Otago Peninsula, Dunedin, New Zealand. Otago Peninsula is the location of Dunedin's seal and penguin colonies, and the world's only mainland albatross rookery.

Otago Peninsula
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Photographs Michael Witbrock & Antoine Brusseau, New Zealand on the Web, January 1996

Jutting out to sea, and forming one side of Otago Harbour, the Peninsula is well worth a day trip, with sights ranging from a Victorian Castle and World War II gun emplacements to seal and penguin colonies, and the world's only mainland albatross rookery.

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Featured Otago Peninsula Activities

Albatross, Wildlife and Harbour Cruises and Otago Harbour Ferry

Albatross, Wildlife and Harbour Cruises and Otago Harbour Ferry

Ferry Service - Dunedin - Starting from $90.00 per person

Pick one of 3 departure times - 10:15, 1:15, or 4:00, and come out for the sightseeing tour of a lifetime!

Enjoy stunning views and epic wildlife on the new (2018), custom-made boat The Sootychaser.  Enjoy interactive narration by your experienced guide throughout the tour, as you keep an eye out for some of the rarest animals in the wild in New Zealand!  You'll get stunning views of Quarantine Island, Port Chalmers, and of course Taiaroa Head from inside the heated the... More...


Dunedin Shore Excursion: Taieri Gorge Railway and the Otago Peninsula Day Trip from Dunedin

Dunedin Shore Excursion: Taieri Gorge Railway and the Otago Peninsula Day Trip from Dunedin

Ports of Call Tour - Dunedin - Starting from $199.00 per person

This tour combines an unforgettable way to explore inland Dunedin by railway and also visit the stunning Otago Peninsula. The Taieri Gorge Railway provides a look at the vast landscape of Dunedin with spectacular views as you travel through narrow tunnels, along sharp curves, over deep ravines and through the Taieri River Gorge. The second half of the day continues with an exploration of Otago Peninsula’s rugged coastline, where some of the best photo opportunities can be experienced, as you... More...


Dunedin Shore Excursion: Taieri Gorge Railway Tour and City Sightseeing

Dunedin Shore Excursion: Taieri Gorge Railway Tour and City Sightseeing

Ports of Call Tour - Dunedin - Starting from $175.00 per person

When your cruise ship docks in Dunedin, take a trip through the spectacular scenery surrounding the Taieri River on board the Taieri Gorge Railway. Travel through tunnels and over viaducts on this train-lover’s shore excursion, and then see Dunedin’s top sights before returning to the Dunedin port. More...

Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights, Coastal Train and Castle Garden

Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights, Coastal Train and Castle Garden

Ports of Call Tour - Dunedin - Starting from $225.00 per person

Start at Port Chalmers to experience the pure beauty of Dunedin on a fantastic tour of rich heritage, spectacular scenery. In addition you will  join a 90 minute return coastal train trip. You will experience memorable landscape of Otago Peninsula with amazing string of rugged beaches, bays. Your knowledgeable guide will show you the most breathtaking views. Your tour will include an entry to the garden of the only castle of New Zealand - Larnach castle. You will stop at the world's steepest... More...

Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour

Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour

Attraction - Dunedin - Starting from $22.00 per person

Admire the fine architecture, gardens and decor of the elegant Olveston Historic Home during a 1-hour guided tour of this must-see attraction in Dunedin. You can also stroll through the beautiful gardens and take in views of the city and Otago Harbour. During the house tour, your knowledgeable guide shares informative commentary about the design, art and furnishings, as well as the family that built the home. This tour gives you a chance to glimpse life in New Zealand during the early... More...


Chy-an-DowrChy-an-Dowr - Apartment.

Located opposite a small beach on Otago Harbour, Chy-an-Dowr offers a guest suite at Chy-an-Dowr. It is 20 minutes'...

Peninsula Encounters - Standard tour - Penguins, Seals, Sea-lions and AlbatrossPeninsula Encounters - Standard tour - Penguins, Seals, Sea-lions and Albatross - Adventure Tour - Dunedin. Starting from $122.00 per person.

Our knowledgeable guides deliver commentary of activity. Our private conservation area ensures exclusivity with...

 

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