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Itineraries
Where can I go?
Dunedin is a great place to start your holiday, it is within a few hours of many fabulous places. In less than 4 hours, you can be in many places for example Central Otago (Queenstown, Wanaka, Cromwell, Alexandra), Catlins, Invercargill, Oamaru, Timaru, and within 5 hours, Christchurch. With lots of great scenery and wildlife, you can plan a very interesting itinerary, with something to suit the whole family.
Southern Scenic Route
Take the coastal journey along the Southern Scenic Route and unlock secrets found only in the south of the South Island, New Zealand. Explore New Zealand native bush rolling to the water's edge or stroll down a white sandy beach and enjoy peace and solitude. Meander through the colourful coastal fishing villages and seaside settlements. Venture down side roads and find places to view wildlife. Stay overnight along the way, meet local people and find out what we mean by 'southern hospitality'.For more information visit their website: www.southernscenicroute.co.nz
Dunedin Day Trip-Wildlife tour
There are not many places that have rare and unique wildlife species on their doorstep. Just 45 minutes drive from the City centre and you are on the
Get close enough to smell the fishy but cute fur Seals or watch the young Sealions playing in the rock pools. Take a ride on the wild side and enjoy nature at its best!
Option 1
Drive out onto the stunning
Explore the Royal Albatross Centre. Tour both the Royal Albatross Colony and the dissapperaing Gun at Taiaroa Head.
Enjoy lunch at the Royal Albatross Centre as the Albatross’s circle overhead.
Experience an adventure at Natures Wonders for Wildlife viewing and spectacular scenery on board8 wheel drive
Option 2
Head out to
Lunch at
Walk the Okia Walkway to
Take the 1 hour tour on board th M.V Monarach from Wellers Rock around Taiaroa Head.
At dusk visit the Yellow Eyed Penguin tour at Penguin Place Conservation Reserve.
Dunedin - Milford Sound
Day One:Dunedin - Balclutha: 113 km, Approximately 1.5 hours
In the late 19th century, Dunedin acquired an impressive amount of ostentatious Victorian architecture. No expense was spared. Today you can enjoy the historic public buildings, imposing churches, palatial homes and ornate hotels. There’s even a castle. Eco-tourism is the other face of Dunedin – visit penguin, albatross and seal colonies. Half an hour south you’ll come across tranquil Lake Waihola, a popular venue for picnics, yachting and waterskiing. The historic mill town of Milton is next – the slight kink in the main road is where two surveyors didn’t quite meet. Balclutha has a distinctive arched concrete bridge and a museum where you can see historic farming and household implements. The area known as the Catlins begins just south of Balclutha. The winding road will take you to see seals and sealions, Hector’s dolphins, several species of penguin and the petrified forest in Curio Bay. Wilderness beaches, waterfalls, walkways, lakes and rivers provide non-stop scenery. Accommodation is sprinkled thorugh the area – farmstays, lodges and B & B establishments.
Balclutha - Invercargill: 158 km, Approximately 2 hours
The area known as the Catlins lies between Kaka Point and Fortrose, an early whaling station. The winding road will take you to see seals and sealions, Hector’s Dolphins, several species of penguin and the petrified forest in Curio Bay. Wilderness beaches, waterfalls, walkways, lakes and rivers provide non-stop scenery. Accommodaton is sprinkled thorugh the area – farmstays, lodges and B & B establishments. Invercargill is Southland's principal centre and the country's southernmost city. It is known for its elegant old department stores and wide, easy-to-navigate streets. Local food specialties include Bluff Oysters and blue cod. The museum has a tuatara house and an excellent exhibition about New Zealand’s subantarctic islands. Take a stroll around the gardens, aviary and duck ponds of Queens Park. It’s a quick journey to Bluff to see the Stirling Point signpost, which indicates the distance to the South Pole and other parts of the world. The Paua Shell House and the maritime museum are other attractions in Bluff.
Day Two:
Invercargill - Te Anau: 157 km, Approximately 2 hours
Invercargill is Southland's principal centre and the country's southernmost city. It is known for its elegant old department stores and wide, easy-to-navigate streets. Local food specialties include Bluff Oysters and blue cod. Choose between two routes to reach Te Anau. The longer, wilder route takes you past Riverton, one of the oldest settlements in New Zealand, and then on to Tuatapere and Clifden, where you can investigate caves and discover the historic suspension bridge. Visit spectacular Lake Manapouri before you arrive in Te Anau. The quicker route takes you north across farmland to Lumsden and then west through the township of Mossburn to Te Anau. At the Hokonui Moonshine Museum you can learn about the region’s illicit whisky-making past. Then you’ll travel across the river plain to Lumsden. Stop in Mandeville if you’d like to fly in a Tiger Moth. Te Anau township sits on the shores of Lake Te Anau. From here, the delights of the Fiordland National Park are within easy reach, including the start of the world famous Milford Track. Cruise on the lakes, walk the tracks and explore the Te Ana-au Caves.
Day Three:
Te Anau - Milford Sound: 117 km, Approximately 1.5 hours
Te Anau township sits on the shores of Lake Te Anau. From here, the delights of the Fiordland National Park are within easy reach, including the start of the Milford Track. Cruise on the lakes, walk the tracks and visit the Department of Conservation wildlife centre. The Te Ana-au Caves are an excellent adventure. The road to Milford is one of New Zealand’s most scenic drives. The first part is relatively mild farmland, then you’ll ease into beech forest near the entrance to the Fiordland National Park. Look for the Avenue of the Disappearing Mountain and the Mirror Lakes. The rough hewn Homer Tunnel brings you into Milford Sound, an amazing 22km-long fiord dominated by Mitre Peak. A cruise on Milford Sound will be an essential component of your time in Fiordland, or you can get up close and personal in a sea kayak. Tall waterfalls, vertical rock faces and seals are some of the things you’ll remember. The underwater observatory is an option with most cruises.
