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Top 10 Private Tours in Dunedin, South Island
Rare yellow-eyed penguins, fur seals and the world's only mainland albatross colony share residence in Dunedin, New Zealand's oldest city. When you're not watching wildlife, this South Island Otago Coast town also boasts impressive historic architecture from its days as a gold-rush mecca. Visit the 1906 Flemish Renaissance railway station or the country's largest center of higher learning, which resembles Glasgow University, thanks to the area's early Scottish settlers.
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1. Private Tour: Dunedin to the Catlins
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Waterfalls, deserted beaches, coastal rainforest, and rare wildlife can all be found in the Catlins. Explore this remote part of the South Island on a private day trip from Dunedin. You'll learn about early Maori inhabitants and European settlers from your personal guide, who has a Department of Conservation (DOC) concession with access to unforgettable places.
Inclusions: Gratuities, GST (Goods and Services Tax), National Park fees, Light refreshments, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By keithcG4728US
We have been trying to contact you for the last 2 weeks due to mobility issues . The documentation you sent me wjen I booked in September 2020 had no contact details or the name of the land provide? The land provider contacted me on Wednesday 05/05/2021 and was made aware of the cancellation. You have debited our credit card with AUD$385.60. Please refund this amount ASAP. Regards, Keith F G Colyer.
2. Private Guided Tour of Dunedin City Heritage and Unique Wildlife and Scenery
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5.0 based on 10 reviews
Enjoy Dunedin on a private tour, tailored just for your group of up to 6 passengers. A knowledgeable driver - guide will show you the best spots in Dunedin in a comfortable van. You will be very flexible and can spend any amount of time at all the stops. There is an option fo a bigger group too. Scenic drive through the city and on Otago Peninsula to view the most breathtaking views. You will enjoy a stop at Royal Albatross Centre (about 1 hour), the world's only mainland colony of Royal Albatross. Here you have the option to either take lunch, explore the visitor center or wander outside (since it's generally pretty windy, you are likely to see flying the largest seabirds!) Then, take a scenic drive back to Port via Portobello Road, along the harbor, where you are likely to see wading birds. You will have a great choice to create a memorable tour to suit your interests.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Bottled water, Transport by private vehicle/ air-conditioned minivan, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Fuel surcharge
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By R3420VWdebbiee
An excellent tour of Dunedin City with a friendly and very knowledgeable your guide. Asta went out of her way to make it a special experience.
3. Private Luxury Tour Anywhere in NZ - Choose any number of days & destinations
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Travel New Zealand in luxury with an experienced local guide. We pick you up from any airport or Cruise Ship Port and take you on a private trip for your group. Let us make an itinerary for you or plan your own and tell us where you would like to go. Book 1 day or multiple days, we will stay with you throughout your vacation and give you an authentic unforgettable Kiwi experience.
Inclusions: GST (Goods and Services Tax), Bottled water, Light refreshments, Snacks, Professional guide, Port pickup and drop-off, Private tour
Exclusions: Accommodation, Meals
Reviewed By AdiS491
The tour of the set was excellent. The place is a well oiled machine from ticket office to bus ride etc. Our tour guide was very friendly and knowledgeable about the movies and all other aspects . The movie set was awesome and the gardens amazing . Even if you’re not a movie buff the experience and sheer brilliance of PJ et al is totally worth it . Having a drink ( free) at the Green Dragon ???? was fantastic.
4. Private Shore Excursion: Showcase Of Dunedin Nz
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
A SPECIAL SHOWCASE OF DUNEDIN HIGHLIGHTS IS CREATED FOR YOUR TIME ONSHORE Dunedin is famous for New Zealand’s finest heritage and cultural icons, spectacular breath-taking ocean and mountain views, beautiful gardens and city cafes. New Zealand’s amazing hot spots in Dunedin and surrounds provides you with a variety of options that can be made to a custom style day of memories. The itinerary for you is designed with plenty of allowance for your ship's arrival and departure times. A comfortable vehicle is provided for up to eleven people.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Professional guide, Port pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch
Reviewed By 676nataliew
This tour was fantastic! Our guide was so informative, guide was approachable and taught us lots about wine! She has a fantastic connection with the wineries and with this we received special treatment and we went to the best locations. Such an enjoyable day and have great memories!
