Clearwater Wildlife - Small Guided Tours (10 max) Otago Peninsula

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Overview

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Fewer People - More Wildlife!

The Clearwater Family Farm is home to more wildlife per square meter than anywhere in Dunedin.

Our tours offer the best chance to see Yellow-eyed penguins, NZ sea lions, NZ fur seals, albatross plus a wide variety of birdlife, in their natural habitat.

Your professionally guided tour of no more than 10 people will take you to our private beach & conservation reserves through our working farm at Cape Saunders on the Otago Peninsula.

A wild and untamed, dramatic environment that we are lucky enough to share with some of New Zealand's rarest species.

Our aim is to give you a truly authentic wildlife experience and leave you with memories that will last for a lifetime.

The Clearwater family has deep roots here and is devoted to preserving and enhancing its pristine beauty.

Become a part of our shared commitment to protect its natural wildlife habitats.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Level of fitness: This tour requires a moderate level of fitness. There are some hills to walk up and down and the beach walk also includes walking on sand and uneven ground. There are also several sets of steps and stairs therefore the terrain visited is not suitable for persons with walking disabilities.

Clothing: Our tours are an outdoor activity in a land where maritime weather prevails, the weather can change very quickly, regardless of the season. Always bring warm and waterproof clothes. For those that are unprepared we provide wind and rain proof jackets.

Footwear: Walking shoes/boots with good tread are recommended and necessary if conditions are wet or muddy.

Food: Tours are 4 hours in duration, so guests are welcome to bring pre-packed food and drink as there are no opportunities to stop for food during our tours.

Children: Small children might have difficulty keeping up on the trails. For safety reasons children are not able to sit on an adult's lap.

Medicines: Personal medicines etc. should be carried if required on all tours. Any medical condition which could potentially be a problem should be communicated to your guide at the start of a tour.

Photography: There will be some amazing photo opportunities during our tours so bring your best camera.

Cancellation Policy: To receive a full refund, travelers may cancel up to 24 hours before the experience start time in the local time zone. No refunds will be given after that time period.

Cruise Ship Passengers - Please advise us of the name of the cruise ship you are arriving on.

Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Complimentary wind & rain proof jackets

Complimentary High Quality Binoculars

There are toilet facilities at the farm and at our meeting point in the Octagon.

Air-conditioned vehicle

We have complimentary water & cookies on board

There are no food stops along the way. Guests are welcome to bring a packed lunch or snacks.

Our tour is not suitable for children under 5 years of age

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Clearwater Wildlife - Small Guided Tours (10 max) Otago Peninsula

Reviews

4.93

359 reviews on TripAdvisor

343

Our experience with Kelly...
Michele W,
Mar 29, 2025
5.00
Our experience with Kelly included great education regarding the old and new Dunedin and all of the wildlife we saw. Our travels to the private farm and beach was so fun. We saw fur seals, sea lions and yellow eyed penguins along with black swans, albatrosses, oystercatchers and many sheep! Highly recommend!
Fun and Educational
Robin D,
Mar 26, 2025
4.00
Overall the experience was good. The tour guided provided information and it was a fun walk down to the beach to see the penguins at a distance along with sea lions. But the walk to the beach is tough - not moderate. My travel friend couldn’t go see the penguins due to stairs. If you have mobility issues, check with the tour company first.
Clearwater Wildlife Experience
Beverly Y,
Mar 22, 2025
5.00
Excellent!!! One of the best tour that I’ve ever been on!!! Our driver/guide, Sian?? knows her stuff! She gave an excellent presentation on the wildlife, making sure safety was number one priority, and the wildlife animals were safe. It was so cool to see the New Zealand sea lion at a safe distance, and see the New Zealand fur seals playing in the tide pools. Even though we weren’t able to see the yellow-eyed penguin, in the open, only in his nest, was still an awesome experience!
Fantabulous!!
Walter O,
Mar 21, 2025
5.00
This was absolutely amazing. So much more than we expected. In fact, we would give it one of the best tours we’ve done for the last 2 months of our travels. Paula, our guide, we exceptional. Do NOT miss this tour!!
Wonderful Wildlife Tour
glennperry,
Mar 16, 2025
5.00
What an unforgettable privilege seeing amazing yellow eyed penguins waddling on grassy banks, fur seals scrambling around on rocks below and a pride of sea lions basking, lazily in the sun while watching some large males engage in some grunting and posturing, before they mutually agreed to cuddle up and get back to slumbering. Strategically located hides allowed us to view nature happening without disturbance or intrusion. Tom, our guide, was friendly and very knowledgeable answering any questions. Also he demonstrated good driving skills on the winding narrow roads and across the undulating countryside. Considering what we got to see, the small group and personalised approach, I thought the tour represented excellent value. Also must say the breathtakingly beautiful scenery which is abundant on Otago peninsula provided an idyllic backdrop to top off a very exciting and memorable day.