ALBATROSS CLASSIC

The story of the Northern Royal Albatross

A 60 minute fully guided tour; start with a presentation by your guide on the albatross breeding cycle and a short film by Natural History NZ, followed by a short walk up the hill for 30 minutes of viewing from our exclusive glassed observatory to view the nesting albatross and any other wildlife that may be in the area.

Learn about the story of the Northern Royal Albatross breeding here at Pukekura / Taiaroa Head from our expert guides – hear what makes this colony so unique and how the albatross are protected and monitored by conservation staff.

The Royal Albatross breeding cycle lasts almost one year, so we see some form of albatross each month. Check out our Northern Royal Albatross page to read about the breeding cycle and viewing expectations based on the month of your visit.

Things to Know

• Please check in 15 minutes prior to the tour departure time to confirm your arrival.
• The Royal Albatross Centre is located at the tip of the Otago Peninsula, a 50 minute scenic drive from the Dunedin city.
• Make sure you allow time to enjoy a delicious meal in the Toroa Cafe open all day.
• Photography is allowed on our tours, but no flash. Viewing the albatross is behind a one way glass system to reduce our disturbance on the albatross and wildlife.
• The weather at Taiaroa Head can prevail, please bring warm and waterproof clothes.