5. Self-Guided City Adventure Game in Dunedin | The Tailor's Secrets
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
- Experience the beautiful city of Dunedin in an exciting new way. - Navigate through the city by deciphering a trail of cryptic clues sent to your phone. - See the sites and visit local establishments as you take part in an immersive narrative. - Work together with your group of two to five people, and uncover the mystery of each story. - Discover the city from a unique perspective you won't find anywhere else.
Inclusions: Clues and hints delivered to your phone via Messenger
Exclusions: Available for purchase at pub/cafe breaks, Available for purchase at pub/cafe breaks, Available for purchase at pub/cafe breaks
Reviewed By katea662
I am from Dunedin, but even I hadn't seen all of the artworks we visited. Had a great time checking out the nooks and crannies of the city, and really enjoyed the clues -- challenging but still fast-paced.
6. Heritage Highlights Walk
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Dunedin is a great wee city and is best explored on foot. New Zealand's largest city 1865-1889, and a university town, Dunedin boasts some picturesque streetscapes and standout Victorian buildings. This small-group tour is fun and interesting - and a great introduction to Dunedin. See the reviews of our walks!
Inclusions: In-person guide
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Reviewed By patrickkoellner
I did the two-hour tour - which is the longest and most comprehensive one available - with tour guide Athol in late February 2020. Athol is a fantastic guide who knows the city inside out. The tour covered both the historic part in the city centre and they newly developed wharehouse district a bit - but not much - further. I certainly learned a lot about Dunedin's city evolving city landscape. Dunedin has arguably the most character among cities in NZ and exploring its past and present is extremely worthwhile. Athol's tour is a great starting point for doing so. It can also be recommended for people having lived in the city for a while.
7. Private Iconic Larnach Castle Tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Enjoy your own personalized private tour of Larnach Castle and Dunedin City with us. This is a 6 hour fully guided tour that lets you explore Dunedin and Larnach Castle at a leisurely pace. Included is a guided tour of Larnach Castle's unique interior and gardens. Light refreshments and chilled water are included. The tour takes in many interesting buildings and landmarks in Dunedin city such as the Larnach family tomb, the old University and all the main city attractions. The drive to Larnach Castle offers spectacular views from the Otago Peninsula with a lookout stop along the way. Upon arrival at Larnach Castle, your table will be reserved for lunch at the Ballroom cafe (lunch is own cost). After lunch you will embark on a fully guided tour inside the Castle. Then your guide will also take you through the award winning gardens offering fantastic views over the Otago Harbour. Instead take a garden guide map and explore the gardens on your own during some free time before we depart.
Inclusions: Guided tour of Larnach Castle, Light refreshments, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By Truejaffa
We would thoroughly recommend using Iconic Tours. And here’s why. Last week we visited the Catlins with Kim from Iconic Tours. The Catlins had been on our bucket list for some time but we had never managed to get there until now. We had heard accommodation and cafes were in short supply down there and we wanted to ensure we didn't miss any highlights so we opted for a tour instead of self drive. Kim collected us from the airport in a comfortable air conditioned sedan and drove us into the city, pointing out places of interest as we went. He did a brief tour around the city centre, took us up to our accommodation in Roslyn and waited while we dropped our bags off, then dropped us back at the i- site. We spent the next 3 days exploring Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula which we really enjoyed. But the best was yet to come! Kim is a great driver and guide and he packed a lot into our 2 day Catlins tour, while never rushing or hurrying us. He is knowledgeable and articulate with a keen interest in the history of places and the local flora and fauna. As he was doing the driving we were able to sit back and relax and enjoy the scenery, and no need to worry if we had missed a turn off or if the road or a café were closed – he had all the local knowledge to adapt if necessary. But here’s a tip- allow 3 days , there is so much to see and do. He drove us down unsealed roads that we wouldn't have ventured on and the sights at the end were remarkable. We had walked the length of Cannibal Bay, admiring the sea lions basking on the sand and were about to head back to the car when Kim spotted a dark shape in the water . It was a huge sea lion swimming into the shallows, then walking up the beach and flipping onto the sand. Awesome. That was a highlight for us as was standing on the beach at Curio Bay in the dusk watching a lone Hoiho penguin make his way up the beach towards his nest. Our breakfast at the Tumu Toka Curio Bay cafe and our dinner at the Niagara Falls restaurant were culinary standouts. Superb service and delicious food. When we arrived at our beach front unit Kim brought in a platter of cheese and crackers and a bottle of bubbly to share with us as we reviewed the day. We then had a short rest, dinner then another visit to the beach to wait for the arrival of the little Hoiho, the rarest penguin in the world. Covered in the price of our tour was our accommodation at Curio Bay (which was a comfortable studio unit right on the beach) plus morning teas, lunches and a cooked breakfast and museum entries etc, plus of course a driver/guide. Kim managed to pack in a tremendous amount of things each day from walks through native bush to see amazing waterfalls, seeing the petrified forest and visits to museums to watching fur seals on the rocks. Kim also does Stewart Island tours and we've got that in mind for the future as we couldn't imagine a better tour guide. And the Catlins? Pristine, uncrowded, an awesome experience.’
