Experience Dunedin’s famous Royals from our exclusive ‘Royal Box’ observatory. Be awed by the chance to see a majestic giant of the seas with a three-metre wingspan. Learn intimate insights and view the breeding cycle of the northern royal albatross-toroa. Don’t miss your chance to visit the stars of New Zealand’s wildlife capital and encounter the magic of awesome albatross.

Tours take place throughout the day “bookings recommended” and offer 60 minutes guided wildlife tour telling the story of the Northern Royal Albatross, followed by a short movie by Natural History NZ then a visit to our viewing observatory to view the nesting albatross. Nowhere else in the world can you enjoy the privilege of viewing these majestic seabirds in their natural environment!

Not sure what you will see during your visit, click here to view the Albatross Lifecycle or contact us for viewing expectations today! More Information – FAQ’s 

The Royal Albatross Centre is operated by a not-for-profit charitable trust. A proportion of every ticket sold at the Royal Albatross Centre goes directly towards the fostering and protection of the Northern Royal Albatross. 

Please note: viewing the albatross nesting area is by guided tour only. There is no public access or self-guided options. Albatross viewing: The Albatross are wild and therefore freely come and go at their own pleasure. From mid-Sept to mid-Nov 80% of tours will see Albatross, but this is not guaranteed through this time.