Larnach Castle Tour & Wildlife Cruise (Dunedin Shore Excursion)

4.9 (30 reviews) 6 hours Free cancellation

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30 reviews

4.9

Welcome to Larnach Castle. Enjoy a guideg tour then explore the beautiful gardens or take tea in the Ballroom Cafe. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Our guide will tell you the scandalous story of original owner William Larnach. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Join our guide for a personalised tour of Larnach Castle and learn about Dunedin's early history along the way.

Enjoy stunning views of the Otago Peninsula, the Otago Harbour and our rugged coastline as your bus travels across it's volcanic countryside. Your guide will give a full commentary throughout your journey.

Hop aboard a special Wildlife Cruise experience and find out why Dunedin is known as the Nature Capital of New Zealand. Spot royal albatross, fur seals, historic lighthouses and so much more!

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At a glance

Duration: 6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 14 people
People per booking: 1–14
Written guide: German, Chinese, Italian, French, Dutch, Spanish
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: Complimentary Binoculars
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: On-board restrooms: Restroom on board
Included: Complimentary Warm Jackets

Not included

Not included: Dinner: We don't provide any food during the tour. Food can be purchased from the Ballroom Cafe at Larnach Castle.

Itinerary

Larnach Castle & Gardens

1 h 30 min Admission included

Enjoy a personally guided tour through Larnach Castle. Hear the scandalous story of original owner William Larnach. Your guide will provide a full commentary about the building, it's construction and the beautiful art and antiques that are spread through each room.

Following the tour you'll have 30-minutes to explore the stunning gardens or take tea in the Ballroom Cafe.
Otago Peninsula

3 hours

During the tour your bus will travel across the Otago Peninsula. You'll enjoy great views of the Otago Habour and our rugged coastline. The trip will pass through quaint harbourside communities and great examples of NZ farmland.
Stop 3

one hour Admission included

You'll be taken aboard a special Monarch Wildlife Cruise experience. Our crew will point out all the rare and unique southern ocean wildlife along the way.
Taiaroa Head

30 min Admission included

During the Wildlife Cruise you'll be taken past Taiaroa Head, which is home to the world's only mainland nesting colony of royal albatross. You'll also see the historic lighthouse and the NZ fur seal breeding colony.

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

Please be ready and waiting in the 'Private Tours Area' within the Port Chalmers Cruise Terminal. Look for a Monarch Wildlife Cruises staff member holding a Monarch sign.

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.