Discover New Zealand’s Otago Peninsula- just 1 hour’s drive from Dunedin- on this 60 minute wildlife cruise. The region is rich in diverse marine life and you will get to witness these marine mammals up close in their natural environment. Onboard the MV Monarch, passengers will delight in viewing Albatross in the world’s ONLY mainland nesting place. Other common marine life that you will see are the NZ Furseals fighting and playing on the rocks and the NZ Sealions returning to the beaches. While onboard listen to interesting commentary about the wildlife, history and geology of the region. This tour is part scenic cruise and part wildlife cruise as you take in the sights of the Otago coastline on the way out to sea. Cruises depart daily from Wellers Rock Wharf, Otago Peninsula with additional cruises available in the summer season.
Inclusions
- A 60 minute wildlife cruise departing from Dunedin, discover the rugged coastline, rolling farmland and quaint townships of the region with commentary on the passing scenes and wildlife
- Warm jackets are provided and the aft deck is enclosed and heated
Highlights
- Cruise the Otago Harbour and encounter New Zealand's southern ocean marine and bird life
- Keep an eye on sky as the Northern Royal Albatross maybe soaring above returning to their mainland nesting ground. The world's only mainland nesting grounds for the Albatross
- Watch the native Fur Seal fight and play on the rocks around their breeding rookeries and witness the endangered native Sea Lions returning to the sandy beaches
- Out towards the open sea you may spot you may see penguins, dolphins and other marine mammals
- View the breathtaking and rugged coastline close to the entrance of the Otago Harbour
Time
- Summer tours departs at 10.00am, 11.30am, 1.30pm, 3.00pm, 4.30pm
- Winter the tour departs at 2.30pm
Duration
Location
- Departing from 20 Fryatt St, Dunedin
- Complimentary pickups from selected hotels
Hotel Pickup
If you have booked a hotel
Prior to completing your purchase, enter your hotel name in the 'Add Booking Notes' section of the shopping cart. Once your booking is confirmed, you will receive a confirmation tour voucher with complete tour operator details. You will be required to contact the tour operator a minimum of 48hrs prior to your day of travel to reconfirm your hotel pick up time
If you have not yet booked a hotel
If you have not yet booked a hotel, enter the words 'hotel not known' in the 'Add Booking Notes' section of the shopping cart. Once your booking is confirmed, you will receive a confirmation tour voucher with complete tour operator details. You will be required to contact the tour operator a minimum of 48hrs prior to your day of travel to reconfirm your hotel pick up time
If you do not require a hotel pick up
If you do not require a hotel pick up and will be meeting the tour at the tour departure point, enter the words 'not required' in the 'Add Booking Notes' section of the shopping cart. Once your booking is confirmed, you will receive a confirmation tour voucher with complete tour operator details. You will be required to contact the tour operator a minimum of 48hrs prior to your day of travel to reconfirm your tour. Tour departure point is listed above and on your confirmation tour voucher.
What To Bring
- Please ensure to dress in accordance with the weather predication
- A warm coat and sun protection is recommend
Additional Information
- The tour is suitable for most people with limited mobility
Booking Information
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
