Dunedin Shore Excursion: Larnach Castle and Wildlife Cruise
On this full-day small-group shore excursion, tour Larnach Castle and look out for local birds and wildlife on a cruise. After a pickup from your cruise ship in Port Chalmers, admire the views on the drive around to the Otago Peninsula. Warm jackets and binoculars are available for your use while spotting royal albatross and New Zealand fur seals on the cruise. Learn more from your guide’s live commentary.
Highlights
- ✓Receive personalized attention on a small-group shore excursion
- ✓Restroom facilities are available on board the boat, for your comfort
- ✓An ideal way to make the most of limited time on land in Dunedin
- ✓See parts of the landscape many travelers miss when sticking to the city
What you'll see & do
- ✓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.
- ✓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.
- ✓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.
- ✓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.
What's included
- ✓Complimentary Binoculars
- ✓In-vehicle air conditioning
- ✓On-board restrooms
- ✓Complimentary Warm Jackets
What's not included
- ✓We don't provide any food during the tour. Food can be purchased from the Ballroom Cafe at Larnach Castle.
Good to know
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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 policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Dunedin Shore Excursion: Larnach Castle and Wildlife Cruise
On this full-day small-group shore excursion, tour Larnach Castle and look out for local birds and wildlife on a cruise. After a pickup from your cruise ship in Port Chalmers, admire the views on the drive around to the Otago Peninsula. Warm jackets and binoculars are available for your use while spotting royal albatross and New Zealand fur seals on the cruise. Learn more from your guide’s live commentary.
Highlights
- ✓Receive personalized attention on a small-group shore excursion
- ✓Restroom facilities are available on board the boat, for your comfort
- ✓An ideal way to make the most of limited time on land in Dunedin
- ✓See parts of the landscape many travelers miss when sticking to the city
What you'll see & do
- ✓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.
- ✓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.
- ✓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.
- ✓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.
What's included
- ✓Complimentary Binoculars
- ✓In-vehicle air conditioning
- ✓On-board restrooms
- ✓Complimentary Warm Jackets
What's not included
- ✓We don't provide any food during the tour. Food can be purchased from the Ballroom Cafe at Larnach Castle.
Good to know
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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 policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.