Dunedin - Queenstown - Dunedin
Day One:Dunedin - Oamaru: 119 km, Approximately 1.5 hours
In the late 19th century, Dunedin acquired an impressive amount of ostentatious Victorian architecture. No expense was spared. Today you can enjoy the historic public buildings, imposing churches, palatial homes and ornate hotels. There’s even a castle. Eco-tourism is the other face of Dunedin – visit penguin, albatross and seal colonies.
Your journey north is flavoured with history. The town of Palmerston
has a museum devoted to the region’s Scottish past. After visiting the
mysterious spherical boulders at Moeraki, you could pick up some
interesting, ancient stones on the beach at Hampden. Clark’s Mill is
next - a limestone flourmill built in 1866. Just before Oamaru is Totara
Estate Centennial Park, where you can see restored 1860s farm
buildings. Oamaru has a population of around 12,000 and an impressive heritage.
Many of the elegant historic buildings were made from the local
sandstone. Visit the Harbour-Tyne area - the best-preserved collection
of historic commercial buildings in New Zealand. You should also check
out the penguin colony, the museum and the pretty public gardens.
Day Two:
Oamaru - Omarama, 113 km, Approximately 1.5 hours
The town of Oamaru has a population of around 12,000 and an impressive heritage. Many of the elegant historic buildings were made from the local sandstone. Visit the Harbour-Tyne area - the best-preserved collection of historic commercial buildings in New Zealand. You should also check out the penguin colony, the museum and the pretty public gardens. The conversation on this drive will be full of references to the fabulous scenery. Travelling up the Waitaki Valley, you’ll have the Waitaki River and several beautiful lakes to admire. Interesting towns such as Duntroon, Kurow and Otematata give you the excuse to stop and explore – maybe even take a jet boat ride. The huge Benmore Dam is worth a look. You’ll know you’re in Omarama when you see the giant merino sheep statue. This area’s unique geography has made it a magnet for gliding enthusiasts. The northwesterly wind blows steadily to form the famous Northwest Arch, a thermal that can take the glider pilots to 10,000 metres. Scenic soaring can be arranged.Day Three:
Omarama - Queenstown: 164 km, Approximately 2 hours
You’ll know you’re in Omarama when you see the giant merino sheep statue. This area’s unique geography has made it a magnet for gliding enthusiasts. The northwesterly wind blows steadily to form the famous Northwest Arch, a thermal that can take the glider pilots to 10,000 metres. Scenic soaring can be arranged. Your trip to Queenstown begins with the beautiful Lindis Pass – just magic when there’s snow around. Lake Dunstan is a fine place for a picnic before you explore the restored heart of Cromwell. Take a detour to Bannockburn if you’re interested in old gold workings. The vineyards of the Gibbston area and bungy jumpers at the Kawarau River Bridge are other interesting distractions. The alpine resort of Queenstown is exciting, sophisticated and fantastically scenic. It’s the place to source almost any kind of adventure, including bungy, jet boating, horse trekking, rafting and river surfing. It’s also a destination for luxury experiences – gourmet food and wine, spa treatments and leisurely games of golf.
Day Four:
Queenstown - Alexandra: 87 km, Approximately 1 hour
The alpine resort of Queenstown is exciting, sophisticated and fantastically scenic. It’s the place to source almost any kind of adventure, including bungy, jet boating, horse trekking, rafting and river surfing. It’s also a destination for luxury experiences – gourmet food and wine, spa treatments and leisurely games of golf. The vineyards of the Gibbston area are the first temptation on your journey. Then stop and admire the Roaring Meg power station in the Kawarau Gorge. The restored heart of Cromwell is a treasure for visitors, or take a detour to the old gold workings of Bannockburn. Just before Alexandra, you’ll encounter the charming, historic town of Clyde and the huge Clyde Dam. As the main centre for Central Otago, Alexandra is a prosperous, attractive town. You can walk up to the huge clock on the hill and explore the gold mining displays at the local museum. In winter, Manorburn Dam freezes to become a skating rink. In summer, you can enjoy the delicious cherries and apricots that grow readily in the region.
Alexandra - Dunedin, 193 km, Approximately 2.5 hours
As the main centre for Central Otago, Alexandra is a prosperous, attractive town. Walk up to the huge clock on the hill and explore the gold mining displays at the local museum. In winter Manorburn Dam freezes to become a skating rink. In summer you can enjoy the delicious fruit that grows in the region. There are three ways to get to Dunedin. The fruit route follows the Clutha River through the orchards of Roxburgh. The other two routes take you north through the art deco town of Ranfurly – St Bathans is an excellent side tour along on the way. Just after Ranfurly you can choose to travel via Dunback, or via Middlemarch through the Rock and Pillar Range. The gold mining town of Macraes Flat is accessible from either route.In the late 19th century, Dunedin acquired an impressive amount of ostentatious Victorian architecture. Today you can enjoy the historic buildings, imposing churches, palatial homes and ornate hotels. There’s even a castle. Eco-tourism is the other face of Dunedin – visit penguin and albatross colonies.
