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Private tour in Dunedin Asta A
Otago Peninsula & Dunedin Half-day Tour
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Kia Ora! My name is Asta. I am originally from Lithuania but have lived overseas for many years. Our family job situation took us to various places around the world, which gave me the opportunity to travel, to gain irreplaceable experience and master and speak several languages. About 13 years ago, I moved to Dunedin with my husband and 2 sons, and I have been working in the tourism industry ever since I came. I started as a travel consultant at Dunedin Visitor Center, but then I realized I wanted to be more connected with tourists and now I am excited to be a Tour Guide and to share the beauty of Dunedin with travelers from all over the world. From the very first visit, I fell in love with the beauty of New Zealand and especially Dunedin & the Otago Peninsula. This place has so much to offer, such rich heritage, breathtaking scenery and unique wildlife. I love as much as the rest of locals, our extraordinary lifestyle that our small but great city offers. Where else in the world you would drive only 20 minutes from the city to find yourself on a remote beach with unique wildlife? I'm passionate about the outdoors, and in my free time, I go for day-walks, exploring wildlife and nature. I do most of my touring in Dunedin, Coastal Otago. A few years ago, when traveling was on hold I decided to learn something new. I did a few beekeeping courses I have been a proud beekeeper since then. I look forward to meeting you and showing you the best spots of Dunedin - Edinburgh of South - Otepoti! -Bachelor of Education, Bachelor of Teaching -Full (Clean) NZ Drivers Licence Class 1 and Passenger Endorsed -Red Cross First Aid Certificate -Member of the Pro Guides Association of NZ -Department of Conservation approved guide No restrictions
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Scenery, City Highlights, free time at Albatross Centre - Shore Excursion
Overview of your Dunedin tour
Initially my family and I moved to Dunedin just for a year or two but it has turned into 11 years now! Join me on a 5 hour tour to hear and see what made my family and I fall in love with this gorgeous place and call it our home. Learn all about Dunedin, its connection to Scotland and marvel the breathtaking scenery Dunedin and Otago Peninsula area offers Hear an intriguing story of Dunedin and its beginnings - the city that once was the wealthiest, most prosperous and biggest in New Zealand. Let me show you fine Victorian and Edwardian architecture How about visiting the oldest New Zealand's Botanic Garden and encounter some native birds in the wild or spot in the aviary. Have you ever seen a tree sized rhododendrons? Well, come and see what wonders Dunedin climate does. Let's enjoy Otago Peninsula Scenic drive and a stop at the only world's mainland albatross breeding colony which is a must while visiting Dunedin. Marvel these huge birds gliding elegantly in the sky when good wind conditions are present
Your Dunedin tour itinerary
- Departure from Port Chalmers at 9am. - Scenic drive through the city. Stops at: Baldwin Street, Signal Hill Lookout Point, Dunedin Botanic upper garden, Northern Cemetery, Otago University, Octagon, First Church, Dunedin Railway Station. - Scenic drive onto Otago Peninsula via Highcliff road with the most breathtaking views. - Stop at Royal Albatross Centre (about 1 hour): this place offers the world's only mainland colony of Royal Albatross. Here you have the option to either take lunch, explore the visitor center or wander outside (since it's generally pretty windy, you are likely to see flying the largest seabirds!). - Scenic drive back to Port via Portobello Road, along the harbor, where you are likely to see wading birds. After the tour, you will return back to the port or if you prefer I can drop you off in downtown for some shopping. There is an option to include a guided tour at Albatross centre at an extra cost. Feel free to contact me if you would like to customise the this tour!
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Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan
Mercedes Benz Van for a group of up to 6 people.
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Port Chalmers, Otago, New Zealand
Port Chalmers cruise terminal private tour area close to door 2
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
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