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The quickest and easiest way to book is ONLINE!
Cycle the Loop on the Otago Harbour and cross the harbour by ferry.
Cycle 36 kms of flat, paved shared cycle and walkway from Portobello and Port Chalmers. Catch the Port To Port ferry, 10 minutes between the Ports by ferry makes it a fun, exciting way to complete The Loop!
(see www.dunedincycleway.co.nz for ideas on what to do along the way).
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Join our expert guide and skipper onboard Sootychaser on the Otago Harbour, Dunedin.
On this 1.5- 2 hour cruise (approx) we look for seals, sea lions, albatross, penguins, sea birds and much more, at Taiaroa Head nature reserve.
We will not only look for rare and endangered wildlife, but you'll learn about the working Port at Port Chalmers, shipwrecks on Quarantine Island, the volcanic nature of the area, early European and Whaling history and much more, from the comfort and safety of this custom built vessel, all while sitting near your expert guide.
You will start and finish at the same location, unless you would like to finish in a different location, then please ask us:)
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These tours are an interactive and exciting way to learn about the environment around us as well as a chance to get on the water from the comfort and safety of the MV Sootychaser.
Join us on Sootychaser for the best things to do during the school holidays!
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A trip on the ferry is a popular family activity for locals and tourists, or a great choice for work parties to go from "Pub To Pub'.
Birthday parties to Quarantine Island for children's Treasure Hunts, or adults going across to Careys Bay Hotel for lunch.
Stay onboard for a mini tour of up to 20 people at a time. We are licenced and can have a bar onboard on request.
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Our Dunedin water taxi service makes it easy to travel from one side of the harbour to the other. Ferry runs between Port Chalmers, Portobello and Quarantine Island. have coffee or a beverage on the other side, visit the playground at Portobello, have an ice cream, go for a walk with friends! You can bring your bike or your dog! You will receive a commentary along the way making this a tour in itself! Infact, if you choose not to get off on the other side, we call that the Mini Tour! It the most scenic part of Otago Harbour! (According to the skipper!) BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL, to be guaranteed a seat. Book Now for Ferry Crossing
Want to visit local harbourside cafes and pubs with a group of friends?
Book a children's birthday party and explore Quarantine Island on a pre-organised Treasure Hunt.
Do you fancy having the boat and guide to yourself? Get a group together for a work function, celebratory event, themed occasion or just for fun, by booking your own private boat charter. Booking your own harbour cruise can be an exciting way to spend the day with your family, friends, or keep the kids entertained during the school holidays.
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Wildlife is abundant at Taiaroa Head all year round!
It takes a whole year for albatross and seals to raise their young at Taiaroa Head-lucky us!!
Come onboard custom built vessel 'Sootychaser' with your expert guide Rachel, to see and learn about the seals, the albatross and MORE!
Wildlife Cruise with Rachel -
-To Taiaroa Head nature reserve
-Look for albatross, seals, penguins, sea lions, sea birds and much more.
-1.5 to 2 hour cruises, full professional commentary, high quality binoculars provided.
-See Taiaroa Head light house, shipwrecks on Quarantine Island as we pass, learn history, look for and learn about workboats and ships
-What else should you know?
-We run daily, as long as we have met minimum numbers, which is usually 4 adults
-Bathroom onboard, heated cabin, small group of 12 - 14 people or less approx.
-Locals discount may be available for willdife cruises, if you live in Dunedin, New Zealand.
-See our reviews on Trip Advisor to know what to expect.
Did you know Rachel has been working on commercial boats and wildlife guiding on Otago Harbour since 2004?
Such as tourist, dredger, search and rescue, marine oil spill response, harbourmaster and more.
You wont find another wildlife guide/skipper with more experince on Otago Harbour than Rachel.
Benefit from her vast experience, as she guides you from onboard her custom built vessel, Sootychaser!
