Otago Peninsula Must Do's

PYRAMIDS AT ŌKIA RESERVE These two cone-shaped features are made from geometric basalt rock. They’re found at the eastern end of Otago Peninsula, close to Victory Beach. Check out the curious little cave at the seaward side of Little Pyramid.

THE ROYAL ALBATROSS CENTRE Take the opportunity to see the world’s only mainland breeding colony of royal albatross and watch as adult birds return from sea to feed their chicks. Book a tour here to observe kokorā (little blue penguin) returning to the beach at sunset from a viewing platform and interactive walkway.

© The Royal Albatross Centre, Otago Peninsula

PENGUINS Drop into Penguin Place or, as dusk draws in, get some close-up photos of up to 200 Little Blue penguins returning from sea on one of the expert led Guided Evening Penguin Viewing Tours.

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> Marvel at truly unusual rock formations at the Rock and Pillar Conservation Area > Explore Ōrokonui Ecosanctuary’s native fauna > Visit Sandfly Bay to see towering sand dunes and fur seals > Victory Beach to see fur seals and more yellow-eyed penguins

View over Otago Harbour © Adobe Stock

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