SHORE EXCURSIONS · NEW ZEALAND
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The 9 most popular port chalmers shore excursions for cruise passengers. The trips that get you to the sights and back to the ship on time, with run times, prices and the operator behind each one.
Half-day Dunedin highlights from Port Chalmers: Signal Hill views, Baldwin Street, Otago University, Olveston, Octagon and museums.
Most Popular“Great introduction to Dunedin. Such a beautiful place and so interesting. Guide was friendly and knowledgeable.”
Guided Larnach Castle and Dunedin highlights from Port Chalmers. Small group, castle entry, city stops, and guided narration in 6 hours.
“The castle is a must see and gardens were beautiful despite the all day rain. Nice tour of city the train depot was also very historic.”
Full-day Dunedin tour from Port Chalmers with city sights, botanic gardens, beaches, viewpoints, and optional Larnach Castle.
“A great day out ken our guide was very knowledgeable and entertaining we loved seeing the surrounding areas”
Small-group Dunedin city and Otago Peninsula shore tour with Baldwin Street, Larnach Castle Gardens and Olveston, plus port transfers.
“We had a wonderful small group (4 people) tour with Scott. We easily found the tour company at the port and were on our way within minutes. Scott was extremely knowledgeable, personable and accommodating . He gave us a fantastic tour.”
Port Chalmers to Dunedin highlights and Larnach Castle in one 7-hour shore trip with guided castle admission, plus short city free time.
“The was originally scheduled for 9:00am departure However, the tour operator gave specific instructions to meet at 9:45am for 10:00am departure. We arrived early at 9:10am only to find the tour left without us.”
Larnach Castle meets Otago Peninsula wildlife on a small-group Dunedin shore trip, with binoculars and a cruise past Taiaroa Head.
“Our guide to and during the castle was knowledgeable, excellent, perfect! Our ride to the albatross on the boat was rough waters, all but 4 guests had barely room to sit inside. I admit I was frightened, the high waves, the boat tipping. Perhaps a bigger boat next time and consideration of the water conditions.…”
A small-group boat cruise from Port Chalmers to Taiaroa Head and Otago Harbour for albatross, seals, and dramatic coastal views.
“Very friendly crew. Prompt pickup from the cruise terminal and very easy to locate. On board they have binoculars and jackets if you get cold. We saw the white capped albatross, seals and various other wildlife.”
Cruise-friendly Dunedin day trip with guided **Larnach Castle**, the **Chinese Garden**, and Toitu Museum—plus city sights and steep street photos.
“A great tour of Dunedin and the Larnach Castle. Our tour guide, Kim, was very knowledgeable and gave us a fun and entertaining tour of the castle with lots of stories and history of the house and family. Would highly recommend this tour!”
Totally Local Wildscene private shore excursion from Port Chalmers to Dunedin highlights and a guided Larnach Castle visit for up to 8.
“Fantastic tour! Glenn went above and beyond to show us the best of Dunedin. He gave us water and chocolates, stopped at two stores for shopping, took us on an interior tour of Larnach castle - he spent two hours extra. Best tour ever!”
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