Otago Peninsula
Allans Beach
Otago Peninsula
The Otago Peninsula borders the southern edge of Dunedin’s harbor and is high and rugged on the ocean side while warm and protected on the harbor side. The peninsula is part of the crater wall of a large long-extinct volcano.
The Otago Peninsula makes a spectacular scenic drive. Starting at Vauxhall, you can follow the coastal road past small towns and beaches to the albatross colony at Taiaroa Head. Other wildlife attractions on the Peninsula include the fur seals at Pilots Beach, the sea lions on Te Rauone Beach, and yellow-eyed penguins at Allans Beach. Along the cliffs there are hiking trails leading to scenic overlooks, gorgeous beaches, penguin nesting areas and seal colonies.
You can return to Dunedin as well as access Larnach Castle along Highcliff Road, a winding road following the ridge of the peninsula. Take detours off this road to find other natural attractions such as The Chasm, Lovers Leap, historic lime kilns, Seal Point and Sandfly Bay (named for sand flying off the giant dunes rather than biting insects).
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Larnach Castle
Larnach Castle
Camp Estate
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Albatross at Taiaroa Head
Natures Wonders Wildlife Tour
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Rick Garrett
I’m a Professional Travel Adviser with over 40 years of travel industry experience. The countries I specialize in include Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, French Polynesia (aka Tahiti), and the Cook Islands. I’ve made dozens of trips to the South Pacific so am able to provide you with first hand knowledge and experience while creating the custom itinerary that is perfect for YOU, and then take care of everything from A to Z, before, during and after your amazing Down Under adventure. Because the journeys I create for my clients are born out of my desire to share my authentic travel experiences, each one is unique, and designed to match your interests, tastes and budget.