Otago Harbor Wildlife Cruise
Experience unrivaled wildlife viewing and enjoy scenic harbor and city views of historic Dunedin.
This tour sets off from the Port Chalmers Cruise Terminal and shuttled to our boat, the Vivienne J. On this excursion you will enjoy a 2-hour cruise along Otago Harbor and beyond. Here you will get a beautiful view of the historic Careys Bay and experience a wildlife cruise around Taiaroa Head. Enjoy a hot drink and a biscuit as you travel through the beautiful Quarantine Islands and past the historic Careys Bay. The cruise then continues past the Aramoana cliffs and tidal sandflats, past the picturesque Taiaroa Head lighthouse, and out to sea. You'll get close to royal albatross, fur seal and cormorant breeding colonies. You may also see blue penguins, sea lions, dolphins, and other rare Southern Ocean animals. By the time you're dropped back to your ship you'll know why Dunedin is the Nature Capital of NZ.
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Operated by
- Shore Excursions Group
- An approximately 2 to 5-minute walk from the cruise ship pier. Full details will be provided in your electronic ticket upon confirmation.
- We recommend guests wear comfortable and layered clothing that may be removed.
- Guests must be able to step on and off the boat and bus.
- Food & beverages: Morning tea is included.
Excursion purchases are fully refundable outside of 14 days prior to the tour date. Beginning on the 14th day prior to the tour date, excursion purchases are non-refundable.