Title: Royal Albatross Centre in Harington Point - Tours and Activities | Expedia.ca

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# Royal Albatross Centre Tours and Activities

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## Visit Royal Albatross Centre

Activities

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

Visit the Royal Albatross Centre, the world’s only mainland royal albatross breeding colony, and marvel at these giant birds as they soar above the wild Pacific Ocean. See penguins and sea lions on the beaches around the centre and check out Fort Taiaroa to find out why this location played such an important role in the nation’s history.

Located on a long green headland at the tip of the Otago Peninsula, the Royal Albatross Centre offers a truly unique wildlife experience. Watch from the indoor viewing area as great northern royal albatrosses circle the cliffs before returning to their nests just a few metres away. If you visit in the summer after the chicks have been born you may be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of the adults teaching them to fly. To find out more about the birds’ behaviour, take a tour and enjoy a short film that documents the existence of the albatross in Otago.

During your trip be sure to explore Fort Taiaroa. Positioned right on the end of the headland, this underground fort was built on the site of a 14th-century Maori camp. As well as being a key defensive outpost during both world wars, this spot is where the Treaty of Waitangi was signed in 1840.

The coastline that surrounds the centre is a haven for an array of animals. The most popular resident is the little blue penguin. Join a guided tour of Pilot Beach and look for the furry birds as they waddle up the beach to their nests after a day of fishing. Spot the lazy sea lions that spend their days sunbathing on the warm sand.

The Royal Albatross Centre is a 40-minute drive northeast of Dunedin. The centre is open all day through the year. Book tours over the phone or through the centre’s website.

## Plan a trip to see Royal Albatross Centre

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### Baldwin Street BNB

North East Valley

CA $2,623

per person

Apr 29 - May 1

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Montreal (YUL) to Dunedin (DUD)

No reviews

Absolutely lovely room and amenities, such an interesting place to stay!

Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025

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Dunedin City Centre

CA $3,075

per person

Apr 29 - May 1

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Montreal (YUL) to Dunedin (DUD)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)

Property was awesome close to town clean comfortable and well appointed. Thoughly enjoyed our stay only small negative was the parking.

Reviewed on Mar 29, 2025

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Dunedin City Centre

CA $2,924

per person

Apr 29 - May 1

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Montreal (YUL) to Dunedin (DUD)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)

Amazing stay! Super helpful with amazing amenities and service! Would easily come back

Reviewed on Nov 27, 2024

### 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! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113114/cfc53f35-18ec-41b5-959d-4c0dfc18882b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Penguin Place

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

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#### 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. 

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#### 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. 

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#### Signal Hill

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

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#### 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. 

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