Dunedin Trip Overview
On the wildlife cruise part of your tour we go in search of albatross, seals, penguins and many other species. We usually see between 12 and 18 species of animal. You will be given a wildlife sheet before you leave us so you can remember all ofthe animals youve seen.
We aim to get close and low with the animals.
The vessel is fast, comfortable and a custom build.
There is a bathroom onboard and a heated cabin.
Your free time in Portobello can be spent however you like. By hiring an electric bicycle to explore the area more fully, a museum visit, shopping in the local village or by strolling and picnicking. You have plenty of time to enjoy it.
Additional Info
Duration: 5 hours
Starts: Dunedin, New Zealand
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Dunedin, South Island, New Zealand
On the wildlife cruise part of your tour we go in search of albatross, seals, penguins and many other species. We usually see between 12 and 18 species of animal. You will be given a wildlife sheet before you leave us so you can remember all ofthe animals youve seen.
We aim to get close and low with the animals.
The vessel is fast, comfortable and a custom build.
There is a bathroom onboard and a heated cabin.
Your free time in Portobello can be spent however you like. By hiring an electric bicycle to explore the area more fully, a museum visit, shopping in the local village or by strolling and picnicking. You have plenty of time to enjoy it.
Stop At: Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society, 17 Harrington Point Road, Portobello, Portobello, Dunedin New Zealand
Browse the artifacts, talk to the museum keeper, and learn the local maritime history including that of the nearby hulks (shipwrecks), which you will see as we pass by, on the boat on our way to Portobello
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Taiaroa Head, Harington Point 9077, New Zealand
By boat we circle the headland looking for albatross that nest here, seals, penguins and many other marine animals and birds.
We stay on the vessel the whole time.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Otago Peninsula, Dunedin New Zealand
Scenery, shops, walk the flat, easy and interesting heritage trail. Stop and read the plaques that will tell you of the history of the area.
Have free time to visit the local shops and see the displays of traditional Maori carvings being made and other local arts.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Otago Peninsula, Dunedin New Zealand
We hire electric bicycles from our boatshed at Portobello (must book bicycle by contacting us, before tour departure).
Places to cycle are plentiful. Go to the nearby village, harbourside headlands, wetlands to see wild birds or the the hidden beach of Allans Beach.
Bicycle hire is at extra charge of $70 per person.
If youd like to hire one, please contact us prior to tour departure time with your height.
Duration: 2 hours
