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What to do in Dunedin

Monarch Wildlife Experience

See the best of the Otago Peninsula and its unique wildlife. View albatrosses, seals, penguins, and up to 20 species of other bird and marine life in their natural and otherwise inaccessible environments. Highlights include guided tours of the Northern Royal Albatross Centre and the Yellow-eyed Penguin Reserve, a harbor and wildlife cruise, and scenic coach tour. Departs daily at 10.30am. Duration
8 hours. Includes Hotel transfers, informative commentaries with an experienced guide, fact sheets, jackets, binoculars, and refreshment. Optional add-ons available.

Otago Peninsula Wildlife Encounter

This tour presents exciting, memorable wildlife encounters. Find out why overseas visitors have described the wildlife experience as the highlight of their visit to New Zealand. Absolutely unrivaled, up-close viewing of Royal Albatross, Yellow-eyed Penguins, New Zealand sea lions and fur seals conducted mostly within a private conservation area. Departs daily, time varies between 1pm and 4pm. Duration 6
hours. Includes Hotel transfers and qualified wildlife enthusiasts.

Taieri Gorge Railway

One of the most memorable train journeys and Dunedin’s top attraction, the Taieri Gorge Railway takes passengers daily from Dunedin center to the rugged mountain interior of Central Otago. This return trip to Pukerangi is packed with heritage and history and has live commentary, friendly well-informed staff, and plenty of photo opportunities. Departs Dunedin Railway Station daily. One way travel to Queenstown also available. Includes Commentary.