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Dunedin & Otago Peninsula holidays

Clifftop walks, a stately castle and a rare species of penguin are just some of the highlights during a trip to Dunedin and Otago Peninsula.

Dunedin and adjacent Otago Peninsula is one of the most fascinating areas in New Zealand. Take a trip here and you’ll see everything from multicultural heritage to wonderful wildlife, plus one of the world’s steepest streets.

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Dunedin & Otago Peninsula holiday highlights

Head down to the south-eastern coast to explore Dunedin, a city known for its Scottish and Maori heritage as well as its Victorian and Edwardian architecture. It’s a brilliant outdoorsy place to spend a couple of days; take a walk up (and up…) Dunedin’s Baldwin Street, one of the steepest residential streets in the world; visit the magnificent Larnach Castle nearby, with its breathtaking views and grounds; or enjoy a mix of dramatic landscapes at the adjoining Otago Peninsula.

The Otago Peninsula is on the southern side of Dunedin Harbour, and is known for its excellent walking trails and wildlife. Explore beaches and cliffs, and be on the lookout for albatrosses. Stop off at Victory Beach to see the Egyptian-looking rock formation known locally as ‘The Pyramids’, and head down to Allans Beach for the chance to see wildlife including rare yellow-eyed penguins, fur seals and sea lions.

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Time difference:

GMT +12 hours (GMT +13 hours from the last week in March to the first week in October)

Currency:

New Zealand Dollar (NZ$) comprising of 100 cents.

Flying time to destination:

Christchurch: 24½ hours

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When to visit

Jan	18°c
Feb	18°c
Mar	17°c
Apr	15°c
May	11°c
Jun	9°c
Jul	8°c
Aug	10°c
Sep	12°c
Oct	15°c
Nov	16°c
Dec	18°c

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I have never been anywhere as abundant in natural beauty and staggering landscapes as New Zealand and cruising along the spectacular Milford Sound is a truly awe-inspiring experience.

You crane your neck to take in the mesmerising sight of sheer rock-faces soaring out of inky waters and catch your breath as sparkling waterfalls tumble from the emerald cliffs and clouds of spray unveil hazy rainbows. I felt as though I had been spirited away to a fantasy land and half expected mythical creatures to emerge from the mist but instead I was lucky enough to spot tiny penguins basking on the rocks.

Katy Ward