Dunedin, Otago Peninsula Scenery and OPERA Conservation Tour

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Yellow Eyed Penguin Chicks losing their fluffy feathers — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Dunedin, Otago Peninsula Scenery and OPERA Conservation Tour, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Enjoy a personal small-group tour of Dunedin and the spectacular Otago Peninsula. Travelling in a smaller vehicle means less waiting and allows us to follow Highcliff Road—a scenic route unsuitable for large coaches—with breathtaking peninsula and harbour views.

Your guide helps you make the most of the day and shares local stories.

The tour includes a 1.5-hour guided conservation walk at OPERA (Otago Peninsula Eco Restoration Alliance). Explore protected coastal habitat and learn about efforts to save the critically endangered yellow-eyed penguin.

Yellow-eyed penguins are present in extremely low numbers, and sightings cannot be guaranteed. You may see one in its natural habitat or receiving care in the rehabilitation facility; however, on some visits, none are seen.

Other wildlife may include New Zealand fur seals, coastal and seabirds, little blue penguin nesting areas and, occasionally, New Zealand sea lions. All animals are wild, so every visit is different and sightings vary.

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At a glance

Duration: 6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Fantail Tours Limited

Ages: Children (0–8 years) · Adults (9–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Not included

Not included: Snacks
Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

Baldwin Street - World's Steepest Street!

10 min

Short stop at the world's steepest street
Dunedin Botanic Garden

20 min Admission included

Enjoy a stroll around upper botanic garden and view plants and bird aviaries
Otago Peninsula

3 hours

Enjoy the breathtaking scenery with photo stops
The Otago Peninsula Eco Restoration Alliance

1 h 30 min Admission included

a guided tour of a private reserve where you might see yellow eyed penguins, little blue penguins and seals
Dunedin Railway Station

10 min

one of the most photographed buildings in New Zealand

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Independent travellers (non cruise ship passengers) meet Fantail Tours guide outside Dunedin Visitor centre, at the Octagon at 9am.
Cruise ship passengers should meet Fantail Tours guide at Port Chalmers cruise terminal, tour waiting area, between door 1 and 2 from 9.15am

End point

Independent travellers (non cruise ship passengers) meet Fantail Tours guide outside Dunedin Visitor centre, at the Octagon at 9am.
Cruise ship passengers should meet Fantail Tours guide at Port Chalmers cruise terminal, tour waiting area, between door 1 and 2 from 9.15am

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

Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
This tour involves walking up and down the hills, travelers need to be fit to walk for up to 1 hour