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Experiences to explore

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Taieri Gorge Scenic Railway Journey from Dunedin

Journey deep into the Taieri Gorge on a 5-hour heritage rail experience from Dunedin. Cross spectacular viaducts, hand-carved tunnels, and step onto the Deep Stream Bridge Walk. A …

Approx. 300 minutesView on Viator →

Clearwater Wildlife Tours (small group 10max) Otago Peninsula

Fewer People - More Wildlife! The Clearwater Family's Farm is home to more wildlife per square meter than anywhere in Dunedin. The intimate small group tours offer the chance to …

Approx. 240 minutesView on Viator →

Speight's Brewery Tour & Guided Tasting

Enjoy over 145 years of brewing history as the guides take you through the interactive brewery tour. Learn in a guided small group with a maximum of 15 travelers about all of the i…

Approx. 75 minutesView on Viator →

Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience Otago Peninsula, New Zealand

See up to 200 blue penguins returning from sea in the evening! (Generally more penguins are seen over the spring/summer than our autumn or winter months, but we guarantee to see pe…

Approx. 90 minutesView on Viator →

Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket

Visit New Zealand’s only Castle, situated on the dramatic Otago Peninsula and only a 20-minute drive from central Dunedin. Learn about the colonial history and stories of William…

Approx. 240 minutesView on Viator →

Dunedin Shore Excursion: Taieri Gorge Railway & City Sightseeing

When your cruise ship docks in Dunedin, take a trip through the spectacular scenery surrounding the Taieri River on board the Taieri Gorge Railway. Travel through tunnels and over …

Approx. 450 minutesView on Viator →

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