Purakaunui Inlet Tours

Purakaunui Inlet is a lovely place to enjoy some time out from the bustle of everyday life. See if any water activities are on offer here, or just enjoy the calm ambiance.

Located in Otago, this body of water is well worth a look. But you'll find tons more to check out in the area. Penguin Place, Royal Albatross Centre, and Warrington Beach aren't too far away from Purakaunui Inlet.

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Kent Street Apartments Element Escapes

Kent Street Apartments Element Escapes

4 out of 5
Queenstown City Centre
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$561
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Oct 25 - Oct 28
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Auckland (AKL) to Queenstown (ZQN)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
The Spire Hotel Queenstown

The Spire Hotel Queenstown

5 out of 5
Queenstown City Centre
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Oct 7 - Oct 9
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Auckland (AKL) to Queenstown (ZQN)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (119 reviews)
Amazing hotel, excellent in every way

Reviewed on May 16, 2025

The Carlin Boutique Hotel

The Carlin Boutique Hotel

5 out of 5
Queenstown City Centre
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Price was $1,563, price is now $1,171 per person
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Oct 7 - Oct 9
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Auckland (AKL) to Queenstown (ZQN)
9.8/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
The Carlin is indeed a 5 star property in every way, the staff and accommodation exceeded all our expectations, and we will most definitely return for a longer stay. I would recommend this truly remarkable boutique hotel to anyone traveling to Queenstown NZ.

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025

Popular places to visit

Jewelled Gecko's are one of the many testaments to the wonderful work the sanctuary does - they bring endangered species to live and roam around the forest, safe from predators. Your money

Orokonui Ecosanctuary

You can take time to visit Orokonui Ecosanctuary during your travels to Mount Cargill. Check out the top-notch restaurants or charming cafes in this walkable area.

Orokonui Ecosanctuary
Royal Albatross Centre which includes rocky coastline, mist or fog and a gorge or canyon

Royal Albatross Centre

4.5/5(48 reviews)

Get close to some of New Zealand’s rarest and most spectacular birds at Taiaroa Head.

Royal Albatross Centre
Dunedin featuring a church or cathedral and indigenous culture

Otakou Marae

Visit this community center to learn about the activities of the Maori people of the Otago Peninsula. See Maori artwork and attend a festival.

Otakou Marae
This piece of land on the Otago Peninsula was made into a reserve in the 1980's, to make sure it would always be protected for the Yellow Eyed Penguins. It is a self-funded conservation project that provides for the birds that make it their home - the nests are provided and their habitat is maintained and restored, there is a research program and a hospital for injured or sick birds. The tour takes you to the opposite coast where you can see the penguins come into shore and learn about their strange ways. We saw yellow eyed penguins, little blues and also fur seals. The yellow eyed penguins are endangered, because their juvenile survival rate is incredibly low, and they aren't prolific breeders. Tama, our guide, was funny and entertaining and the whole trip was well worth the $52/pp cost!

Penguin Place

4.5/5(21 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Penguin Place, a lovely green space in Harington Point. Wander the picturesque gardens in this trendy area.

Penguin Place
Larnach Castle

Larnach Castle

4.5/5(37 reviews)

Discover tales of romance and tragedy, see rare Victorian furniture and take in stunning ocean vistas at New Zealand’s only castle.

Larnach Castle
Signal Hill

Signal Hill

5/5(11 reviews)

Bike, drive or walk to this hilltop lookout to admire the uninterrupted views over Dunedin’s Pacific Ocean coastline and Otago Harbour.

Signal Hill

Best Lodging Options Near Purakaunui Inlet

Iconic Historic Seaside Cottage

Iconic Historic Seaside Cottage

Purakanui Inlet
Iconic Historic Seaside Cottage
The perfect Weekender! Funky beach house made up of a 1900's Railway Carriage.

The perfect Weekender! Funky beach house made up of a 1900's Railway Carriage.

Long Beach
The perfect Weekender! Funky beach house made up of a 1900's Railway Carriage.
Nature on your door step

Nature on your door step

Waitati
Nature on your door step
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

4.5 out of 5
123 Princes Street, Dunedin
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

4.5 out of 5
118 High Street, Dunedin
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Stunning coastal views in a movie like setting

Stunning coastal views in a movie like setting

Karitane
Stunning coastal views in a movie like setting
Craftsman built house provides stunning retreat

Craftsman built house provides stunning retreat

Dunedin City
Craftsman built house provides stunning retreat
Larnach Lodge

Larnach Lodge

4 out of 5
145 Camp Road, Dunedin
Larnach Lodge
Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Distinction Dunedin Hotel

4.5 out of 5
6 Liverpool Street, Dunedin
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
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