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Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula Tours and Activities

What draws you to the stunning landscapes of Dunedin and The Otago Peninsula? You can explore wildlife at the Royal Albatross Centre or wander through historic architecture. Consider browsing or booking activities for a deeper experience.

The best Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula tour packages

Dunedin's coastal scenery is captivating, with the Otago Peninsula's wildlife sanctuary nearby. Don't miss the local café culture, where fresh brews complement artisan pastries.

Tour image of Taieri Gorge Scenic Railway Journey from Dunedin
5 hours
4.51 (882)
Taieri Gorge Scenic Railway Journey from Dunedin
$96.6
Tour image of Guided Evening Penguin Viewing Otago Peninsula, Dunedin, New Zealand
1.5 hours
4.95 (452)
Guided Evening Penguin Viewing Otago Peninsula, Dunedin, New Zealand
$33.42
Tour image of Clearwater Wildlife Tours (small group 10max) Otago Peninsula
4 hours
4.94 (420)
Clearwater Wildlife Tours (small group 10max) Otago Peninsula
$136.7
Tour image of Speight's Brewery Tour & Guided Tasting
1.3 hours
4.82 (425)
Speight's Brewery Tour & Guided Tasting
$27.34
Tour image of Shore Excursion: V8 Trike, Peninsula and City Tour
1 hour
4.94 (194)
Shore Excursion: V8 Trike, Peninsula and City Tour
$48.61
Tour image of Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour
1 hour
4.85 (194)
Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour
$15.8
Tour image of Dunedin Shore Excursion: Small-Group Tour of Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula
3.5 hours
4.58 (262)
Dunedin Shore Excursion: Small-Group Tour of Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula
$84.45
Tour image of Otago Peninsula Wildlife Cruise with Monarch
1 hour
4.64 (213)
Otago Peninsula Wildlife Cruise with Monarch
$42.53
Tour image of Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience
5 hours
4.94 (146)
Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience
$100.25
Tour image of Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
4 hours
4.4 (263)
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
$29.16
Tour image of Dunedin Shore Excursion: Taieri Gorge Railway & City Sightseeing
7.5 hours
4.23 (302)
Dunedin Shore Excursion: Taieri Gorge Railway & City Sightseeing
$148.85
Tour image of Dunedin Wildlife Cruise-Albatross, seals and harbour
2 hours
4.92 (105)
Dunedin Wildlife Cruise-Albatross, seals and harbour
$103.29
Tour image of Dunedin WATER TAXI-Port To Port
10 minutes
4.98 (84)
Dunedin WATER TAXI-Port To Port
$30.38
Tour image of Dunedin City, Wildlife and Larnach Castle
7 hours
4.7 (89)
Dunedin City, Wildlife and Larnach Castle
$157.97
Tour image of Mainland Peninsula Tour
6.5 hours
4.9 (71)
Mainland Peninsula Tour
$176.8
Tour image of Heritage City and Larnach Castle Van tour with Historian Guide
6 hours
5 (63)
Heritage City and Larnach Castle Van tour with Historian Guide
$161.01
Tour image of Larnach Castle & Otago Wildlife Cruise from Dunedin
5 hours
4.89 (56)
Larnach Castle & Otago Wildlife Cruise from Dunedin
$106.32
Tour image of Otago Peninsula Wildlife Tour & Cruise
6.5 hours
4.74 (53)
Otago Peninsula Wildlife Tour & Cruise
$139.74
Tour image of Larnach Castle & Dunedin City Highlights Tour
6 hours
4.95 (39)
Larnach Castle & Dunedin City Highlights Tour
$126.98
Tour image of Dunedin City to Sea Wildlife Cruise + Peninsula Bus Tour
3.5 hours
4.82 (38)
Dunedin City to Sea Wildlife Cruise + Peninsula Bus Tour
$72.91
Tour image of Dunedin City Highlights, Otago Peninsula Scenery & Albatross Guided Tour
6 hours
4.89 (35)
Dunedin City Highlights, Otago Peninsula Scenery & Albatross Guided Tour
$181.66
