Otago Nature and Eco Tourism
Once the scene of a mighty gold rush, now Otago is appreciated for its powerful, moody landscape. Learn the history of Central Otago while you find its special places. more
Otago enjoys a great selection of nature attractions and eco tourism sites. Experience breathtaking scenery, see amazing natural wildlife and explore the pristine beauty of our clean green country.
Select Nature and Eco Tourism in Otago, New Zealand, from the list below. Alternatively select a different Otago area.
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ALBATROSS COLONY - Dunedin
ALBATROSS COLONY - Dunedin
Mobile-friendly - Visit the Royal Albatross Centre, the world's only mainland Albatross breeding colony. Our Unique tour is the best way to experience Pukekura, its wildlife and history. Guided tour includes the social, cultural and military history, as well as wildlife, with specific focus on the Northern Royal Albatross. Ensure you have enough time to appreciate our cafe and giftshop. Reservations essential.
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- +64 3 478 0499
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- 1260 Harington Point Road, Taiaroa Head, Dunedin, New Zealand
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ASPIRING HELICOPTERS WHARE KEA CHALET - Wanaka
ASPIRING HELICOPTERS WHARE KEA CHALET - Wanaka
A 15-minute scenic flight with Aspiring Helicopters will take you to Whare Kea Chalet, a luxurious accommodation option and a spectacular base for those looking for the ultimate alpine adventure. This exclusive alpine venue and its surrounding adventures can be enjoyed year round by friends, families and small groups. In winter, it's the perfect base for heli skiing.
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- +64 3 443 7152
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- 2211 Mt Aspiring Road, Wanaka, New Zealand
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AWARUA GUIDES - South West New Zealand
AWARUA GUIDES - South West New Zealand
A wilderness adventure of a lifetime. Enjoy an exceptional helicopter flight, then surf, hike, SUP, kayak, dive & fish for fantastic foods. Stay amongst incredible coastal wilderness, amazing chef & fun local guides to ensure the best possible stay. Our tailored adventures depart from Queenstown, with aditional options from Milford Sound and Haast in South Westland.
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AWESOME TOURS - Dunedin
AWESOME TOURS - Dunedin
Mobile-friendly - Experience the awesome sights and beauty of Southern NZ. Showcasing the Heritage and Wildlife capital of NZ - Dunedin. Choose between small-group package tours, daily tours, shore excursion tours or design your own tour. Experienced and knowledgeable driver/guides look after all your needs. Recipient of Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence last 7 years, member of Trip Advisors Hall of Fame.
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- +64 27 431 0989
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- 50 The Octagon, Dunedin, New Zealand
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BACK COUNTRY SADDLE EXPEDITIONS - Otago
BACK COUNTRY SADDLE EXPEDITIONS - Otago
New Zealand Back Country Saddle Expeditions have been in the business of back-country trekking for over 25 years. Come thoroughly enjoy our two-hour trek in one of New Zealand's most scenic areas. Highly experienced staff keen to give you a great time.
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- +64 3 443 8151
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- 0800 472 335 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 153 Fraser Dam Road, Alexandra, Otago 9391, New Zealand
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BACK TO NATURE TOURS - Dunedin
BACK TO NATURE TOURS - Dunedin
Mobile-friendly - Imagine spending a day experiencing rare wildlife, stunning viewpoints, iconic architecture and taking you shoes off to walk on a pristine beach. This becomes reality on our Dunedin day tours that are scheduled to work in with our busy cruise ship calendar. Let our professional guides bring you back to nature on a journey through history, scenery and wildlife.
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- +64 27 352 8645
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- 0800 286 000 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 1 Great King Street, Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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BLUE PENGUINS PUKEKURA - Dunedin
BLUE PENGUINS PUKEKURA - Dunedin
Mobile-friendly - Our Little Blue Penguin (Kororā) return at sunset. Join us for the daily tour! Book now to see penguins in their natural habitat and meet the world’s smallest penguin. The Little Blue Penguin is a protected native species and a Treasured Species for Kai Tahu. Explore the wildlife displays, shop and café where the Penguin Tour begins.
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- +64 3 478 0499
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- 1260 Harington Point Road, Taiaroa Head, Dunedin, New Zealand
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CHEEKY KEA TOURS - South Island
CHEEKY KEA TOURS - South Island
We have an adventure package to suit EVERYONE! Touring isn't just a job for us, it's a lifestyle! We are local, we are fun and we love adventure, so who better to guide you on your epic South Island adventure tour than us!?
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- +64 22 608 8318
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- Christchurch, New Zealand
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DISCOVER WANAKA - Wanaka & South Island
DISCOVER WANAKA - Wanaka & South Island
Mobile-friendly - Discover Wanaka - The Ultimate Guided Local Experience. We offer a number of bike tours, boat tours, ski guiding and ski transport options. From beginners to experts, our tours are led by expert, friendly guides. You’ll always feel supported. Family friendly and suitable for all ages and fitness. We offer a range of tours to suit everyone.
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- +64 21 919 468
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- 0800 946 387 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 103 Ardmore Street, Wanaka, New Zealand
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ECO WANAKA ADVENTURES - Wanaka
ECO WANAKA ADVENTURES - Wanaka
Mobile-friendly - Lake Cruise and Mou Waho Island Nature Walk. Cruise to this unique and magical reserve, walking the track to the serene Arethusa Pool near the summit for amazing lake and alpine views. See the rare flightless Buff Weka (half-day). Or combine with a 4WD backcountry adventure for the Wanaka Nature Encounter (full day). Queenstown departures available on full day trips.
