Larnach Castle Tour & Wildlife Cruise (Dunedin Shore Excursion)
Overview
Join our guide for a personalised tour of Larnach Castle and learn about Dunedin's early history along the way.
Enjoy stunning views of the Otago Peninsula, the Otago Harbour and our rugged coastline as your bus travels across it's volcanic countryside. Your guide will give a full commentary throughout your journey.
Hop aboard a special Wildlife Cruise experience and find out why Dunedin is known as the Nature Capital of New Zealand. Spot royal albatross, fur seals, historic lighthouses and so much more!
What's Included
- Complimentary Binoculars
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Restroom on board
- Complimentary Warm Jackets
- Dinner We don't provide any food during the tour. Food can be purchased from the Ballroom Cafe at Larnach Castle.
Meeting and Pickup
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.
What To Expect
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Larnach Castle & Gardens
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Otago Peninsula
3 hours Admission Ticket Free
Monarch Wildlife Cruises & Tours
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Taiaroa Head
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
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Activity code: C-195993P7
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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.
- Complimentary Binoculars.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Restroom on board.
- Complimentary Warm Jackets.
- Dinner. We don't provide any food during the tour. Food can be purchased from the Ballroom Cafe at Larnach Castle.
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 Larnach Castle Tour & Wildlife Cruise (Dunedin Shore Excursion) is as follows:
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Larnach Castle Tour & Wildlife Cruise (Dunedin Shore Excursion) 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
- Complimentary Binoculars
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Restroom on board
- Complimentary Warm Jackets
- DinnerWe don't provide any food during the tour. Food can be purchased from the Ballroom Cafe at Larnach Castle.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
