Te Anau to Dunedin Via The Catlins Small-Group Tour (One-Way)
- 11 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Venture into the rugged beauty of the Catlins on this full-day, one- way small group tour from Te Anau to Dunedin. Delight in the dramatic seascapes, ancient forests, and rare wildlife as you explore one of New Zealand’s untouched regions. Enjoy guided storytelling, scenic stops, and a relaxed pace throughout the journey. Key highlights include the fossilized forest at Curio Bay, a whimsical lunch stop at the Lost Gypsy Caravan, and breathtaking views at Nugget Point Lighthouse. With a maximum of 15 guests, this tour offers an intimate experience in a comfortable Mercedes-Benz vehicle. - Small group experience with a maximum of 15 guests - Guided exploration of Curio Bay, Purakaunui Falls, and Nugget Point - Lunch stop at Papatowai with a visit to the Lost Gypsy Caravan - Includes water, snacks, and drop-off at your accommodation in Dunedin
Inclusions
What's included
- Safety/booster seat for children aged 7 & younger (please advise if you prefer to provide your own)
- Bottled water
- Hotel Drop off in Dunedin (central locations only)
- Space for luggage - 1 large & 1 small per person
- Snacks
- Hotel pickup in Te Anau (Select locations only)
What's not
- Opportunity to purchase at own expense
- Accommodation
- Restroom on board
Itinerary
A brief stop in Invercargill offers a chance to stretch your legs or join/disembark the tour. Guests from the city can begin or end their journey here at approximately 9:00 AM.
Step onto the fossilised remains of a 180-million-year-old petrified forest at Curio Bay (visible at low tide). Keep watch for yellow-eyed penguins and Hector’s dolphins that frequent the shoreline. ***Alternative: If tides allow, we may visit the stunning Cathedral Caves—towering sea caverns accessible via a scenic walk (entry fee applies).
We stop in the quiet Catlins village of Papatowai for lunch and a chance to visit the unique Lost Gypsy Caravan, a whimsical gallery of kinetic art, curiosities, and handmade wonders that never fail to surprise.
Take a short, easy walk through lush native forest to reach one of New Zealand’s most photographed waterfalls—Purakaunui Falls. Its tiered cascade makes for a peaceful and photogenic stop.
A gentle coastal walk leads us to the iconic Nugget Point Lighthouse, where panoramic views and dramatic sea stacks await. Spot fur seals, seabirds, and the raw power of the Southern Ocean from this spectacular lookout.
We conclude our journey in Dunedin with drop-offs at your central accommodation. Known for its Scottish heritage, vibrant student life, and stunning architecture, Dunedin is a great place to end your southern adventure—or begin the next one.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- If not being collected from one of our hotel options, please meet your guide at the bus stop, by the public restrooms.
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 15 travellers
- Operated by
- Cheeky Kiwi Travel
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Luggage allowance - 1 large & 1 small per person
- Due to uneven surfaces & a moderate amount of walking being involved, this tour is not recommended for travelers with severe mobility difficulties, or wheelchair users
How it compares in Te Anau
- Its from-price is 11% below the median of the 51 experiences we list in Te Anau.
- It is longer than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 25 of 51.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Te Anau
Te Anau is a small lakeside town in New Zealand's Fiordland, the gateway to Milford Sound, Doubtful Sound and some of the country's finest walking tracks.
Te Anau sits on the eastern shore of Lake Te Anau, the largest lake in the South Island, on the edge of Fiordland National Park. Snow-capped mountains rise across the water and dense beech forest covers the slopes, and the park is part of the Te Wāhipounamu World Heritage area. The town is small, with a lakefront path and a wildlife centre where takahē, a rare flightless bird rediscovered in the nearby mountains in 1948, are kept.
Top-ranked sights in Te Anau: Routeburn Track.
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