Nugget Point, the Catlins

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Est 1997 Guided by Nature

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Nearly 30 years guiding Otago
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Otago · Aotearoa New Zealand

See Coastal Otago through our eyes

Wild Coastlines, New Zealand Sea Lions, Fur Seals, Penguins & Soaring Albatross
— This is the South You Came to Find

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Dunedin Cruise Ship Day Excursions for Nature Lovers

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Exploring New Zealand by cruise ship? Do so worry-free with our guarantee to get you back to your ship on time. And if your ship is unable to berth because of weather or mechanical issues, we'll fully refund you promptly. Relax your mind and join us!

Commitment to Conservation

We are a local, environmentally friendly tourism operator committed to providing high-quality, sustainable wildlife tours that educate and inspire. Our team donates a minimum of 100 hours each year to conservation efforts including the Sinclair Wetlands and various Department of Conservation projects.

Professional Guides

With nearly 30 years in operation, we are deeply connected with the New Zealand landscape, history, culture and wildlife. Our knowledgeable guides are trained to a high standard. We promise to be professional yet personal to help you enjoy the best of our country.

Dunedin Cruise Ship Shore Excursions

Back to Nature Tours provides the best professional cruise ship shore excursions and Dunedin day tours to introduce you to New Zealand's first city. We also offer unique bespoke tours tailor-made for your group and specialise in private and small-group tours led by enthusiastic and experienced guides, helping you fully experience our city that is blessed with wildlife, scenery and a fascinating history.

Back to Nature Tours is locally owned and based in Dunedin, New Zealand. Our tours focus on the beautiful biodiversity of New Zealand, peppered with local interest. Our Dunedin wildlife tours give you the chance to experience our rare wildlife up close — huge sea lions, wide-wing albatrosses and the famous yellow-eyed penguins. Breathe in the history of many Dunedin attractions such as the Larnach Castle and the Historic Dunedin Railway Station.

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One of Dunedin's Oldest DOC Concessionaires • AdventureMark Certified

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