Doctors Point Tours

Photo by Lydia Ward
Photo by Lydia Ward
Doctors Point is a protected place where you can see native wildlife in their natural surroundings. Learn about the conservation efforts while enjoying the great outdoors.

When you've spent a bit of time at this Otago nature reserve, why not check out Warrington Beach, Purakaunui Inlet, and Port Chalmers Museum? They're not too far from Doctors Point and also a favorite with many travelers.

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Abba Court Motel & Apartments

Abba Court Motel & Apartments

3.5 out of 5
Queenstown City Centre
Price was $598, price is now $456 per person
$456
per person
Dec 2 - Dec 6
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Queenstown (ZQN)
8.8/10 Excellent! (243 reviews)
Everything very neat and tidy . Just the bathroom too small . Thank you very much for the hospitality ! Great place

Reviewed on Oct 12, 2025

The Carlin Boutique Hotel

The Carlin Boutique Hotel

5 out of 5
Queenstown City Centre
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $7,847, price is now $5,838 per person
$5,838
per person
Dec 30 - Jan 2
found 5 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
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

Oaks Queenstown Shores Resort

Oaks Queenstown Shores Resort

4.5 out of 5
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Price was $2,976, price is now $2,341 per person
$2,341
per person
Dec 30 - Jan 2
found 24 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Queenstown (ZQN)
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,443 reviews)
The room was a great size and I loved the location. But during our stay there was construction going on to a new building which made navigating the hotel and car park a challenge. The hotel bar and restaurant was also closed for the period. Not sure if that was due to the seasonality or the construction work. TV also didn’t work for regular live to air and the iron also didn’t steam at all regardless of the setting and water levels

Reviewed on Oct 13, 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

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

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

Penguin Place
Signal Hill

Signal Hill

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

Signal Hill
Larnach Castle

Larnach Castle

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

Larnach Castle

Best Lodging Options Near Doctors Point

Nature on your door step

Nature on your door step

Waitati
Nature on your door step
Iconic Historic Seaside Cottage

Iconic Historic Seaside Cottage

Purakanui Inlet
Iconic Historic Seaside Cottage
Melmarie Cosy Retreat X by Tiny Away

Melmarie Cosy Retreat X by Tiny Away

Waitati, Otago Region
Melmarie Cosy Retreat X by Tiny Away
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
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

4.5 out of 5
118 High Street, Dunedin
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

4.5 out of 5
123 Princes Street, Dunedin
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Charming 1960s Kiwi bach in peaceful Karitane, just 5 mins to beach & harbour.

Charming 1960s Kiwi bach in peaceful Karitane, just 5 mins to beach & harbour.

Karitane
Charming 1960s Kiwi bach in peaceful Karitane, just 5 mins to beach & harbour.
The Pink Pipi Karitane

The Pink Pipi Karitane

Karitane
The Pink Pipi Karitane
Craftsman built house provides stunning retreat

Craftsman built house provides stunning retreat

Dunedin City
Craftsman built house provides stunning retreat
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