exclusions
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
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Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- A moderate amount walking is involved, there are 90 steps at the penguin reserve. A moderate level of fitness is required
- Bring a waterproof jacket , sunglasses, hat and closed-toe shoes suitable for walking
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Departure time may change depending on cruise ship schedule
- We guarantee you will see at least 1 penguin, but please be aware penguins are wild and shy birds and sightings may be limited
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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Awesome tour, it was just me, my partner and driver/tour guide/overall friend Ben. He was very knowledgeable about the places and wildlife, because of him and this tour we were able to see yellow eyed penguins, albatrosses, sea lions and the only "castle" in New Zealand for the…
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Date of experience: November 2020
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Response from Back2NatureTours, Chief TA Responder at Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula Wildlife Tour
Responded 4 weeks ago
Hi Brian, Thanks for the 5 star review. We're glad you enjoyed your time with us in Ōtepoti - Haste Ye Back!
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Our tour guide was brilliant. I loved the tour but was a bit disappointed that we didn't have tickets to see the albatross. Our guide managed to spot two flying in from the sea and they were magnificent. Larnach castle was suburb.
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Date of experience: August 2020
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Response from Back2NatureTours, Chief TA Responder at Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula Wildlife Tour
Responded 4 weeks ago
Thanks for the great 5 star review, it makes our porridge taste sweeter in the morning:) Sadly the Albatross Centre's 1 hour wildlife tour isn't included in the tour price. We take our guests to the best viewing point depending on weather conditions so were super happy you managed to see a couple! Your a Back to Nature Legend Haste Ye Back!
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The tour is a good combination of civilisation - sightseeing in Dunedin and Larnarch Castle - and nature - sea lions, seals, yellow-eyed penguins.
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Date of experience: March 2020
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Response from Back2NatureTours, Chief TA Responder at Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula Wildlife Tour
Responded 29 Mar 2020
Hi petaswan, Thank you for your 5 star review, it really inspires us! Our tours have been crafted to make sure you get an experience that is well balanced and not rushed. We aim to get you out the vehicle as much as possible to enjoy the amazing scenery we have here. Glad you enjoyed it! Haste Ye Back!
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Maybe it was the beautiful scenery, maybe it was the very friendly tour guide, maybe it was both, regardless, this was an amazing excursion. Although it really caters to those who are getting off of a cruise ship and have very little time, we spent just about the right amount of…
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Date of experience: January 2020
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Response from Back2NatureTours, Chief TA Responder at Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula Wildlife Tour
Responded 17 Feb 2020
Hi milezplu, Thanks for your 5 star review! Our small group tours allow our guides to be personable, it s a real focus for us. Small groups allow us to get people on and off the bus quickly, where we can make the most of the places we stop. We're glad you enjoyed your time with us and hope to see you back in New Zealand one day. Your a Back to Nature legend, Haste Ye Back!
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The excursion to Otago Peninsula was one of highlights of our stay in NZ. The guide-driver was the best of the kind I ever met. Very knowlwdgeable, friendly and always willing to share the infos about what we see. The excursion itself is a great combination of visiting the city…
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Date of experience: February 2020
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Response from Back2NatureTours, Chief TA Responder at Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula Wildlife Tour
Responded 17 Feb 2020
Thanks for this stunning 5 star review. We have a pretty solid team of guides and we're thrilled yours was the 'best of the kind' you've ever met! What a great way to describe a guide! This could very well be the review of the year - thanks for taking the time to make our day:) Dunedin misses you - Haste Ye Back!
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madelinequah
00Excellent tour with breathtaking scenic views
Ben, my knowledgable guide started me off with Baldwin Street, then down Otago Uni and around the beautiful Peninsu…
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118materesal
00Well spent day in Dunedin! It was an awesome experience.
Highly recommended day your - Chris was nice, friendly and very informative. Will definitely recommend this to my …
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richardtL9568WQ
00Otago Peninsula
We were very fortunate to see the both sealions and fur seals on a picture perfect beach on the Otago peninsula.
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Shirley G
00The train was great but peninsula excellent
Great to be picked up and expected the Taieri Gorge Railway trip would be the highlight but no. The shuttle trip ar…
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Cy1175
00Soaring South Island Scenery
Architectural highlights of Dunedin included Otago University, Railroad station and steepest street in the world. L…
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E2493VXaliciar
00Fantastic
Our guide Mel was very knowledgeable and humourous. I loved watching the sea lions and penguins. Lanarch Castle the…
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JLS1125
00Dunedin and Otago Peninsula Wildlife Tour with Optional Larnach Castle Visit
A near-perfect day in terms of the tour, guide and weather. The tour was well designed with adequate time at each …
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JohnWTravel
00Outstanding, educational and scenic, tour
We did this tour during a cruise ship port stop. Our group of 12 was very comfortable in our tour vehicle, and our …
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terif413
00Amazing Day In Dunedin!
Our day with James was amazing! He was knowledgeable about Dunedin, the indigenous culture and all the wildlife in…
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Dolly502014
00Half day
Chris picked us up from the ship in a minibus. As he’s lived in Dunedin for a number of years he was very knowledge…
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Annie S
00Wonderful experience
The trip began with a very friendly guide meeting us at the port exit. The day got even better from then. The tra…
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rma7477
00Nice trip and ride
I would recommend this day excursion as it gives a nice ride and taste of the country side through the area. The tr…
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khowlettt
00Rainy Day in Dunedin
We were only in Dunedin for one day and this tour gave us a good overview of the area. Our guide was very knowledge…
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KScott55
00Great driver/guide (Scott). Comfortable van.
Tour was as described. Had some fog in the morning but cleared late morning. Driver Scott was very informative an…
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928kevinl
00An outstanding tour with Oli!
We had a very delightful tour. Our guide/driver Oli is exceptional. He is very knowledgable, personable, interesti…
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- Duration: 7h
- Mobile Ticket Accepted
- Free Cancellation up to 24 hours in advance
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- Languages Offered: English
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