Otago Peninsula — Dunedin CoastalLoop.
Distance
110 km
Duration
1 day
Climb
600 m
Otago Peninsula — Dunedin Coastal Loop.
A compact, twisting peninsula ride east of Dunedin combining ridgeline panoramas of both the Pacific Ocean and Otago Harbour, the gothic Larnach Castle, Sandfly Bay sea lion haul-outs, and the worlds only mainland Royal Albatross colony at Taiaroa Head. Tight curves on Highcliff Road, gentle harbour-edge cruising on Portobello Road.
Quick facts
SurfacePaved
Distance110 km
Days1
Total climb600 m
DifficultyEasy
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The route.
Dunedin OctagonStart · Start at the Octagon in central Dunedin. Fuel up, then take Portobello Road east along the harbour.
Portobello Road causewayScenic Point · The water-level harbour-edge road with sheltered views back to the city and mountains beyond.
Larnach CastlePhoto Spot · New Zealands only castle (1871) on the peninsulas spine. Grand gardens and views to both coasts.
Highcliff Road ridgelineScenic Point · Narrow ridge road with tight twisties and panoramic views of both Pacific surf and Otago Harbour.
Sandfly BayPhoto Spot · Steep dune walk down to a wild sand beach. NZ sea lions sometimes haul out — keep 10m distance.
Royal Albatross Centre — Taiaroa HeadPhoto Spot · The worlds only mainland Northern Royal Albatross colony. 3m wingspans soaring over the cliffs.
Portobello villageRestaurant · Stop at the village wharf for fish and chips or a craft beer at 1908 Cafe before the return.
Dunedin OctagonEnd · Return to Dunedin completing the peninsula loop. About 110 km with plenty of stop time.
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