Dunedin Wildlife Cruise-Albatross, seals and harbour
Overview
Small group tours, by Otago Harbour's most experienced skipper/guide!
You wont find a wildlife guide with more experience on Otago Harbour then owner/operator Rachel McGregor. She has had 20 +years experience skippering/guiding/operating commercial vessels on Otago Harbour, including dredger, coastguard, harbourmaster and more.
Modern, comfortable, safe, fast and custom built boat.
Approx 1.5 hours -2 hours in duration.
-Full professional amplified commentary
-Quality binoculars provided.
-Bathroom onboard, heated cabin
-Learn about historic Quarantine Stations and old shipwrecks.
-See and learn about the fishing boats, workboats, dredges and ships as we pass Port Chalmers and Careys Bay.
-Look for albatross, penguins, seals, sea lions, sea birds, marine mammals and more as we cruise past roosting, breeding and feeding areas.
-See/learn about the historic pilots houses, search light and gun emplacements and the old whaling stations.
-Cruise around Taiaroa Head, Nature reserve.
What's Included
- Binoculars and jackets
- Wildlife information sheets
- Restroom on board
- Snacks
Meeting Location
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Otago Peninsula
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Taiaroa Head
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with signifigant mobility problems (must be able to step down into vessel, 300mm)
- Please be aware there could be sea spray at times, please dress warmly, just incase.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- We depart a 5-10 minute easy walk, from cruise ship terminal building, Port Chalmers.
- We do not offer transport from Cruise building. Passengers need to make their own way, a flat easy 5-10 minute walk.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
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Activity code: C-103532P3
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Average 4.90 out of 5 stars based on 136 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions 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.
- Binoculars and jackets.
- Wildlife information sheets.
- Restroom on board.
- Snacks.
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 Wildlife Cruise-Albatross, seals and harbour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with signifigant mobility problems (must be able to step down into vessel, 300mm)
- Please be aware there could be sea spray at times, please dress warmly, just incase.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Dunedin Wildlife Cruise-Albatross, seals and harbour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. 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
- Binoculars and jackets
- Wildlife information sheets
- Restroom on board
- Snacks
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with signifigant mobility problems (must be able to step down into vessel, 300mm)
- Please be aware there could be sea spray at times, please dress warmly, just incase.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- We depart a 5-10 minute easy walk, from cruise ship terminal building, Port Chalmers.
- We do not offer transport from Cruise building. Passengers need to make their own way, a flat easy 5-10 minute walk.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
