Dunedin to Te Anau via the Catlins One Way Small Group Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

11 hours

Mobile ticket

Venture into New Zealand's stunning southern coast on a full-day tour from Dunedin to Te Anau, where the rugged beauty of the Catlins awaits. Explore natural wonders like the iconic Nugget Point Lighthouse, marvel at the picturesque Purakaunui Falls, and enjoy a creative lunch stop at the Lost Gypsy Caravan. Walk across the ancient petrified forest at Curio Bay and keep an eye out for rare wildlife such as yellow-eyed penguins. This small-group tour with expert local guides ensures a personalized experience filled with storytelling and comfort.

- Scenic journey through the untouched Catlins region

- Visit Nugget Point Lighthouse and Purakaunui Falls

- Lunch at Papatowai with a quirky art experience

- Small group size (max 15 guests) for an intimate experience

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

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

Children aged 7 years and below are required to travel in a child safety car seat. You can hire seats ($20NZD per seat) or you can provide your own

Not recommended for travelers with severe mobility difficulties, a moderate amount of walking is involved.

Remaining hours will be allotted for the travel time

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Space for luggage - 1 large & 1 small per person

Lunch stop in Papatowai (food available for purchase)

Hotel drop off in Te Anau (select locations only)

Fully guided small group tour by local experts

Hotel pickup in Dunedin (select locations only)

Water and snacks provided

Lunch stop in Papatowai (food available for purchase)

Accommodation

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

Nugget Point Lighthouse

A short walk takes us to the spectacular Nugget Point Lighthouse, perched above wave-battered sea stacks known as “The Nuggets.” Keep an eye out for seals sunning on the rocks and seabirds soaring above the ocean below.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Purakaunui Falls

A quick and easy forest walk brings you to this stunning multi-tiered cascade. One of the most photographed waterfalls in the country—and for good reason.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Dunedin to Te Anau via the Catlins One Way Small Group Tour

Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

2 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Awesome - Ask for Jason
Teapot39,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was the best day I have spent in New Zealand in the 3 weeks I have been here. This is a new trip in its infancy and I was the only person on it but it wasn’t cancelled. My driver Jason was so knowledgeable and entertaining. The waterfall on the schedule was inaccessible because of fallen trees but Jason took me to a different one, in fact two very close together. When he knew that my only reason for wanting to go to Invercargill was to go further south than I had been before he went one better and took me to Slope Point which is the most southerly spot on the South Island. I hope that the company can incorporate this into future trips because it really did tick a box. All the other stops were just as memorable with lots of photo opportunities. There would have been many more I’m sure apart from the awful weather. 11 hours went by so quickly. I thoroughly recommend this trip and if you have a choice of dates ask for Jason.
Fantastic Trip
Go65266688607,
Aug 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing trip, the tour guide was so informative and made the trip so enjoyable. Would definitely recommend to anyone who is looking to explore a remote and lesser known area of the South Island.