It is the doorway to the otago peninsula with endless beaches and rugged landscapes. Nearly 850 square miles of wildlife and history twines with a coast that stretches from the waitaki river north of oamaru to the mighty clutha river south of dunedin giving form to the snaking long coastline. Good company tours offer a range of sightseeing and tour options for visitors looking for things to do in dunedin, one of new zealands southern most cities. Dunedin, nz dramatic coastal otago south island new. Penguin place is a private conservation reserve dedicated to helping the endangered yellow eyed penguin. There is also the option to add on dunedin city highlights to this tour. Settled in the 1840s by scottish immigrants, dunedin retains its gaelic character, with impressive stone buildings and is home to otago university. Dunedin sounds like a name with a past, a name worthy of a long history yet a name with a ring of the wild.
All dunedin hotels dunedin hotel deals last minute hotels in dunedin by hotel type by hotel class popular amenities popular dunedin categories near airports. We, and third parties, use cookies for technical and analytical purposes, for marketing purposes and for integration with social media. Visit dunedin bookmes travel guide for dunedin, new. After the tour we have time for a light lunch before heading to taiaroa heads at the end of the peninsula for the second wildlife tour at the royal albatross colony. This is a halfday mountain bike tour of the best tracks in dunedin. Combine a city highlights tour of dunedin with a wildlifefocused tour of the otago peninsula in a single day.
Dunedin mtb tracks halfday tour, dunedin, new zealand. So, please book your trip with great canadian by phoning 18004618687. Campus tour university of guelph student housing services. We bike through beautiful forest over tracks that have been specifically built for mountain bikes. Peninsula encounters standard tour penguins, seals, sealions and albatross. Before heading farther along the bay, enjoy the citys. Wildlife tour booking book your wildlife tour in dunedin. Visit the historic and stateoftheart buildings which make up the dunedin campus of new zealands oldest and. Awardwinning, locally flavoured food and drink tasting tours with a heritage twist. Book a tour to albatross, historic fort taiaroa, little blue penguins, tiki tours. Dunedin private tours taken by a local excursion trips. Explore dunedins victorian and edwardian architecture. At lapointefisher we are always excited to show off our facility to families in the community.
Recommend for anyone that has some time in dunedin, whether youre a big group, solo traveller, family or couple, this tour is a really great way to see the town and beautiful landscape that surrounds dunedin. Pick and choose from bexs favourites or your own to make your day out special. Trips, travel, tours guelph wellington seniors association. Enjoy a day exploring dunedin, new zealands oldest city boasting a fascinating history, and the surrounding rugged but stunning otago peninsula. Tours are general in nature and are typically 2 hours in length. Beset by the rugged hills and greenclad ridges of the otago peninsula, its hardly a surprise that scottish colonists chose this spot to settle as they drifted past the shores of south island in the 19 th century. Dunedin is surrounded by dramatic hills and a picturesque harbour. This full day tour includes an extended tour of the forest birds at orokonui ecosanctuary, plus wetlands and sea birds. Good company tours pick you up from your accommodation prior to the 10am 2 hour dunedin city tour commencing unless youd like to meet us at the visitor centre in the octagon. Dunedin, on new zealand s south island, is a region of unique landscapes and fascinating cultural history. Visit our exclusive observatory on the nature reserve to see giant albatross. Explore dunedin, the otago peninsula and surrounds with a knowledgeable local guide and see what all the others miss.
Astride their twowheeled steeds, visitors can explore the pinellas trail that cuts through downtown. Bex has unique stops such as wine tastings, boutique chocolate experiences, secret. Enjoy visits to new zealands only castle and the yellow eyed penguin reserve, as well as a spectacular wildlife cruise on this fabulous tour. As they flock to the nearby beaches of clearwater or the nightlife of tampa, most tourists overlook dunedin, a pretty burg known for its sweeping views of the gulf of mexico. Your half day tour begins when you are met at the main visitor terminal building at the port. Based in dunedin we do tours in queenstown, tours shore excursions private tours local tours luxury tours helicopter tours cruise ship tours sightseeing tours private new zealand tours elite tours. Perfect for firsttime visitors or those short on time, this tour covers both urban and natural highlights of the area. Youll be fascinated by the wealth of wildlife and exhilarated by the dramatic views. Let tourhqs local guides help you navigate the scotch bars and burns statues. The guelph fire department invites the public to visit its fire stations. Dunedin day tours dunedin attractions and activities nz. Nearly 850 square miles of wildlife and history twines with a coast that stretches from the waitaki river north of oamaru to the mighty clutha river south of. Suitable for couples, small and large groups up to 24 people in our small coach.
