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Otago Peninsula

Dunedin, New Zealand
Ranked #1 of 31 attractions in Dunedin
4.5 of 5 stars 161 Reviews
Type: Geologic Formations, Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Traveller Description: One of the most enjoyable walks on the Peninsula is Sandymount. From the carpark you walk through a lane of old gnarly trees which have featured on a... more »
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Hong Kong
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

If you miss going to the Otago Peninsula you're a fool! Awesome views, amazing wildlife....a fabulous day trip or longer in this simply stunning area of the Southlands. More

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Kaitaia
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

Just had a drive, nice scenery. Albatrosses were all out at sea so no luck there but very enjoyable. More

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Auckland, New Zealand
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW
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liked the beautiful scene disliked the road, too narrow More

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Auckland, New Zealand
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW
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scenic drive. took us 30min to get to larnach castle. the drive up was beautiful. More

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Perth, Australia
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40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012 NEW
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The roads here are a bit of a challenge if you aren't used to windy We decided there toaly needs to be a need for speed map for this place because you physicaly cant do the speed limit here unless you are crazy ! the scenery is amazing and its a lovely area spend a 1/2 day grab lunch and... More

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Stuart, Florida, United States
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012 NEW

We went on a guided wildlife tour with Elm Wildlife Tours. Other tours are available. More

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Penn Valley, California
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

Loved Natures Wonders Naturally and Larnach Scottish Castle More

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Brisbane, Australia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

We did the 'two of the best tours' that we booked at the Royal Albatross Center which was great!. What was even better was the Natures Wonders tours across the way. They take you on a very personal tour, privately owned and all around great. The tour guide was AMAZING! When at the albatross place make sure to ask if... More

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Sheffield, United Kingdom
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62 reviews 62 reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012
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Can recommend Sandfly Bay. We arrived a little late and just managed to see a couple of penguins but also saw sea lions on the beach which was an unexpected thrill at the beginning of our NZ holiday. I believe (in Jan) we should have been in the hide at the far end of the beach from around 15:30 to... More

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Shanghai, China
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

we are very lucky to see seal lions at sandfly bay. More

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