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Dunedin City - Natures Wonder & Albatross Tour DND-1

This 6 hour tour allows you to see the main City sights and much of the Wildlife that the Otago Peninsula is renowned for. After collection from the cruise ship at 9am we head to Dunedin's City Centre. You have some free time here until 10.45am when the tour begins. Take in some of the city sights such as Baldwin Street (the steepest St in the World) and Otago University. before we venture out to the Otago Peninsula to Natures Wonders to view the world's rarest Penguins from their all-terrain ARGO 8 wheel drive vehicles. Time for lunch [your cost] before continuing to the Royal Albatross Colony for a tour.

 

Adult $195.00           Child $135.00

 Tour Information

Itinerary

Visit one of New Zealands most renowned eco-tourism areas. A 6 hour return trip traveling the Otago Peninsula low road to Taiaroa Head, stopping for a look at Otakou Marae on the way, while at Natures Wonders you take a 1 hour guided tour experiencing an exhilarating ride in an 8-wheel drive, all terrain Argo vehicle. Here, amidst truly spectacular scenery, are the worlds rarest penguins, Hoiho the 'Yellow-Eyed', the little Blue Penguins, the NZ Fur Seals and Cormorants(Shags) all living in their natural environment. After your Argo & wild life tour you can sit back and take in the view while enjoying a bit of lunch (own expense).

After lunch you have the unique opportunity to view the Royal Albatross as you enjoy a 1 hour guided tour of the colony. We return to the city via the high road for the most picturesque scenery towards the Pacific Ocean on one side, the Otago Harbour on the other and Dunedin City straight ahead.

In addition to your wildlife tour we take a look at Baldwin St. (steepest street in the world), Otago University, and Dunedin Railway Station before returning you to your cruise ship. 'An experience not to be missed'

Please  note, this tour is not available during the period 17th September to 23rd November, as this is the mating season for the wildlife.

Duration 6 hours
Start Time 1045hrs
End Time 1645hrs

Note Collection from the cruise ship at 0900

You will see
Otago University
Baldwin Street
Dunedin City
Otakou Marae [photo stop]
Penguins
Fur Seals
Cormorants and Albatross
Dunedin Railway Station

What's Included
Collection from the Ship
Comfortable Transport
Experienced Guide
Natures Wonder Tour
Royal Albatross Colony Tour
Drop off at the Cruise Ship

General Info
This tour is a small group tour using quality minibuses. limited walking required on, gentle inclines and some steps Overcoats will be provided if needed on the Argo tour

Meals
Not included but time is provided for a lunch break

Conditions
This tour requires a minimum of 4 persons to operate. The group size will not exceed 10 persons

For larger groups please contact us for details

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Page last updated 18th January 2011