Otago Harbour Water Taxi & Wildlife Cruises – Dunedin
Explore Dunedin’s spectacular Otago Harbour by water with scenic water taxi services, wildlife cruises, bike ferries and private charters. Enjoy breathtaking coastal scenery, abundant wildlife and stress-free harbour transport across the Otago Peninsula.
Travel between Dunedin City, Port Chalmers, Portobello and key harbour destinations, while experiencing one of New Zealand’s most scenic waterways.
Harbour & Wildlife Tours
Discover why Otago Harbour wildlife cruises are among the top things to do in Dunedin. Cruise out to Taiaroa Heads, home to the world’s only mainland breeding colony of the Northern Royal Albatross.
Along the way, you may also spot seals, seabirds and the world’s smallest penguins, all set against the dramatic landscapes of the Otago Peninsula.
Otago Harbour Water Taxi Services
Skip the traffic and enjoy a relaxed journey across the harbour with our reliable Otago Harbour water taxi.
We provide scenic harbour transport between:
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Dunedin City (Steamer Basin)
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Port Chalmers
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Portobello
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Quarantine Island
We also offer convenient transfers to popular attractions including Larnach Castle, cafés, restaurants and coastal destinations around the harbour.
Bike Ferry – Otago Harbour Cycleway
Exploring the Te Aka Otakou – Otago Harbour Cycleway? Our bike ferry service makes it easy to cross the harbour while enjoying stunning views.
Take a scenic bike ferry between Portobello and Port Chalmers or return across the harbour as part of your cycling adventure.
Private Charters on Otago Harbour
Looking for something special? Book a private harbour charter for:
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Celebrations and special occasions
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Corporate events and team outings
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Private sightseeing tours
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Relaxing fishing trips
The Otago Harbour provides a beautiful and memorable setting for any private experience on the water.
Event & Evening Harbour Transport
Avoid traffic queues and parking hassles by arriving by boat. Combine a harbour cruise with a day or night out, and enjoy a reliable, stress-free alternative transport option for events, dining and entertainment.
Cruise Ship Shore Tours & Water Taxi
Discover the beauty of Dunedin’s Otago Harbour with our cruise ship shore tours and scenic water taxi services — an easy and memorable way to explore the harbour and Otago Peninsula.
Pick Up: Dunedin City or Port Chalmers
Duration: Up to 2 hours
Tour Size: Maximum 18 people
Otago Harbour Pick-Up & Drop-Off Locations
We offer flexible pick-up and drop-off points throughout the Otago Harbour, including:
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Back Beach, Port Chalmers
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Portobello
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Quarantine Island
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Steamer Basin, Dunedin City
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Careys Bay
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Macandrew Bay
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Broad Bay
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Otago Yacht Club (easy walk to Forsyth Barr Stadium)
Book Your Otago Harbour Experience
Discover Otago Harbour by water and enjoy scenic transport, unforgettable wildlife encounters and unique harbour experiences in Dunedin.
Enquire now to book your Otago Harbour water taxi, wildlife cruise, bike ferry or private charter.
