Castle and Wildlife Cruise - Half Day. Enjoy a fully guided tour of New Zealand's only castle, followed by a Wildlife cruise with Monarch Wildlife Cruises.

Castle and Wildlife Cruise - Half Day

Sightseeing Cruise - Dunedin
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Price: Starting from NZ $125.00 per person
An unforgettable experience awaits, the highlight of your Dunedin visit! Enjoy a fully guided tour of New Zealand's only castle, Larnach Castle, built in 1871, followed by a Wildlife cruise on NZ's most picturesque harbour and peninsula with Monarch Wildlife Cruises.

Be fascinated and exhilarated with the wealth of wildlife, dramatic views, so close, so natural - the only way to see it all - Otago Peninsula, Otago Harbour, Taiaroa Head with three time New Zealand Tourism Award winners Monarch Cruises.

The Tour

Depart Dunedin at 9am for a scenic drive along Otago Peninsula, enjoying spectacular harbour and ocean views. Arrive at Larnach Castle for a fully guided tour of New Zealands only castle, built in 1871. Learn the scandalous, exciting and tragic history of the Castle. See the magnificent carved ceilings, antiques and craftsmanship. Enjoy the beauty of the gardens of international significance and breathtaking views.

Continue your tour to the tip of the peninsula for a cruise aboard the M.V.Monarch. Enjoy unrivalled wildlife viewing with 3 time NZ Tourism Award winners. See what cannot be seen from the land. Albatross, Seals and up to 20 species of bird and marine life in their undisturbed and otherwise inaccessible environment. Learn the fascinating history and geology of the area. Return by harbourside drive to the city by 2pm, in time to enjoy other city attractions.

  • Fully guided, informative commentaries, fact sheets
  • Complimentary jackets and binoculars
  • Courtesy transfers and complimentary refreshments for tours departing Dunedin
  • Complimentary parking available at both departure points

Rates:

Adult $125.00
Child $65.00

Cruise Time:

9.00am Summer - October to mid April

Be picked up from your city accommodation courtesy of Monarch.

Operating since 1983, Monarch Wildlife Cruises is a multi-award winning eco-tourism operator, member of the NZ Birding Network, and has been Benchmarked by international standard Green Globe.

Address
20 Fryatt Street
Dunedin
New Zealand
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