Tour image of Private Guided Tour of Dunedin City Heritage and Unique Wildlife and Scenery
7 hours
4.97 (32)
Private Guided Tour of Dunedin City Heritage and Unique Wildlife and Scenery
$1063.25
Tour image of Heritage Dunedin City Walking Guided Tour
2 hours
4.48 (40)
Heritage Dunedin City Walking Guided Tour
$39.49
Tour image of Otago Peninsula & Larnach Castle Shore Excursion
6 hours
4.54 (35)
Otago Peninsula & Larnach Castle Shore Excursion
$173.16
Tour image of A 2 hour Small Group Dunedin City Highlights Tour
2 hours
4.75 (28)
A 2 hour Small Group Dunedin City Highlights Tour
$75.95
Tour image of Wildlife and Penguin Tour
1.5 hours
4.72 (18)
Wildlife and Penguin Tour
$39.49
Tour image of Half-Day Private City, Sights & Wildlife Tours
4.5 hours
5 (15)
Half-Day Private City, Sights & Wildlife Tours
$483.02
Tour image of Heritage Highlights Walk
1 hour
5 (13)
Heritage Highlights Walk
$30.38
Tour image of Speight's Brewery Tour & Dinner
1.3 hours
5 (9)
Speight's Brewery Tour & Dinner
$48
Tour image of Private Dunedin City and Peninsula Scenery Day Tour up to 4
6 hours
5 (8)
Private Dunedin City and Peninsula Scenery Day Tour up to 4
$394.92
Tour image of Dunedin City - Settlers & Voyages Tour
3 hours
5 (8)
Dunedin City - Settlers & Voyages Tour
$59.12
Tour image of Emerson's Brewery Tour
1 hour
4.71 (7)
Emerson's Brewery Tour
$24.3
Tour image of Electric Bike Rental
1 to 3 days
5 (5)
Electric Bike Rental
$60.15
Tour image of Twilight at the Opera
1.5 hours
5 (4)
Twilight at the Opera
$39.49
Tour image of Dunedin Private Fullday Tour
8 hours
5 (4)
Dunedin Private Fullday Tour
$425.3
Tour image of Dunedin to Queenstown One Way Including Taieri Gorge Train
9 hours
5 (3)
Dunedin to Queenstown One Way Including Taieri Gorge Train
$176.2
Tour image of Private Dunedin & Otago Peninsula Day Tour Up to 4
6 hours
5 (3)
Private Dunedin & Otago Peninsula Day Tour Up to 4
$425.3
Tour image of Dunedin Adventure: Private Family Heritage & Nature Walk
3 hours
5 (2)
Dunedin Adventure: Private Family Heritage & Nature Walk
$549.47
Tour image of 5 Day South Island New Zealand Private Tour from Dunedin
5 days
5 (2)
5 Day South Island New Zealand Private Tour from Dunedin
$2916.33
Tour image of Dunedin to Te Anau via the Catlins One Way Small Group Tour
11 hours
5 (2)
Dunedin to Te Anau via the Catlins One Way Small Group Tour
$176.2
Tour image of Experience Dunedin and Otago Peninsula Tours Up to 4 people
6.8 hours
5 (2)
Experience Dunedin and Otago Peninsula Tours Up to 4 people
$455.68
Tour image of Experience Dunedin and Otago Peninsula Tours up to 8 people
6.3 hours
4.5 (2)
Experience Dunedin and Otago Peninsula Tours up to 8 people
$789.84
Tour image of Catlins Cruiser Private Tour from Dunedin Cruise Port
6.5 hours
3.5 (2)
Catlins Cruiser Private Tour from Dunedin Cruise Port
$297
Tour image of Dunedin 4 Hrs halfday Private Tour
4 hours
5 (1)
Dunedin 4 Hrs halfday Private Tour
$261.25
Tour image of Private Wildlife and Penguin Tour in Dunedin with Ticket
6 hours
5 (1)
Private Wildlife and Penguin Tour in Dunedin with Ticket
$363
Tour image of Bike Ferry Portobello to Port Chalmers and Quarantine Island
15 minutes
5 (1)
Bike Ferry Portobello to Port Chalmers and Quarantine Island
$9.11
Tour image of Dunedin to Invercargill via the Catlins 1 Way Small Group Tour
9 hours
5 (1)
Dunedin to Invercargill via the Catlins 1 Way Small Group Tour
$151.89
Tour image of Shared Dunedin City & Otago Peninsula Scenery Day Tour
6 hours
5 (1)
Shared Dunedin City & Otago Peninsula Scenery Day Tour
$136.7
Tour image of Nugget Point and Cathedral Caves Private Tour from Dunedin
9 hours
5 (1)
Nugget Point and Cathedral Caves Private Tour from Dunedin
$394.92
Tour image of Delicious walking food tour of Dunedin
3.5 hours
5 (1)
Delicious walking food tour of Dunedin
$136.7

