Dunedin and Port Chalmers lie on the 12-mile-long Otago Harbour. At the heart of the city, Dunedin is home to New Zealand’s first university, built in 1871. This lively college town is one of the South Island’s cultural capitals. Neighboring Port Chalmers has a thriving arts scene, inspired by its setting. Across the water, the distinctive Harbour Cone summit rises on the Otago Peninsula. Together, this unspoiled region is a breathtaking vista of mountains and sea, and home to seals, penguins and seabirds, including the only mainland colony of albatross in the world.
Shore Excursions
Shore excursions vary by each itinerary and are subject to change.
Dunedin City Tour
See the highlights of the best-preserved Victorian city in the world.
Cruise to Natures Wonders
Set sail on a scenic cruise along New Zealand’s Otago Peninsula, home to some of the region’s rare wildlife.
Dunedin on Foot & Otago Museum
Explore central Dunedin and discover the natural wonders of southern New Zealand at the Otago Museum.
Great Houses of Dunedin
Travel the coast to see this Victorian city’s architectural highlights, and tour an Edwardian mansion and a castle.
Otago Wildlife Cruise
Board the MV Monarch sightseeing vessel to encounter the southern hemisphere’s only mainland colony of albatross.
Penguin Beach at Natures Wonders
Observe the endangered, yellow-eyed penguin in its undisturbed habitat during an excursion to Natures Wonders.
Royal Albatross Centre
Discover the world’s only mainland albatross colony during a visit to the Royal Albatross Centre.
The Otago Peninsula
Explore the Otago Peninsula and its diverse wildlife, and see the world’s smallest penguin up close.
Clearwater Family Farm Wildlife Experience
Visit a working family farm and embark on a journey of discovery where you will see albatross, penguins and more.
Penguins at Sunset
Witness the little blue penguin in its natural habitat during a sunset visit to a nature reserve.
Dunedin High Country Expedition
Venture off the beaten track to learn about the daily operations of a New Zealand high country station.