If you do not receive our email reply within 24 hours please check your emails spam junk folder. Youll see the university of otago, the dunedin railway station, and more, then continue to the beautiful otago peninsula, pausing for a. Dunedin akaroa picton wellington napier tauranga auckland. The local wildlife is both unique and abundant, home to the royal albatross, fur seals, sea lions, and the rare yelloweyed penguin. Dunedin new zealand cruise ship shore excursions and tours. Enjoy our comfy modern buses and friendly knowledgeable drivers as you get to see dunedin s best sights up close. Youll see the university of otago, the dunedin railway station, and more, then continue to the beautiful otago peninsula, pausing for a walk on st. Amazing tour in dunedin back to nature tours tripadvisor. Book your tour now for the experience of a lifetime. Wildlife sanctuaries on the otago peninsula and new zealands only castle larnach castle are popular tour destinations. The who is closely monitoring the coronavirus and more information can be found here. Dunedin and otago peninsula wildlife tour with optional larnach castle visit.
Immerse yourself in dunedins stunning heritage buildings, their colourful past and bright new future, with a guided walking tour by city walks. Zealand tours we have guided tours, group tours, private tours, cruise ship shore excursion tours, day tours, wine tours, luxury tours. Visit dunedin bookmes travel guide for dunedin, new zealand. And if it didnt feel like home, cityplanner charles kettle and the minister thomas burns yes, a direct relative of rabbie. Student housing services maritime hall, 50 stone road east, guelph, on, n1g 2w1 phone. Good company tours sightseeing tours dunedin scenic. Bookatour private tours in new zealand dunedin private.
We specialize in group tours coming into nz from 1 day to 10 days sightseeing tours all include a driver plus a separate guide for loads of fun, laughs and entertainment. Rugged and windswept at the end of the otago peninsula, dunedin is a mini scotland on new zealands south island. Half day dunedin city sights shore trips and tours. Dunedin day tours dunedin attractions and activities. Basalt pillars hillhike, ecosanctuary, sea cave and wetlands tour, ecosanctuary strolling tour with sea cave and wetlands, extended bird watching and wildlife tour. Dunedin has a wide variety of tours and activities to keep you entertained for days.
Dunedin attractions things to see and do south island. The cruise ships berth at port chalmers, a short distance from the city centre. Dunedin is the second largest city in the south island, and known as the edinburgh of the south due to the large number of scottish immigrants who settled there. To limit the spread of the coronavirus, attractions may be closed or have partial closures.
Dunedin tourism dunedin hotels dunedin holiday rentals dunedin packages flights to dunedin dunedin attractions dunedin travel forum dunedin photo dunedin map. We also visit baldwin street, the steepest street in the world, university of otago new zealands oldest university and the historic dunedin railway station. Book a tour undergraduate admission university of guelph. This award winning tour offers an exciting land based shore excursion through historic dunedin city and onto the beautiful scenic otago peninsula. Elm wildlife tours otago peninsula dunedin new zealand. Of course, you can also ask for help from the dunedin isite visitor centre it costs no extra to book with them. From there its a short 15 minute drive into the city of dunedin, driving along the harbour road with amazing views across the water to the otago peninsula. This tour sells out fast, so book your reservation today. Choose from an excellent range of tour experiences to maximise your stay in dunedin. Escape the crowds and venture out to explore parts of the town belt, coastline and. Rare yelloweyed penguins, moeraki boulders and ecosanctuary tour.
Tours outside regular availability, such as on weekends or in the evenings, are possible only if a tour guide is available. Dunedin and the otago peninsula wildlife tour provided by. Dunedin, nz dramatic coastal otago south island new zealand. Tours include visiting student residences, lecture halls, the library, the athletic facilities, the main administration building, and several general academic areas. Tour includes close viewing of albatross, penguins, sea lions and fur seals. But, thanks to the segwayriding guides at sun glide tours, the regions hidden gem just became much more accessible. Bound by breathtaking sandy beaches and rugged coastlines the otago peninsula is home to a multitude of rare wildlife such as the yelloweyed penguin. Your day starts with city sightseeing showcasing dunedins heritage buildings. Then to the octagon, the heart of dunedin, time here for photos and a quick coffee stop if you wish at the dunedin art gallery. Exclusive private guided tour create your own personalised tour of the otago. Our first stop is at new zealands oldest university, otago, opened in july 1871 with a staff of just three professors, it is now a major. Choose from halfday or fullday prearranged itineraries below or we can offer bespoke tours as per your wishes. New zealand guided group tours back to nature tours and.