8. Self-Guided Street Art Adventure Game in Dunedin | The Tagger's Influence
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
You’re an internet star on the rise, known for your stylish photos and witty hashtags on the popular social media platform, Gramblr. Lilly Freedom, notable social media agent, has slid into your DMs with an offer to earn thousands (of likes) and to become a bonafide celebrity for at least 15 minutes. To ensure you’ve got what it takes, she’s asked you and your equally attractive friends to find a secret piece of art by the elusive Blanksy in the Dunedin street art scene and create the next viral post. Can you and your group find the artwork and snap some #dunnerstunner pics along the way? What are City Adventure Games? - Experience the unique street art scene of Dunedin in an exciting new way. - Work together in a team of 2-5 as you take part in an immersive narrative. - Navigate down vibrant alleyways by deciphering cryptic clues sent to your phone to discover hidden artworks.
Inclusions: Clues and hints delivered to your phone via Messenger
Exclusions: Charges for cellular data required to send and receive messages
Reviewed By theworldsfastestslot
I did this activity as a birthday adventure for my wife. We had a great time doing this, seeing both familiar and unfamiliar parts of Dunedin. The clues were a mix of difficulties, so would suit a good range of people. Good way to get active and explore Dunedin. Would do again, but with a different game (currently 2 available).
9. 1 Day Private Tour with Basic Landscape Photography Around Dunedin
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Do you want to show your landscape photos to your friends without boring them? Are you reluctant to switch your camera from “automatic” to the more creative “manual" mode? Yoann, a Kiwi/French tour guide and photographer who has lived in Dunedin for over 18 years, will guide you on a private day of discovery of nature photography in Dunedin, the Nature capital of New Zealand! This private workshop is ideal if you are just starting out in photography, if you are newly equipped, or if you want to consolidate your experience with a professional photographer. This workshop is run in a relaxed atmosphere in Dunedin and on the beautiful Otago Peninsula. You will learn: -What gear to use -Composition: Rule of Thirds, leading lines, breaking the rules -Magic trio: Aperture, Shutter Speed, ISO -How to use the depth of field and play with the light -How to free yourself from the “auto mode” -Overview of post-processing and Macrophotography -How to correctly expose an image -Long exposure
Inclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, Lunch, Private transportation, One A4 Fine Art print from Yoann’s collection
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Reviewed By Susan W
A wonderful travel agency. It caters for individual needs. Knowledge of Dunedin and it environs is tip top. Knowledge of wildlife in the area could not be better
10. Half day Private Tour of Dunedin City Highlights and Peninsula Scenery
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4.8 based on 14 reviews
Enjoy Dunedin on a private tour, tailored just for your group of up to 6 passengers. A knowledgeable driver - guide will show you the best spots in Dunedin in a private vehicle. You will be very flexible to spend any amount of time at all the stops. Scenic drive from Port Chalmers through the countryside road to the city. Suggested stops are: Baldwin Street, Signal Hill Lookout Point, upper Botanic Garden with bird aviaries, Otago University, Octagon, First Church, Dunedin Railway station, Olveston House. Continue with a scenic drive onto Otago Peninsula with the most breathtaking views. Stop for a drink and a short stroll at Glenfalloch gardens or St Clair Beach. You will be flexible and will have a great choice to create a memorable tour to suit your interests.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Bottled water, Transport by private vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Port pickup and drop-off, Private tour
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By R3420VWdebbiee
An excellent tour of Dunedin City with a friendly and very knowledgeable your guide. Asta went out of her way to make it a special experience.
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