Larnach Castle & Otago Wildlife Cruise from Dunedin

4.9 (82 reviews) 5 hours Free cancellation

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4.9

Climb the spiral staircase all the way to the roof top parapets.

Photo: Camilla Rutherford — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Castle to Cruise Tour — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Visit the stunning Larnach Castle. Explore the scenic Otago Peninsula and enjoy a special Monarch Wildlife Cruise.

Your guide will take you on a one-hour tour of Larnach Castle. Hear the scandalous story of early settler William Larnach and his family. Explore the beautifully restored castle, with it's original antique furniture and impressive craftsmanship throughout. 30-minutes is allowed to briefly explore the gardens or take tea in the ballroom cafe.

The bus tour will then take you further along the Otago Peninsula.

You'll next board a one-hour Wildlife Cruise, travelling past volcanic cliffs and a historic lighthouse. Enjoy close viewing of fur seals, royal albatross and seabirds. We sometimes spot sea lions, blue penguins & dusky or hectors dolphins.

A 90-minute visit to The OPERA can also be added on as an extra. See conservation in action and possibly see the worlds rarest penguin (yellow-eyed) as you walk through a private eco-reserve and wildlife rehab facility.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Monarch Wildlife Cruises & Tours

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–14 years) · Adults (15–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Restrooms at Larnach Castle and on the Wildlife Cruise
Included: Interactive commentary from a local guide
Included: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Complimentary wifi, jackets and binoculars on the Wildlife Cruise
Included: One-hour Monarch Wildlife Cruise
Included: Entry fee and one-hour Larnach Castle Tour

Not included

Not included: We don't provide food or drinks. You can bring it with you or snacks can be purchased at the castle
Not included: We don't pickup from Port Chalmers cruise terminal pickup, unless you've booked the correct option.
Not included: Wildlife viewing is not guaranteed, but we'll always show you as much as possible.

Itinerary

Otago Peninsula

1 h 30 min

Tour along the beautiful roads of the Otago Peninsula in our comfortable minivan. Enjoy stunning views of harbour and coast as you go.
Larnach Castle & Gardens

1 h 30 min Admission included

Small group guided tour through 'NZ's Castle'. Discover the scandalous story of the Larnach family and explore the painstakingly restored building and it's beautiful grounds.
Stop 3

2 hours Admission included

Bus tour along the scenic roads of the Otago Peninsula.
Stop 4

one hour

An invigorating wildlife cruise featuring volcanic cliffs, a historic lighthouse, royal albatross, fur seals and other Southern Ocean animals.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Options

Castle to Cruise Tour

Pickup included
Castle to Cruise Ship Pick Up

Pick up from Port Chalmers Cruise Ship Terminal for guests arriving via cruise ship only

Pickup included
Castle to Cruise + Penguins

Wildlife + Penguin Tour: Guided walk through an eco-reserve helping save the endangered Yellow-eyed Penguin. Not suitable for cruise ship schedules.

Pickup included