Larnach Castle & Otago Wildlife Cruise from Dunedin

4.9
(53 reviews)

5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

An unrivalled tour package! Visit the stunning Larnach Castle, travel the beautiful roads of the Otago Peninsula and join special Monarch Wildlife Cruise.

Enjoy a 90 minute tour of Larnach Castle and it's beautiful grounds. Hear the scandalous story of early settler William Larnach and his family. Explore the beautifully restored castle, with it's original antique furniture and impressive craftsmanship throughout. Time is allowed for exploring the gardens or a quick snack from the ballroom cafe.

You'll then continue along the Otago Peninsula and your guide will give an interactive commentary along the way.

Hop aboard a Wildlife Cruise out through the entrance to the Otago Harbour. Enjoy close viewing of fur seals, royal albatross and other seabirds. Sometimes we spot sea lions, blue penguins & dusky or hectors dolphins.

What's Included

WiFi on board
Complimentary warm jackets & binoculars (Wildlife Cruise)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Restroom on board
Meals and drinks (time available at Larnach Castle Café, or bring a packed lunch)
Port Chalmers cruise terminal pickup (unless selected at booking)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We can include pickups & dropoffs from Port Chalmers for people visiting Dunedin on a cruise ship. The cruise terminal is located 30-minutes from central Dunedin. Please select the option 'Cruise Ship Terminal pickup' when you book.

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Meeting point

Monarch Office - We ask that our visitors check-in 15 minutes prior to their scheduled tour start time. Free car parking is available at this location and the surrounding streets.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Tour along the beautiful roads of the Otago Peninsula in our comfortable minivan. Enjoy stunning views of harbour and coast as you go.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Small group guided tour through 'NZ's Castle'. Discover the scandalous story of the Larnach family and explore the painstakingly restored building and it's beautiful grounds.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Bus tour along the scenic roads of the Otago Peninsula.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 4

    An invigorating wildlife cruise featuring volcanic cliffs, a historic lighthouse, royal albatross, fur seals and other Southern Ocean animals.

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Monarch Wildlife Cruises & Tours

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Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Historical Tours
Water Tours
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Excellent Quality
Involves Animals
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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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