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Escape the crowds and experience the wild side of Dunedin on a small-group wildlife cruise with a maximum of just 18 passengers. Venture beyond the Otago Harbour entrance, where the open ocean meets the dramatic coastline, giving you the opportunity to watch majestic Northern Royal Albatross soaring overhead and resting on the water in their natural environment.
Along the way, encounter New Zealand fur seals, sea lions and a remarkable variety of seabirds, with penguins, dolphins and even whales making occasional appearances.
Enjoy fascinating live commentary from your local skipper throughout the journey and take in panoramic views from the elevated flybridge or relax in the comfort of the enclosed cabin.
With more space, a personal atmosphere and access to spectacular wildlife and scenery, this is an authentic Otago Peninsula experience you'll remember long after you've returned to shore.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We depart from the floating jetty adjacent to to shiny "Ray White" building, near to the public toilet on the Customhouse Quay.
Please let us know if you need returned to Dunedin City from Port Chalmers. This is an added extra and will cost $35/person for the ride from Port to Dunedin.
Itinerary
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Our departure point is from the floating jetty in the corner of Steamer Basin, under the Ray White building. Here you will board our sightseeing vessel "Adagio". We will have a quick safety briefing before our departure and hear about our itinerary for the tour.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Travel down the Victoria Channel towards Port Chalmers
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Quarantine Island/Kamau Taurua is an historic quarantine station. We pass through the gap between the 2 Halfway Islands, the narrowest part of the shipping channel. Look for the shags and other sea birds along the rocky shore line.
Admission ticket free -
Port Chalmers (Pass by)
Pass by Port Otago and the main cruise ship wharf. Hear about the history of the port and the extensive shipping.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Pass by Careys Bay, the home of the local inshore fishing fleet and the famous Careys Bay Hotel, one of the oldest in the country. You can choose to be dropped here after your cruise.
Admission ticket free -
2Taiaroa Head
The home of the only mainland breeding colony of the Northern Royal Albatross. See these magnificent birds sitting on their nests and swooping along the cliff faces, sometimes right beside the boat.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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