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8 Best Dunedin & Otago Tours In New Zealand

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New Zealand's 8 most popular dunedin & otago tours, in one place. What each one is actually like, who runs it, and what you will pay.

8 Best Dunedin & Otago Tours In New Zealand

Boutique Wine Tour – visit Central Otago, 4 Wineries & Lunch

Boutique Wine Tour - visit Central Otago, 4 Wineries & Lunch - The small-group setup (up to 12) and why it changes the experience

1.Boutique Wine Tour – visit Central Otago, 4 Wineries & Lunch

Most Popular★ 5.0

Boutique Central Otago wine tour from Queenstown with 4 cellar doors, lunch, and scenic stops in Cromwell, Gibbston, and Bannockburn.

“Couldn’t recommend this tour enough. Our guide Ben was excellent. He helped move our dinner reservation back knowing we would be late, was incredibly knowledgeable about the region and its wines, friendly and informative, and ensured we had an all around great time. We really enjoyed the wine”

673 reviewsFrom $173.14by Appellation Wine Tours

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Clearwater Wildlife Tours (small group 10max) Otago Peninsula

Clearwater Wildlife Tours (small group 10max) Otago Peninsula - A 4-hour half-day that actually fits a sightseeing schedule

2.Clearwater Wildlife Tours (small group 10max) Otago Peninsula

★ 5.0

Half-day Otago Peninsula wildlife tour with small groups, private viewing access at Cape Saunders and a penguin reserve near Dunedin.

“The Clearwater wildlife tour was absolutely fabulous! Our driver and guide, Adrian, was knowledgeable, and passionate about conservation efforts and his home country of New Zealand. The vistas were amazing. The animals were up close and personal. This is a tour that I would highly recommend! Five stars!”

531 reviewsFrom $139.63by Clearwater Wildlife Tours

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Guided Evening Penguin Viewing Otago Peninsula, Dunedin, New Zealand

Guided Evening Penguin Viewing Otago Peninsula, Dunedin, New Zealand - Arriving at Blue Penguins Pukekura: meeting point and your first vibe check

3.Guided Evening Penguin Viewing Otago Peninsula, Dunedin, New Zealand

★ 5.0

Evening guided penguin viewing on Otago Peninsula near Dunedin. See blue penguins at dusk, learn from conservation experts.

“This was an amazing experience and I would highly recommend it! It was very cold and windy down at the lookout point when we went so wear very warm and wind proof clothes (27/9). The tour guides were so interactive and friendly, and we saw a lot of penguins. The guides rotated our groups around…”

471 reviewsFrom $34.13by Blue Penguins Pukekura

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Otago Central Rail Trail One Day Wonder Cycle tour

Otago Central Rail Trail One Day Wonder Cycle tour - Auripo to Poolburn Gorge: where the rail trail magic shows up

4.Otago Central Rail Trail One Day Wonder Cycle tour

★ 5.0

Cycle Otago Central Rail Trail from Clyde to Auripo: viaducts, tunnels, cafe stops, and a self-paced 6-hour day tour.

“No better way to see and experience the Central Otago region - the team at BikeItNow were brilliant, the bikes were all set up perfectly and ready to go. Couldn’t ask for a better day. Thanks to Lisa and all the crew.”

300 reviewsFrom $99.29by Bike It Now!

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Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket

Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket - Getting In Smoothly: Mobile Ticket, Gatehouse, Then the Castle

Dunedin Shore Excursion: Small-Group Tour of Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula

Dunedin Shore Excursion: Small-Group Tour of Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula - Dunedin center highlights: Baldwin Street and the Railway Station

6.Dunedin Shore Excursion: Small-Group Tour of Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula

★ 4.5

Small-group half-day tour from Port Chalmers: Dunedin highlights, St. Clair, and the Otago Peninsula sea-lion beach walk.

“Please check as we were given instructions to meet 20 minutes away. Panicked and sent a chat message and found out pick up was 3 minutes from the ship. 🥰. Tour and driver were excellent. Got to go to the beach and see the sea lions and the city center and the beautiful scenery as…”

270 reviewsFrom $86.26by Back to Nature Tours

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Otago Peninsula Wildlife Cruise with Monarch

Otago Peninsula Wildlife Cruise with Monarch - Onboard Comfort: Jackets, Binoculars, Wi‑Fi, and the Real Deal Feel

8.Otago Peninsula Wildlife Cruise with Monarch

★ 4.5

1-hour Otago Peninsula wildlife cruise from Dunedin to spot royal albatross, dolphins, seals, and penguins with jackets, binoculars, and Wi‑Fi.

“Beautiful drive along the coast to reach the boat. The staff were friendly and very helpful and the captain was very knowledgeable. It was cold and raining a little, but the jackets the supply were really warm.”

227 reviewsFrom $43.44by Monarch Wildlife Cruises & Tours

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