Harbour, Albatross and Wildlife Cruise on Otago Harbour

Name: Harbour, Albatross and Wildlife Cruise on Otago Harbour
Price: 130 NZD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.41 (22 reviews)

Overview

Available languages

English

Mobile ticket

Join our group tour of Otago Harbour on our latest vessel, "Adagio" Fast, safe, and comfortable, you will see more of our beautiful harbor with its extensive history and abundant wildlife.

Your skipper and guide will give you a commentary along the way, pointing out places of interest and facts about the wildlife you will encounter.

The main attraction, of course, is the albatross colony at Taiaroa Head at the entrance to the harbor. Watch as these magnificent birds glide along the cliff faces and swoop down along the waves, sometimes beside the boat. An experience not to be missed.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Guests need to step down into the boat-approximately 20cm

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

The jump on point for our Harbour cruise if leaving from Dunedin

Admission Not Applicable

The start point for our Harbour, Albatross and Wildlife cruise. A popular spot for locals to launch their trailer boats. Tour boats leave from here for tours around the harbour

5 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Group tour with a maximum of 18 passengers

Toilets available at departure/drop off points

Restroom on board

Please bring your own drink bottle

Please bring a warm jacket

Options

Depart from Steamer Basin 1

Duration: 2 hours: An extra 30 minute tour of the upper Harbour is included with this option
Depart from Steamer Basin, Dun

Depart from Back Beach,Port C

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: This tour is 1.5 hours long
Depart/return from Back Beach

Reviews

4.41

22 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great Wildlife Tour
emhanguy,,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My husband and I were the only people to show up for the tour. I was surprised that we weren’t cancelled. Rob was terrific and took us on a private journey to see the Albatross up close. He gave us an informative talk on their habits and breeding rituals. We also were able to view red billed gulls and fur seals. At the end of the trip he dropped us at Carey’s Bay Hotel so we could enjoy a pint before heading back to our ship.
Not recommended
Adriana P,,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00
The instructions as to the pick-up point were confusing. The stated pick-up point was Back Beach, without a mention of it being at Port Chalmers but the detailed directions were to the wharf in the city. The boat was old and grubby. It was small and I did not expect it to go out to the open sea in search of albatross. No life jackets were visible.
Trip around the harbour
jennypearce9957,,Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Enjoyable trip around the Harbour. Saw two albatross, one flying right in front of our boat but my photography skills meant I couldn’t capture it. Great commentary, lovely couple, Rob and Holly took care of our needs. Only 3 of us on the boat so it was a very special trip. Saw seals and several different birds.
Great Albatross ocean sail
Arindam R,,Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great for a small boat ride on big ocean waves, escorted by an Albatross. Rob is an excellent boatman. Holly is a free Maori spirit. They are polite, puctual & professional.
Mark and Karen
Mark H,,Jul 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
A great way to see the harbour and the wildlife in the area, Rob gave us good commentary of the area and pointed out the old pub to have lunch at, all in all definitely do it.
A special afternoon
gabrielet186,,Mar 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A tour of the unique Otago Barbour on a well equipped small personalized boat with a knowledgeable and friendly captain and guide. Albatross aplenty - we pulled up to a group of them and they inquisitively ventured right up to the boat! Saw the nesting sites, albatross with 3 metre wing spans in flight close by together with seals and a variety of other birds. Great competitive price.
Cancelled trip
N7409AOanitag,,Mar 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Sadly we were unable to go on this trip due to mechanical failure of the boat. I didn’t receive the cancellation as the email went into my spam! However Rob was quick to respond to my message when we were waiting for our pick up. He was apologetic and duly refunded our money in full, extremely promptly. Sad not to have done this trip but Rob also offered us a 30% reduction if we are able to attend at another time, can’t complain at that!
A must-do
Jomau10,,Feb 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Today, my girlfriend and I had a guided tour and got to see a lot of wildlife thanks to Ron. We were taken on a boat trip and had a great time. It was definitely a must-do!
Otago Harbor Tour
Dennis T,,Feb 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
On time, educational, lots of wildlife. The captain was friendly, kind and helpful. He went above and beyond to be sure we had a great experience.
Spectacular experience.
Frank S,,Feb 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Rob, our adept skipper, guide and wildlife expert managed the trip wonderfully making great decisions to find lots of species.