Private Tour
Dunedin and Otago Peninsula Private Tours Up to 4 people
Overview
Available languages
7 hours
Mobile ticket
We are local Dunedin Tour operators with 10 years of business experience focus on the customized Private Tours around Dunedin area and beyond. We offer and provide you the most flexible and personalized Dunedin and Otago Peninsula wild life Tours. We know Dunedin like the back of our hands and we will allow you to enjoy every hidden spots in Dunedin and freedom to move at your own pace. We are friendly ,knowledgeable, reliable and happy to meet new customers from around the world.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Flagstaff lookout and Hotere Garden
After warm welcome, drive you up to the lookout where you can see and enjoy the panoramic views of the Portcharmers, Bays, and your beautiful cruise ship in front of you, and good chance to take photos and take fresh air.
Mount Cargill Walk
Drive along the most astonishing scenic drive along the Mt cargil , stop for photos
What‘s Included
Comfortable SUV Transportation
Bottled water
Free pick up and drop off from your location Hotel, restaurants, and airport
Snacks
Photo taking
Can be available as per request
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guide
Castle garden entry - To be paid at the entrance
Options
Castle Garden entry
Castle Garden Entry
Duration: 1 hour
Water and refreshment
Otago Peninsula scenic drive
Nissan Extrail Suv vechile
Castle Garden entry
Pickup included
Reviews
4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful Day Visiting Various Sites and Larnach Castle and the Albatross Center Were Great!
ShawnVandy,,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Let me begin by saying Rose was a GREAT guide and except for the nearly late return to port, this excursion would have been flawless! Communication was great and we were given clear instructions where to meet Rose, which was right outside the pier. Rose was extremely knowledgeable about Dunedin and got us to many highlights throughout the South Island. She was extremely personable and a great guide. We started with a scenic tour of the area nearest the pier and some super beautiful sites and 'must see' areas. After some of those places, we went to the old train station which was a beautiful building inside and out and there was a large outdoor market with great local produce, crafts and foods - great stop. When Rose met us after our time to browse the market, she had gotten us a container of fresh cherries and blueberries, which were more flavorful than any we'd had in many years! We also went to Otago University and saw their very old and awesome original buildings and the new and very modern buildings. Next we went to Larnach Castle and Garden which was of course one of two 'highlights' on the excursion. Both the castle and the garden were awesome and we were glad we booked them as they were must see sites. Rose made sure we got to the castle before the bus loads of people (our ship and another were in port) arrived which was greatly appreciated! Next we headed to the Royal Albatross Center. We were hoping to see an Albatross, but knew that since that is up to nature, it may or may not happen. Fortunately, we were able to see 5 Albatross sitting on their eggs and then we had the extremely great fortune of seeing several Albatross in flight AND Actually was able to get a picture of them in flight! When we got back to the car, Rose had gotten us a bag of Whittaker's chocolate which was an awesome touch. Now-the only 'negative' part. Rose thought we had to be back to the ship by 4:00 and told us to leave the Albatross tour a few minutes early, which we did. I could tell she was really hurrying to get us back and | let her know that our latest return time was actually 4:30 pm and I could tell she was relieved. We had no idea how long it would take to get to the pier - and she stopped at a few places for us to take pictures, but in hindsight, that probably shouldn't have happened. I finally pulled up GoogleMaps and saw we were going to get to the pier at 4:22pm which was cutting it really close. Then we hit a construction delay. We did arrive at the pier at 4:24pm and they unlocked the non-cruise excursion return gate for us so we were able to get on just before the gangplank was removed. So, except for the stress on the return to the pier, I would absolutely recommend this excursion and Rose!!
Beautiful tour of countryside and city highlights.
Liz P,,Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide Rosie was flexible to meet our 9-4 schedule. She was a very careful driver on the narrow winding scenic drives through the beautiful countryside. We visited the lovely architecture of the train station, university and saw wonderful city buildings. The optional tour of the castle and botanical gardens was well worth the extra cost of the ticket. The stops to view the countryside and beaches were breathtaking. We went to the albatross site, but our schedule and bookings by others did not allow that. I would highly recommend this tour.
Knowledgeable guide. 6...
adrienne b,,Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Knowledgeable guide. 6 1/2 hours viewing beautiful Dunedin and surrounding areas. Gorgeous landscapes
Happy Mind, Happy Life!😂 ~ Rose’s quote.
Elizabeth S,,Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Picking up was a breeze. Our tour guide, Rose, was absolutely fantastic. So friendly and a great driver. She really knew her stuff when it came to the history and present of Dunedin. Rose was super flexible and always happy to snap group photos at each lookout. She never rushed us and made sure we were having a wonderful time on our excursion. It was such a great experience.
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