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Day trips in Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula

Otago Peninsula

  • Duration: full-day loop
  • Highlights: Unique wildlife encounters and stunning coastal scenery
  • Best for: Nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts

Moeraki Boulders

  • Duration: 1 hour
  • Highlights: Fascinating spherical boulders on the beach
  • Best for: Photography enthusiasts and curious travelers

Central Otago Wine Region

  • Duration: 1.5 hours
  • Highlights: Scenic vineyards and award-winning wines
  • Best for: Wine connoisseurs and scenic adventurers
Tour image of Private Guided Tour of Dunedin City Heritage and Unique Wildlife and Scenery
7 hours
4.97 (32)
Private Guided Tour of Dunedin City Heritage and Unique Wildlife and Scenery
$1063.25
Tour image of Experience Dunedin and Otago Peninsula Tours up to 8 people
6.3 hours
4.5 (2)
Experience Dunedin and Otago Peninsula Tours up to 8 people
$789.84

Hidden gems

  • Discover local crafts at the Dunedin Craft Market.
  • Stroll through the quaint shops in Port Chalmers.
  • Unwind at the lesser-known Tunnel Beach, surrounded by cliffs.

Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula Expert Travel Tips

  1. Check local bus schedules using the Metro app.
  2. Bring NZ$20 for entry fees at some attractions.
  3. Dress in layers; weather can change quickly.
  4. Sample local cuisine at Octagon eateries.
  5. Respect wildlife guidelines when visiting reserves.

Travel Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula your way

Outdoor Activities

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Extreme Sports
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On the Water
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Water Equipment Rentals
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Boat Rentals
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Scavenger Hunts
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Fun & Games
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Mountain Bike Tours

Art & Culture

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Food & Drink

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Wine, Beer & Spirits
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Dining Experiences

Seasonal & Special Occasions

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Tickets & Passes

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Best time to visit Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula

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Spring 2025

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Spring brings mild weather and vibrant blooms, ideal for the Dunedin Farmers Market on Saturdays.
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Summer 2025

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Summer features warm temperatures perfect for beach outings and the Dunedin Fringe Festival’s lively acts.
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Autumn 2025

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Autumn offers cooler days with colorful foliage; it's a great time for vineyard tours.
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Winter 2025

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Winter temperatures can be brisk, but cozy up at local galleries during the Dunedin Midwinter Carnival.
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FAQs

While a car can enhance your visit, public transport is also available. Within the city, you can rely on bus services, which cost around NZ$2 per ride.
Yes, a variety of accommodations exist from budget hostels to boutique hotels, especially in summer when advance booking is advisable.
Taking a guided tour on the Otago Peninsula often yields the best wildlife sightings, including seals and penguins.
Entry to Larnach Castle costs approximately NZ$40. This includes access to the castle and its gardens.
Absolutely! There are multiple trails available, ranging from easy walks to more challenging hikes, offering beautiful coastal views.

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