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- +64 3 443 2869
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- 0800 926 326 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Wanaka, New Zealand
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ELM WILDLIFE TOURS - Dunedin
ELM WILDLIFE TOURS - Dunedin
Mobile-friendly - New Zealand's best wildlife tour—visit one of the world's few untouched areas with its amazing wildlife and spectacular scenery. Our 'Peninsula Encounter' is absolutely unrivalled offering close, exciting, small group viewing of royal albatross, hookers sealions, blue penguins, New Zealand fur seals and yellow eyed penguins in a beautiful isolated area. New Zealand Tourism Award winner in four categories.
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- +64 3 454 4121
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- 0800 356 563 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 50 The Octagon, Dunedin, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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FIND MY ADVENTURE - NZ WALKING ACCESS COMMISSION
FIND MY ADVENTURE - NZ WALKING ACCESS COMMISSION
Mobile-friendly - Choose from hundreds of tracks and trails across New Zealand to walk, cycle, horse ride or more! Maps, photos, descriptions and all the information you need to find your next adventure, wherever you are. The NZ Walking Access Commission is the government’s expert agency on public access to the outdoors.
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- +64 4 815 8502
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- Level 15, Majestic Centre, 100 Willis St, Wellington, New Zealand
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GLENMAC FARMSTAY - Oamaru/Kurow
GLENMAC FARMSTAY - Oamaru/Kurow
Mobile-friendly - Glenmac is a 1,583 hectare high country sheep and beef cattle farm situated in the picturesque Waitaki Valley, 45 minutes inland from Oamaru. Four-wheel-drive farm tours, tramping, sheep dogs, farm animals and activities. Near to trout and salmon fishing rivers, guides available. Campervans welcome.
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GUIDED NATURE WALKS - Queenstown
GUIDED NATURE WALKS - Queenstown
Mobile-friendly - It’s our privilege to guide you through some of the most spectacular areas around Queenstown and share our local knowledge as to what makes the region so unique. We've chosen our range of guided walks for their natural history, scenic beauty and remote location.
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- +64 3 442 3000
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- 0800 832 226 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Queenstown, New Zealand
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HOLLYFORD TRACK - Fiordland
HOLLYFORD TRACK - Fiordland
Mobile-friendly - Located in Fiordland National Park, the Hollyford Valley is as remote as it is spectacular. This diverse landscape is the source of abundant native flora and fauna, as well as a wealth of local legends. Spend your days with our passionate local guides discovering the stories of the Hollyford, and your evenings relaxing in the comfort of our private lodges.
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- +64 3 442 3000
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- 0800 832 226 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Gorge Road, Arthurs Point, Queenstown, New Zealand
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HORIZON TOURS - Dunedin
HORIZON TOURS - Dunedin
Mobile-friendly - Experience Dunedin's wildlife and natural heritage. Join our expert guides, Lyndon Perriman who has 30 years conservation experience working with albatross, penguins, cormorants, seals and sea lions, and James Karawana, of Te Arawa and Ngāti Porou descent, who will provide a wealth of Māori cultural insight.
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HORIZON TOURS Southern Skies Stargazing - Dunedin
HORIZON TOURS Southern Skies Stargazing - Dunedin
Mobile-friendly - Our Southern Skies Stargazing tour takes you on a journey of discovery to learn about the unique celestial features of the Southern sky. Journey to the Otago peninsula, which provides a clear and breath-taking view of the night sky. We also share stories and waiata (songs) about how Māori viewed the night sky.
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KAKA POINT CAMPING GROUND - Catlins Coast
KAKA POINT CAMPING GROUND - Catlins Coast
Kaka Point Camp Ground is surrounded by beautiful coastal remnant bush with a lot of native animals and birds. Different types of accommodation, cabins, sheltered tent and power sites are available. We have many different activities to do around the area and are only a 10-minute drive from Roaring Bay, the home of the yellow eyed penguins.
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MARGATE-BY-THE-SEA - Dunedin
MARGATE-BY-THE-SEA - Dunedin
Come and spoil yourself with Margate-by-the-Sea's accommodation on the pristine Otago Peninsula famous for its array of nesting seabirds including the legendary wondering albatross. Gaze out of your self-contained two bedroom apartment to awe-inspiring harbour views. Perched on the waterfront of Turnbulls Bay, our accommodation is only a 20 minute drive from the centre of Dunedin.
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- +64 3 478 0866
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- 4 Margate Ave, Turnbulls Bay, Otago Peninsula, Dunedin, New Zealand
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NEW ZEALAND PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS - New Zealand
NEW ZEALAND PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS - New Zealand
Mobile-friendly - Join New Zealand's top landscape, nature and wildlife photographers to help you to get the most from your photography or visit to New Zealand. From 1-day Photography Workshops to 17-day NZ Photo Tours with New Zealand's leading landscape and wildlife photographers.
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NOMAD SAFARIS - Queenstown
NOMAD SAFARIS - Queenstown
Mobile-friendly - Explore the magical side of New Zealand with Nomad Safaris, who offer a variety of excursions in the Queenstown Lakes region. Choose from Lord of the Rings tours, historical gold mining tours, E-bike winery tour and the new luxury Tesla tours. Whatever your interest, join us for a personal small group tour to cherish forever.
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- +64 3 442 6699
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- 0800 688 222 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 37 Shotover Street, Queenstown, New Zealand
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REAL JOURNEYS - Doubtful Sound
REAL JOURNEYS - Doubtful Sound
Mobile-friendly - Explore Doubtful Sound with Real Journeys, a local company that has operated excursions in Fiordland for 60 years. Choose day, overnight or coach/cruise options: *Wilderness Day Cruises - a three-hour wilderness cruise through the fiord with our on-board nature guide. *Overnight Cruises - the ultimate dinner, bed and breakfast experience in Doubtful Sound (private en suite cabins).
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- +64 3 249 6000
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- 0800 656 501 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Real Journeys Visitor Centre, Pearl Harbour, Manapouri, New Zealand
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