What to do and see in Dunedin, South Island: The Best Walking Tours

Waterfalls, deserted beaches, coastal rainforest, and rare wildlife can all be found in the Catlins. Explore this remote part of the South Island on a private day trip from Dunedin. You'll learn about early Maori inhabitants and European settlers from your personal guide, who has a Department of Conservation (DOC) concession with access to unforgettable places.

Inclusions: Gratuities, GST (Goods and Services Tax), National Park fees, Light refreshments, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Lunch

With this tour you will enjoy a small group experience with a personalised attention while discovering the beauty of Dunedin City and Otago peninsula. You will avoid wasting time waiting for a bog group to get on and off the bus. You will be introduced to the city in the best way, optimising time to see the highlights of the city, enjoying the most breathtaking scenery of Otago Peninsula via Highcliff road where the road for bigger buses is not suitable. You will have a 1 hour guided tour of Albatross Centre and discover all about these huge seabirds.

Inclusions: Bottled water, GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Exclusions: Lunch

- Experience the beautiful city of Dunedin in an exciting new way. - Navigate through the city by deciphering a trail of cryptic clues sent to your phone. - See the sites and visit local establishments as you take part in an immersive narrative. - Work together with your group of two to five people, and uncover the mystery of each story. - Discover the city from a unique perspective you won't find anywhere else.

Inclusions: Clues and hints delivered to your phone via Messenger

Exclusions: Available for purchase at pub/cafe breaks, Available for purchase at pub/cafe breaks, Available for purchase at pub/cafe breaks

Dunedin is a great wee city and is best explored on foot. New Zealand's largest city 1865-1889, and a university town, Dunedin boasts some picturesque streetscapes and standout Victorian buildings. This small-group tour is fun and interesting - and a great introduction to Dunedin. See the reviews of our walks!

Inclusions: In-person guide

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​You’re an internet star on the rise, known for your stylish photos and witty hashtags on the popular social media platform, Gramblr. Lilly Freedom, notable social media agent, has slid into your DMs with an offer to earn thousands (of likes) and to become a bonafide celebrity for at least 15 minutes. To ensure you’ve got what it takes, she’s asked you and your equally attractive friends to find a secret piece of art by the elusive Blanksy in the Dunedin street art scene and create the next viral post. Can you and your group find the artwork and snap some #dunnerstunner pics along the way? What are City Adventure Games? - Experience the unique street art scene of Dunedin in an exciting new way. - Work together in a team of 2-5 as you take part in an immersive narrative. - Navigate down vibrant alleyways by deciphering cryptic clues sent to your phone to discover hidden artworks.

Inclusions: Clues and hints delivered to your phone via Messenger

Exclusions: Charges for cellular data required to send and receive messages

Do you want to show your landscape photos to your friends without boring them? Are you reluctant to switch your camera from “automatic” to the more creative “manual" mode? Yoann, a Kiwi/French tour guide and photographer who has lived in Dunedin for over 18 years, will guide you on a private day of discovery of nature photography in Dunedin, the Nature capital of New Zealand! This private workshop is ideal if you are just starting out in photography, if you are newly equipped, or if you want to consolidate your experience with a professional photographer. This workshop is run in a relaxed atmosphere in Dunedin and on the beautiful Otago Peninsula. You will learn: -What gear to use -Composition: Rule of Thirds, leading lines, breaking the rules -Magic trio: Aperture, Shutter Speed, ISO -How to use the depth of field and play with the light -How to free yourself from the “auto mode” -Overview of post-processing and Macrophotography -How to correctly expose an image -Long exposure

Inclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, Lunch, Private transportation, One A4 Fine Art print from Yoann’s collection

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This is the traveller experience of the future. By utilising an electric vehicle to climb the 300 metres (1,000 feet) to Orokonui Ecosanctuary you are contributing to our sustainable future. And with a experienced guide and science communicator with you from start to finish you will appreciate the effort that ordinary New Zealanders are making to ensure that the birdlife of our past has a safe and secure future. Our sustainable future begins now.

Inclusions: After the walk relax with a dish from Horopito Cafe within the Ecosanctuary Visitor Centre. Plus a hot or cool drink., Binoculars

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Admire the fine architecture, gardens and decor of the elegant Olveston Historic Home during a 1-hour guided tour of this must-see attraction in Dunedin. You can also stroll through the beautiful gardens and take in views of the city and Otago Harbour. During the house tour, your knowledgeable guide shares informative commentary about the design, art and furnishings, as well as the family that built the home. This tour gives you a chance to glimpse life in New Zealand during the early 20th century and learn about one of Dunedin’s most prominent families.

Inclusions: Local guide

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Our knowledgeable guides deliver commentary of activity. Our private conservation area ensures exclusivity with brilliant opportunities to photograph Hooker's Sea lions, Yellow-eyed Penguins, Blue Penguins, a breeding colony of New Zealand Fur Seals and other sea bird colonies.  At Taiaroa head from a cliff face we watch and observe Royal Albatross flying about the headland and from the ocean. A further 25-30 other estuarine and marine bird species are seen during the experience around the bays and lagoons. Duration Summer 6 - 6.5 hours    Winter 5 - 5.5 hour Tour Requirements Walking is required. The walk requires basic fitness as the terrain is hilly farm land, sandy beaches and stairways. Availability This tour is not available to cruise-ship passengers. All year (except - Not available 25 and 31 December)

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Binoculars, Rain Jacket if required, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks

See the highlights of Dunedin’s city center and Larnach Castle in the morning, then spend the afternoon immersed in the natural beauty of the Otago Peninsula. Visit the nesting grounds of the rare and endangered yellow-eyed penguin and northern royal albatross as you explore the scenic coast along Taiaroa Head. Small-group tour with a maximum of 19 people allows for personalized attention from your knowledgeable guide.

Inclusions: Local guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Hotel/Port pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities