Dunedin City to Sea Wildlife Cruise + Peninsula Bus Tour
Overview
Bus across the beautiful Otago Peninsula and enjoy the sights whilst your local guide gives an informative commentary about the area.
Then hop aboard our comfortable boat for an invigorating cruise out past the historic Taiaroa Head lighthouse. You'll spot rare Southern Ocean marine wildlife, including royal albatross, fur seals and more!
The tour concludes with a relaxed cruise, back to Dunedin, along the Otago Harbour.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee A hot drink will be served during the harbour cruise portion of the trip
- WiFi on board
- Complimentary binoculars are provided
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Warm jackets are available for all guests
- Restroom on board
- Lunch We do not provide a meal during your tour. Guests are welcome to bring a packed lunch with them. Snacks and drinks can be purchased from our fully licensed bar.
What To Expect
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Taiaroa Head
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Otago Peninsula
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Our visitors are required to be able to step up and in to both our boat and vehicles.
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Dunedin City to Sea Wildlife Cruise + Peninsula Bus Tour?
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Activity code: C-195993P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Tea and coffee. A hot drink will be served during the harbour cruise portion of the trip.
- WiFi on board.
- Complimentary binoculars are provided.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Warm jackets are available for all guests.
- Restroom on board.
- Lunch. We do not provide a meal during your tour. Guests are welcome to bring a packed lunch with them. Snacks and drinks can be purchased from our fully licensed bar.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Dunedin City to Sea Wildlife Cruise + Peninsula Bus Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Dunedin City to Sea Wildlife Cruise + Peninsula Bus Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tea and coffeeA hot drink will be served during the harbour cruise portion of the trip
- WiFi on board
- Complimentary binoculars are provided
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Warm jackets are available for all guests
- Restroom on board
- LunchWe do not provide a meal during your tour. Guests are welcome to bring a packed lunch with them. Snacks and drinks can be purchased from our fully licensed bar.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Our visitors are required to be able to step up and in to both our boat and vehicles.
