I can’t comment on the actual trip,as you may have read on my previous review!however our refund is now on hand and I’ve received a very nice apology and explanation from Chris this mornin*,our other trip with back to nature tours was 2xcwllent and when we travel again will look for this small c9mpany to look after us. Thank you.

This tour was the best of our trip to date. It was far better than our excursions through Viking cruises. Our guide, Chris, was superb. With only 11 in our group he made it intimate and personal. The weather of the day wasn't the best but he certainly made up for that by taking us places where we saw wildlife and beautiful views. It was just great. We found this tour on Shore Excursions where it was called "Bays, Beaches, and Views of Dunedin. Given the quality of the trip I'd also be very comfortable going directly through Back to Nature tours, who operated this tour.

Over 40 on this tour but our driver and tour guide kept us informed and amused the whole time. We saw so much in the short time, even a walk on the beach to see the seals. Highly recommend

Our guide Ben provided many interesting facts about the area and his experience living there. There was ample time given at each stop to take pictures. The highlight was a stop at Allan’s Beach, so pristine and we even saw a penguin hiding in a rock formation.

Seeing sea lions on the beach so close up and learning so much about the history and wildlife of the area. Such a friendly host as well.

Unfortunately our cruise ship was unable to dock in Port so sadly we were unable to do our trip. This was not due to any fault of the tour operator.

Chris provided an entertaining and informative tour of the Otago Peninsula and Dunedin. He knew the flora and fauna of the area like the back of his hand, and even dug in the Hooper's Inlet mud to show us what certain birds would look for. Chris and Back to Nature Tours are highly recommended. Check them out if you're in Dunedin!

Trip didn't start off so good as there was a problem with a bus?? Anyway instead of being picked up in Port Chalmers we had to make our way to Dunedin. Once there Chris picked us up and off we went for the best morning you could imagine. Chris was friendly and easy to listen to and most importantly knew what he was talking about. We went off the beaten track and found ourselves at one point about 2 metres from about a dozen seals, who seemed to like nothing better than to have their photos taken. We were taken to places a larger tour could not have gotten to and made all the difference. Thank you Chris, I highly recommend.

From the onset of this tour we knew we were in exceptionally good hands. Harry was knowledgeable , funny and experienced and showed us everything and more in this wonderful excursion. It was probably the best excursion we had on the NCL cruise and I would highly recommend it to others.

Really lucky with the weather which helped. Great summary of the area, sites and history. The beach part was amazing, and we were lucky enough to see Sea Lions lazing on Allen’s Beach. Chris was very knowledgeable about all the wildlife too. Have to say it was the easiest port collection from the cruise. You’re pointed to a trip area, and your excursion is on a “departures board”, so you know you’re in the right place. Free wifi at the port too!

Great value half day tour yesterday with Harry. Picked up at Port Chalmers Cruise Terminal and dropped back just over 3 hours later. Allans beach and the sealions was the highlight.for us. !! Wildlife, views and lots of information about Dunedin as well.as NZ generally. - What's not to love !!

This is a must see tour. Great guide. Our first stop is the steepest street in the world which is Baldwin St., Dunedin at 35%. They had to fight to get that distinction but they won in court. Some things are important to people. Dunedin is the oldest city in NZ. It sits on the Otago Peninsula and houses the oldest university in New Zealand, the University of Otago. Our next stop was the clock tower at Otago University (I thought he said Chicago). It is an impressive building. The first big stop is Larnach Castle. Not so much a castle as a mansion. The garden outside is magnificent, photos included. After lunch in the café, we explore the house. It was built in the 1800’s by William Larnach. There is a one person spiral staircase heading up to the turret for a spectacular view of the harbor. On to see penguins. After a short lecture, we go on the hike down to the beach. Through tunnels to a blind to watch where the young are & to watch the beach for parents coming in. On to see penguins. After a short lecture, just Jim & I elect to go on the hike down to the beach. Through tunnels to a blind to watch where the young are & to watch the beach for parents coming in. After pictures of penguins, we go looking for osprey at a ocean cliff that they like to hangout. It was a full day & well worth the time.

One of the best tours we have had in NZ. Picked us up at the cruise terminal at 8:45AM and gave us a tour of the city with a stop at the railway station. On to Larnach castle stately home (included). Very impressive home and grounds. We spent about 1.5 hours exploring this interesting site. In the afternoon, we visited a myriad of bays and overlook points and visited a reserve for yellow eyed penguins for about an hour. Our last major stop was to see the albatross nesting grounds near the lighthouse at the entrance to the port. We were dropped back at the port at about 4:30PM, one hour ahead of our sailing. We have been to multiple ports in NZ and this was one of the best, most inclusive port tours we have taken. No time was wasted on a scheduled lunch. If you wanted that, you got it at the Larnach castle.

Beautiful day (except for the weather;-)) and great tour. Our tour guide Harry was super friendly and had detailed knowledge about the Dunedin region and New Zealand. Also the guide at the penguin place, Laura was really fantastic. The albatross was the best for me, thank you Harry again, made my day perfect!

This tour was amount my favorites in New Zealand. The tour company was Back to Nature. Our guide was Harry who was an excellent guide. There were 8 of us on the tour. My husband and I were the only ones from the cruise ship. Harry picked us up and returned us to the port terminal. We got to see the highlights of Dunedin , stopping and walking around Baldwin street, and the old train station while still being shown all the neighborhoods. We then went to Larnach Castle, which we got to tour . It was very interesting with beautiful gardens and great views. We then went to the Penguin Reserve. You get to see the penguins they have rescued and go on a walk through dug out tunnels above the beach they use for viewing penguins coming on shore. You are unlikely to see the penguins coming ashore, but we did get glimpses of the small penguins in small man made shelters, which the penguins used for protection. Lastly we wen5 to the Albatros reserve where we saw many of the large birds gliding in the wind. It was an excellent day with a great guide. I would recommend this tour to anyone visiting Dunedin. They offer tours from the city central and for cruise passengers