Dunedin to Invercargill via the Catlins 1 Way Small Group Tour

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About this activity

Explore New Zealand’s wild southern coast on a scenic one-way tour from Dunedin to Invercargill, traversing the breathtaking Catlins. This full-day adventure features stunning landscapes, including the Nugget Point Lighthouse, Purakaunui Falls, and the ancient petrified forest at Curio Bay. Enjoy a delightful lunch stop in the quirky village of Papatowai, and keep an eye out for native wildlife like seals and penguins. With a maximum of 15 guests, travel in comfort with an expert local guide, ensuring a personal and enriching experience throughout the journey.

Scenic 9-hour tour from Dunedin to Invercargill through the Catlins
Visit iconic sites including Nugget Point and Purakaunui Falls
Enjoy lunch at Papatowai and explore the Lost Gypsy Caravan
Small group experience in a comfortable Mercedes-Benz vehicle

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At a glance

Duration: 9 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Cheeky Kiwi Travel

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–14 years) · Adults (15–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Safety/booster seat for children aged 7 & younger (please advise if you prefer to provide your own)
Included: Lunch stop (food available for purchase)
Included: Space for luggage - 1 large & 1 small per person
Included: Hotel drop-off in Invercargill
Included: Fully guided small group tour
Included: Hotel pickup in Dunedin (select locations only)

Not included

Not included: Accommodation

Itinerary

Nugget Point Lighthouse

one hour

A short walk takes us to the spectacular Nugget Point Lighthouse, perched above wave-battered sea stacks known as “The Nuggets.” Keep an eye out for seals sunning on the rocks and seabirds soaring above the ocean below.
Purakaunui Falls Walk

30 min

A quick and easy forest walk brings you to this stunning multi-tiered cascade. One of the most photographed waterfalls in the country—and for good reason.
Papatowai

one hour

We stop in the peaceful Catlins village of Papatowai for lunch and to explore the wonderfully quirky Lost Gypsy Caravan, a handcrafted gallery of kinetic art and oddities that’s sure to spark your imagination.
Curio Bay

1 h 30 min

At Curio Bay, step back in time as you walk across the remains of a 180-million-year-old petrified forest (visible at low tide). You may also see endangered yellow-eyed penguins or Hector’s dolphins nearby.

Alternative: If tides allow, we may visit the Cathedral Caves, two dramatic sea caverns accessible via a short forest and beach walk (entry fee applies).
Invercargill

Passing by

We arrive in Invercargill around 4pm. We can drop you to your central accommodation.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please wait outside reception

End point

Pickup points

Fable Dunedin
Ebb Hotel
Amross Motel
97 Motel Moray
Aria on Bank
Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel
The Chamberson
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Commodore Motel
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
Distinction Dunedin Hotel

and one more pickup point

*If no pickup is selected at time of booking, you will be allocated our default meeting point. You are welcome to update this at any time. If your location isn’t listed, please choose your nearest available option & meet us there.

*Pick-ups can begin up to 20 minutes before the tour departure time, depending on location. To ensure a smooth start, please be ready and waiting outside 5 minute prior to your specific pickup time.

*Pick-up locations are carefully planned for each tour and may vary by day. If your pick-up location changes, kindly inform us in advance.

*Our guides make multiple stops and may arrive within a 10-minute window. We are unable to wait for late guests.

Using your ticket

*You will receive an email with important pickup information in the days prior, please read this information.

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

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
Luggage allowance - 1 large & 1 small per person