Yellow-Eyed Penguin Conservation Reserve

Tours & day trips

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Clearwater Wildlife Tours (small group 10max) Otago Peninsula

Clearwater Wildlife Tours (small group 10max) Otago Peninsula

Activity duration is 4 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 214 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 7,875 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Private Shore Tour – Discover Dunedin & Otago Peninsula

Private Shore Tour – Discover Dunedin & Otago Peninsula

Activity duration is 6 hours
Price is P 8,215 per adult
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Wildlife & nature

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Otago Peninsula Wildlife Cruise with Monarch

Otago Peninsula Wildlife Cruise with Monarch

Activity duration is 1 hour
9.2 out of 10 with 38 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 2,450 per adult
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Popular places to visit

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
Dunedin showing a church or cathedral and indigenous culture

Otakou Marae

You can learn about the history of Otakou with a trip to Otakou Marae. While in this walkable area, you can savor the lively bars.

Otakou Marae
Royal Albatross Centre showing mist or fog, rocky coastline 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
This is what it looks like - beautiful regenerated forest, easy-walk trails, and lots of opportunities to see wildlife - takahe, kiwi, geckos, tuatara and much more! Your money

Orokonui Ecosanctuary

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

Orokonui Ecosanctuary
Larnach Castle showing a castle, a pond and heritage architecture

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

Historic Fort Taiaroa

Learn about the local history of Harington Point with a stop at Historic Fort Taiaroa. Wander the picturesque gardens in this trendy area.

Historic Fort Taiaroa

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Larnach Lodge

Larnach Lodge

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145 Camp Road Dunedin
Larnach Lodge
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

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Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin

The Victoria Hotel Dunedin

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The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

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Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin

Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin

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Beach lodge motel

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Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel

Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel

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Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel
Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels

Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels

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Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
Woodlands Motels and Apartments

Woodlands Motels and Apartments

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594 Great King St Dunedin
Woodlands Motels and Apartments
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