Experience the best private tour dunedin has to offer by working with bex to design your own personalized day out. Tours are entertained monday to friday at 10am and. Tours require twoweek advanced booking, and groups greater than 12 participants require extra notice. Visit guelph guide 2017 by guelph tourism services issuu. Tour pickupdropoff from your ship berth at port chalmers, dunedin. To book a fire station tour for your group you will need. Relax at the gardens, visit the galleries and museums, catch some waves, drive or cycle the otago peninsula. After completing both wildlife tours on the otago peninsula, we head back to dunedin city for a brief city sights tour which includes a visit to baldwin street on route to the ship. The university of guelph invites you to take advantage of some special opportunities to get to know our campus and our community. Exclusive wildlife tours viewing of rare yellow eyed penguins, hookers sea lions, nz fur seals. Available on each tour is a booklet of historical information and architectural drawings, which allows selfguided tours and makes a wonderful keepsake. Any tour of dunedin has to include a visit to the iconic railway station, with time to look around this architectural gem of a building and perhaps watch the taieri gorge train depart. Browse our range of guided tours in dunedin, tauranga and akaroa.
Guided tours fund 100% of the project including habitat restoration, predator control, monitoring, research and a large rehabilitation facility. This tour sells out fast, so book your reservation. Learn in a guided small group with a maximum of 10 travelers about all of the ingredients that go into the awardwinning brews and hear about the state of the art. Please consult government travel advisories before. Wildlife tour booking book your wildlife tour in dunedin last updated. Dunedin city sights tour 50457 cruising excursions. Dunedin sightseeing scenic tour dunedin highlights. Private tours new zealand new zealand tours bookatour. When you call them, please tell them that you are a member of the guelph wellington seniors association to help support gwsa. Good company tours pick you up from your accommodation prior to the 10am 2 hour dunedin city tour commencing unless youd.
Explore dunedins victorian and edwardian architecture, get close to rare wildlife and soak up the quirky city vibe. You can book online through our website or call us if you have any questions. The city has a compact hub, built around the octagon. Departing port chalmers for dunedin city we travel alongside the harbour with great views across to the otago peninsula, which we will be visiting later. This premier tour includes dunedin sightseeing, the full otago harbour and taiaroa head wildlife cruise, scenic otago peninsula bus tour, and guided tours of the royal albatross colony, the yellow eyed penguin reserve and a visit to wading bird habitats. The tour will commence with a scenic drive along the harbour road making our way to dunedin city. We have city and otago peninsula tour options, wildlife excursions, heli tours as well as a honey and hive tour. Dunedin and otago peninsula tour booking form zealandier tours. Our tour begins with a scenic drive into the city to admire the largest collection of edwardian and victorian structures. Please consult government travel advisories before booking. The dunedin botanic gardens are a delightful place to explore any time of year from the edwardian winter garden to the glorious rhondendron dell. Dunedin tours enjoy the sights in dunedin dunedin tours. Youll meet with staff and students and learn more about what guelph has to offer.
From may to august, visits to ovc are limited due to tour guide availability. Dunedin and otago peninsula tour booking form zealandier. Enjoy our comfy modern buses and friendly knowledgeable drivers as you get to see dunedins best sights up close. This fantastic 4hour indepth city tour of dunedin lets you visit famous landmarks and lookouts, with interesting commentary explaining all the places along the way. The tour was all i hoped it could be, and a really personalized experience. Explore dunedin highlights on a 3hour, smallgroup tour that goes from the citys historic landmarks to the beaches of the otago peninsula. A donation is made to the guelph seniors association for every trip booked by the centre for great canadian travel trips. Dunedin tourism dunedin hotels dunedin holiday rentals dunedin packages flights to dunedin dunedin attractions dunedin travel forum dunedin photo dunedin map dunedin guide.
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