See rare yellow-eyed penguins, blue penguins and NZ fur seals in their breeding grounds on this 3.5hrs return tour of Natures Wonders on the Otago Peninsula.

Duration

3 Hours

About

The remote beaches at Natures Wonders are a breeding ground for remarkable wildlife. This coach tour takes you across farmland to wildlife viewing areas where you’ll see penguins, seals and cormorants in their natural habitat. The scenery is incredible, but it’s the wildlife that steals the show on this fully-guided, small-group tour. You’ll see:

• Hoiho yellow-eyed penguins (one of the world’s rarest)
• Blue penguins (the world’s smallest), and
• NZ fur seals (one of the cutest).

Keep an eye skyward and you might catch a glimpse of the majestic Royal Albatross - the bird with the world’s largest wingspan.

The journey to Natures Wonders is as stunning as the destination. The drive there takes you over the high road of the Otago Peninsula to Taiaroa Head. Along the way you’ll take in the spectacular views of remote beaches, steep rolling hills, rustic farmhouses and picturesque inlets. You will also stop (photo stop) for a look at Otakou Marae before continuing to your destination.

After the tour, we will return to the city via the low road - a captivating harbour-side drive. Let Awesome Tours take you on an unforgettable trip to this private, family-owned conservation area on the Otago Peninsula.

“Otago Peninsula… the finest example of ecotourism in the world.” David Bellamy, British botanist, and environmentalist.

More Info

All tours are confirmed after 12 hours of booking, deposit must be payed to secure a spot.

Choose one of three tours:

1. Wildlife tour in a small coach (standard tour)
2. Wildlife tour with Argo upgrade (will need a ticket for this upgrade)
3. Sheep Shed & Wildlife Combo

What is included in the Natures Wonders Wildlife Eco Tour

• pick up from Information Centre ‘The Octagon’ central city & return Octagon
• 1hr guided coach tour of the world famous, yellow-eyed penguin, blue penguin and NZ fur seal colonies.
• Travel the Otago Peninsula with its stunning scenery
• Experience driver/guide
• Full commentary

Optional Extras Argo upgrade (will need a ticket for this upgrade). Feeling adventurous? Add some extra exhilaration to your Natures Wonders tour with the Argo upgrade. See the same wildlife areas but travel off-road with the 8-wheel-drive, all-terrain Argo vehicle.

Daily tour details This tour operates in all weather. Duration: 3.5hr return (standard tour) Departure time: 2.30am (returning at 6pm). Departure point: Dunedin i-Site, 50 The Octagon, or central City accommodation (by arrangement, allow an extra 10mins) Dunedin Central Group size: 2-6 passengers (in minivan) 11-19 passengers (in mid-size bus)

Your transport for the tour You’ll enjoy the comfort and safety of:

• 2-7 people minivan (including driver) or
• 19-seater buses available for larger groups
• PA system
• air conditioning
• vehicles that exceed all New Zealand Land

Transport requirements. All drivers/guides are experienced and qualified drivers with First Aid training.