easy
5 hours
Suitable for most fitness levels with minimal walking required aside from short strolls.
Discover Dunedin’s steepest street, scenic Highcliff Road, and the Royal Albatross Centre on a small-group tour that combines city heritage with raw coastal beauty.
All ages • 5 Hours • Great for families
Embark on a captivating 5-hour small group tour of Dunedin, where stunning landscapes and rich heritage await. Discover iconic sites like the world's steepest street and the Royal Albatross Centre, enjoy a scenic drive along Highcliff Road, and experience personalized attention from your knowledgeable guide. Unforgettable memories are just a tour away!
5 - 6 hours (Departure: 9.30am from Port, 9am from the Octagon)
You will experience gorgeous and memorable landscapes of Otago Peninsula with amazing string of rugged beaches, bays and wildlife. Your knowledgeable guide will provide a live commentary on the tour.
First, you will have a great introduction to the highlights of Dunedin City with stops at the world's steepest street, Signal Hill lookout, Northern Cemetery, First Church, Dunedin Railway station, University of Otago. You will have a short guided stroll at Dunedin Upper Botanic Garden to marvel rhododendron dell and bird aviary. After City sightseeing, relax, sit back and enjoy the most breathtaking scenic drive via Highcliff Road with some photos stops.
After a 1 hour scenic drive, at the end of the peninsula spend some free time at Royal Albatross Centre: this place offers the world's only mainland colony of Royal Albatross. Here you have the option to either take lunch, explore the visitor center or wander outside (since it's generally pretty windy, you are likely to see flying the largest seabirds!) or watch lazy seals.
On the way back to the city you will have an opportunity to take a different road along Portobello Road to enjoy views along the harbor.
The tour is designed for a small group, to enjoy flexibility, comfort and personalized attention.
If you are a large group, please reach out to us. We may be able to accommodate.
Weather can shift quickly along the Otago Peninsula, so dress in layers to stay comfortable.
Wildlife viewing opportunities, especially albatross and seals, may require zoom lenses for close-up shots.
Though mostly a driving tour, short walks involve uneven terrain, especially around the Botanic Garden and albatross viewing areas.
Exposed coastal areas and scenic stops offer little shade during summer months.
Dunedin was founded by Scottish settlers in 1848 and retains rich Victorian architecture alongside its natural wonders.
The Otago Peninsula hosts conservation projects focused on protecting native seabird colonies, including the rare royal albatross.
Adjustable layers help manage sudden weather changes on the coast and city.
Captures wildlife like albatrosses and seals beyond normal viewing distance.
Provides stability for uneven terrain at stops and short walks.
Hat and sunscreen prevent sunburn during exposed coastal stops.
summer specific