Private Tour
Dunedin City to Sea Wildlife Cruise + Peninsula Bus Tour
Overview
Available languages
3 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Bus across the beautiful Otago Peninsula and enjoy the sights whilst your local guide gives an informative commentary about the area.
Then hop aboard our comfortable boat for an invigorating cruise out past the historic Taiaroa Head lighthouse. You'll spot rare Southern Ocean marine wildlife, including royal albatross, fur seals and more!
The tour concludes with a relaxed cruise, back to Dunedin, along the Otago Harbour.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Our visitors are required to be able to step up and in to both our boat and vehicles.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
WiFi on board
Complimentary binoculars are provided
Air-conditioned vehicle
A hot drink will be served during the harbour cruise portion of the trip
Warm jackets are available for all guests
Restroom on board
We do not provide a meal during your tour. Guests are welcome to bring a packed lunch with them. Snacks and drinks can be purchased from our fully licensed bar.
What To Expect
Cruise along the picturesque Otago Harbour before joining the Monarch Wildlife Cruise
You'll enjoy great views of a historic lighthouse and the world's only mainland nesting colony of Royal Albatross and other Southern Ocean wildlife.
Options
Dunedin City to Sea Wildlife Cruise + Peninsula Bus Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
37 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Otago Peninsula bus tour with Sea Life viewing and River Cruise
Tom M,
Mar 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00The bus tour was great with amazing views and excellent commentary from the bus driver. The driver was very polite and helpful. The boat cruise outside the harbour was interesting with very informative commentary and plenty of seal and sea bird life viewing. The boat trip back to Dunedin was a very pleasant small group evening cruise which was very relaxing. A tour not to be missed.
Fabulous
Carol D,
Jan 30, 2024
- Viator
5.00David, the bus driver, the captain of the ship, and ship mate Killarney were all fantastic at their jobs!!! Very kind and welcoming folks! Interesting commentary about the albatross and other wildlife!!!
Wildlife Tour with transport
Ann B,
Jan 27, 2024
- Viator
3.00Really enjoyed the bus tour and boat cruise to peninsula. However the 1.5 trip back to Dunedin Harbour was rather boring although the crew did offer beverages and a savorie.
Amazing albatross
Cindy M,
Jan 22, 2024
- Viator
5.00Lovely afternoon tour with great naturalist, Alberto, on board, who is very knowledgeable and helpful. We had lovely, albatross sightings, and even saw some little blue penguins on the way back. Limited food on board to purchase so if you’re hungry, bring something with you. Just a few candy bars, chips or sodas for sale. Warm coats and binoculars are available on board to borrow.
Learned a lot!
Jan S,
Jan 4, 2024
- Viator
5.00Lovely trip, lovely people. Can recommend. Learned a lot about NZ wildlife and the history of Dunedin.
Related Experiences
Operated by Monarch Wildlife Cruises & Tours