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Invercargill to Dunedin via the Catlins Small Group 1 Way Tour
(11) Reviews
Curio Bay
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Children aged 7 years and below are required to travel in a child safety car seat. You can hire seats ($20NZD per seat) or you can provide your own
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Guests can bring 1 large & 1 small piece of luggage each
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Not recommended for travelers with severe mobility difficulties, a moderate amount of walking is involved.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Discover New Zealand’s wild southern coast on a full-day tour from Invercargill to Dunedin. Traverse the stunning Catlins region, where ancient forests meet dramatic coastlines. Marvel at Curio Bay's fossilized forest, catch glimpses of rare wildlife, and visit the whimsical Lost Gypsy Caravan. Enjoy a leisurely walk to the picturesque Purakaunui Falls and take in ocean views from the iconic Nugget Point Lighthouse. With expert guides and small-group travel, this tour promises a relaxed and immersive experience in one of the South Island’s hidden gems.
- Full-day one-way tour from Invercargill to Dunedin (approx. 9 hours) - Small group experience with a maximum of 15 guests for personalized...
Highlights
9 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
9 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Hotel pickup in Invercargill (select locations only)
Space for luggage - 1 large & 1 small per person
Small group experience (max 15 guests)
Central hotel drop off in Dunedin
Fully guided by local experts
Lunch
Accommodation
Meeting Points
Departure
Distinction Invercargill Hotel
Please wait outside reception
Return
Dunedin
Drop off available to central locations
Invercargill to Dunedin via the Catlins Small Group 1 Way Tour
(11) Reviews
Curio Bay
About
Discover New Zealand’s wild southern coast on a full-day tour from Invercargill to Dunedin. Traverse the stunning Catlins region, where ancient forests meet dramatic coastlines. Marvel at Curio Bay's fossilized forest, catch glimpses of rare wildlife, and visit the whimsical Lost Gypsy Caravan. Enjoy a leisurely walk to the picturesque Purakaunui Falls and take in ocean views from the iconic Nugget Point Lighthouse. With expert guides and small-group travel, this tour promises a relaxed and immersive experience in one of the South Island’s hidden gems.
- Full-day one-way tour from Invercargill to Dunedin (approx. 9 hours) - Small group experience with a maximum of 15 guests for personalized...
Highlights
9 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
9 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Hotel pickup in Invercargill (select locations only)
Space for luggage - 1 large & 1 small per person
Small group experience (max 15 guests)
Central hotel drop off in Dunedin
Fully guided by local experts
Lunch
Accommodation
Meeting Points
Departure
Distinction Invercargill Hotel
Please wait outside reception
Return
Dunedin
Drop off available to central locations
Itinerary
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Curio Bay
Our first major stop is at Curio Bay, where you’ll walk across the fossilised remains of a 180-million-year-old petrified forest—visible at low tide. Keep an eye out for rare yellow-eyed penguins (hoiho) and playful Hector’s dolphins in the surf.
Alternative stop: If tides allow, we may visit Cathedral Caves, a stunning pair of massive sea caverns accessible via a short forest and beach walk (entry fee applies).
1 hour and 30 minutes
2
Papatowai
We pause in the quiet Catlins village of Papatowai for lunch (own expense) and a visit to the delightfully quirky Lost Gypsy Caravan, a gallery of handmade kinetic art and curiosities that’s sure to amuse and inspire.
1 hour
3
Purakaunui Falls Walk
Take a short, easy walk through lush native bush to reach Purakaunui Falls, one of New Zealand’s most photographed waterfalls. This beautiful multi-tiered cascade is a tranquil highlight in the heart of the Catlins.
30 minutes
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Nugget Point Lighthouse
Next, we make our way to the dramatic Nugget Point Lighthouse, perched high above the ocean. Enjoy a short scenic walk to the viewpoint, where you can spot seals sunbathing on the rocks and seabirds soaring above the iconic “nugget” sea stacks below.
1 hour
5
Dunedin
We conclude the journey in Dunedin with drop-offs at your central accommodation. Rich in heritage and surrounded by natural beauty, Dunedin is a vibrant southern city – and a perfect place to continue your South Island adventure.
