Larnach Castle Tour & Wildlife Cruise (Dunedin Shore Excursion)

4.9
(22 reviews)

6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 5 more

Join our guide for a personalised tour of Larnach Castle and learn about Dunedin's early history along the way.

Enjoy stunning views of the Otago Peninsula, the Otago Harbour and our rugged coastline as your bus travels across it's volcanic countryside. Your guide will give a full commentary throughout your journey.

Hop aboard a special Wildlife Cruise experience and find out why Dunedin is known as the Nature Capital of New Zealand. Spot royal albatross, fur seals, historic lighthouses and so much more!

What's Included

Complimentary Warm Jackets
Air-conditioned vehicle
Restroom on board
Complimentary Binoculars
We don't provide any food during the tour. Food can be purchased from the Ballroom Cafe at Larnach Castle.

Meeting and pickup

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

Please be ready and waiting in the 'Private Tours Area' within the Port Chalmers Cruise Terminal. Look for a Monarch Wildlife Cruises staff member holding a Monarch sign.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Enjoy a personally guided tour through Larnach Castle. Hear the scandalous story of original owner William Larnach. Your guide will provide a full commentary about the building, it's construction and the beautiful art and antiques that are spread through each room. Following the tour you'll have 30-minutes to explore the stunning gardens or take tea in the Ballroom Cafe.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2

    During the tour your bus will travel across the Otago Peninsula. You'll enjoy great views of the Otago Habour and our rugged coastline. The trip will pass through quaint harbourside communities and great examples of NZ farmland.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 3

    You'll be taken aboard a special Monarch Wildlife Cruise experience. Our crew will point out all the rare and unique southern ocean wildlife along the way.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 4

    During the Wildlife Cruise you'll be taken past Taiaroa Head, which is home to the world's only mainland nesting colony of royal albatross. You'll also see the historic lighthouse and the NZ fur seal breeding colony.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Monarch Wildlife Cruises & Tours

Tags

Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Historical Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Eco Tours
Water Tours
Shore Excursions
Small Group
Excellent Quality
Best Conversion
Worry-Free Shore Excursion
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Port Pickup

Cancellation Policy

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

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Rating

4.9 Based on 22 22 reviews
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