Otago Peninsula Tour: Explore Unique Ecosystems and the Blue Penguins Pukekura

Embark on an Otago Peninsula tour and explore unique ecosystems, encounter diverse wildlife, and witness the enchanting Blue Penguins Pukekura. Join our renowned wildlife ranger for an unforgettable experience!

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Dunedin - For those joining us from Dunedin we pass by some of the most famous buildings in the city before heading out onto the Otago Peninsula. This 30 minutes does include pick-up times. This part of the journey isn’t available for those joining our bus from the Larnach Castle pick-up because the Castle is situated out on the Otago Peninsula.
What's Included
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Other
Additional Information

If you are a visitor that truly wants to see and understand the unique ecosystems, wildlife, culture, geology and botany of the Otago Peninsula then join this tour. A tour designed by the Otago Peninsula’s longest serving wildlife ranger. We see a variety of wildlife species along the way (Note: seasonal). At Pukekura we have a good chance to see seals…

Location
Dunedin
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Johnsy4587qo
Mar 28, 2025
Adorable blue penguins! - The adorable blue penguins coming up the beach to their burrows is a must-see experience. So cute. And the nearby albatross are so majestic.
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D7569ltchristinaw
Mar 27, 2025
Great experience! - Lots of incredible information about the area, the flora and fauna from our guide. The blue penguins were an experience i would do again! But dress warmly! There are warm items for purchase in the gift shop prior to heading out to see the penguins. Great experience. Would definitely recommend.
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Q4677lhlindaw
Mar 26, 2025
Loved the Penguins - We got so many pictures with our phones, even without flash. James was so informative as our guide along the way. And it was nice not driving!
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Denise_a
Mar 17, 2025
Blue Penguins / Otago Peninsula - It gets REALLY cold after dark so bring a proper jacket. Shaun (sp) was an amazing guide. She was so knowledgeable about the history of that area, as well as the marine life. Great tour and exceptional guide!
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Jayneherring9
Mar 16, 2025
Great wildlife experience - We had a fabulous tour with our guide Danni. She was knowledgeable and fun to listen to. We learned a lot about wildlife, your indigenous history and Dunedin. We saw lots of great wildlife along with the amazing Blue Penguins. My husband and I had a fabulous tour and would highly recommend this company and Danni as your guide!
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Tim_r
Mar 12, 2025
Very worthwhile tour with strong educational element and of course wonderful penguins - This was a fabulous experience with James who was an expert guide. We learnt so much about Dunedin, the local flora and fauna, the fascinating bird like and of course the Blue penguins.
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Philip_r
Mar 11, 2025
You've not dun Dunedin until you've p.p.p.picked up a penguin (tour) - Very well organised tour with knowledgeable (and entertaining) guide/driver in Sian. Gave us in-depth insight (and mythology) of the scenery, wildlife, culture and history of the area and its delights. All our needs catered for. And the highlight of the tour, the blue penguins, arriving onshore after days out at sea, was perfectly timed and supported by our three guides giving us a pre-show history of the region, the development of the colony and the day to day life if the tiny blue stars. Five star tour and great value for money.
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Alisonw2469
Mar 9, 2025
Great experience even for kiwis - The guide Danni was so well informed and enthusiastic it was great. I am a kiwi but still didn't know many of the things she spoke about. In relation.to Dunedn. It was a nice idea giving out biscuits while we waited.
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Laura_h
Mar 8, 2025
Great close up experience... - Great close up experience to see penguin behavior and take photos. Lots of background information as well.
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Gwyn1061
Feb 28, 2025
Fantastic trip - This trip was fantastic. Got to see plenty of penguins on the beach plus albatross & other wildlife. Guides very friendly& knowledgeable. Well worth the money. Thank you
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From $87
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).