Water Taxi and Shuttle to Larnach Castle
TICKET PRICES STARTING FROM
Taxes and fees will be calculated at checkout
Overview
The quickest and most fun option to get to see New Zealands only castle. A fast water taxi ride across the beautiful Otago Harbour to Macandrew Bay, a small seaside village on the Otago Peninsula. Here you transfer to our executive shuttle van for your scenic drive up the hill to the castle. Your entry fee to the castle and gardens is included in your fare. You'll have an hour and a half to explore the castle and gardens. You'll then be brought back down to the harbour, for your second water taxi ride into Steamer Basin, in the heart of Dunedin. From Steamer Basin it's a short 5 minute walk to the iconic Dunedin Railway Station and Toitu, the Settlers Museum. This is also the departure point for the Cruise ship shuttles that return to Port. Please note - Trips from 8.30 am - 10.30 am leave from Back Beach, Port Chalmers. Trips from 11.00 and later leave from Steamer Basin, Dunedin city.
Ticket Options
2 Options Available
Back Beach Departures: $75
Steamer Basin Departures: $75
Ticket Information
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
What's Included
- Option for pick-up from Back Beach, Port Chalmers. Contact us for availability.
- Discounted return trips back to Port Chalmers
- Option for pick-up from Steamer Basin in Dunedin. Contact us for availability.
- Entry ticket to the Castle and Gardens included in your fare
- Drop off to Dunedin
What's not Included
- Please bring your own drink bottle
- Bring a warm jacket for those colder days
- Return trips to Port Chalmers depend on availability on the day $35 NZD, per passenger.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Our guide is available for the transport and entry to the Castle only. The tour of the castle and gardens is self guided.
- Departure point depends on time of departure - 8.30 am - 11.30 depart Back Beach, Port Chalmers. 11.00 am and later depart from Steamer Basin, Dunedin city.
- Alternative departure points can be arranged subject to availability and other bookings.
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