Dunedin is renowned for its proximity to incredible wildlife. Visits to see the yellow-eyed penguin, one of the the world's rarest, the world's only mainland albatross breeding colony (the northen royal) and rare New Zealand sealions and much more is all within a short drive of the city centre.
Walk or ride your bicycle on the Otago Central Rail Trail, visit the Flat Top Hill and Kopuwai Conservation Areas, visit historic St Bathans and Bendigo or walk Bendigo's 10-km Kānuka Track.
In Coastal Otago you can discover the natural wonders of Te Papanui Conservation Park and learn about hunting opportunities in the area.
In the Wakatipu area you can venture out on a multi-day tramp in the Glenorchy area, visit Wakatipu Basin, or camp at Skippers Mount Aurum campsite.
In the Wanaka area you can discover Haast Pass, explore the Makarora region, or take a challenging tramp from the Matukituki Valley in Mount Aspiring National Park.
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