Albatross Colony On Otago Peninsula

Royal Albatross Centre

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(2.2K) · Nature reserve in Harington Point, New Zealand
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The only chance to see... the world's only mainland Royal Albatross Breeding Colony. A unique experience to access the nature reserve to see giant …

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Jan 30, 2025
Facts shared by our guide were very interesting. there were several albatross sitting on nests but needed binoculars to see them. Sadly none were in flight, and we were 2 weeks early for any eggs t… Full review by Davina P
Jan 29, 2025
We visited in late January and learnt so much. Ela our tour guide was passionate & so knowledgeable about these amazing birds. We watched birds on the nest, saw a 3 day old chick being fed, saw an eg… Full review by 471gillianf
Jan 29, 2025
Great trip! Our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. Great view of the birds and preliminary video was very useful and informative too. Full review by travell0r07
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We will be there tomorrow October 30 Is it likely we’ll see an Albatross? What time of day will be better?
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Kia ora, We operate our tours from 10:30am, every hour until 5:30pm with 6pm being the last tour. Our afternoon tours may increase your chances of seeing Albatross on land, in …
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Kia ora, We operate our tours from 10:30am, every hour until 5:30pm with 6pm being the last tour. Our afternoon tours may increase your chances of seeing Albatross on land, in flight or both, but they are wild birds free to come and go at their own pleasure. Spaces are limited. It is a windy cold day, this is great weather for albatross, so it does increase your chances of seeing them. However we don't have any albatross nesting on view as of yet. Don't hesitate to contact us if you like to book or have further questions. Kind regards, Chris McCormack Operations Manager
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Answer by Do Not U · Oct 29, 2019
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Hi, what are the best hours to visit in January? When are the albatros active?
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We recommend the evening, especially if you want to see the penguins too!
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are the albatross there in january
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Kia ora The albatross certainly are there in January, the breedingcyle takes about a whole year. The first chicks to hatch will probably be mid to late January. The teenage …
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Kia ora The albatross certainly are there in January, the breedingcyle takes about a whole year. The first chicks to hatch will probably be mid to late January. The teenage albatross are also around and you may get the chance to see some of their flying- the do tend to show off! All the best Sophie
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Answer by Chris M · Nov 13, 2018
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We'll be in the area in November, is this a good time to come to see the Albatross and Penguins?
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Kia ora, its always a good time it just depends on what you want to see really. In November we expect to see albatross at the nest and we can guarantee blue penguin viewing on the …
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Kia ora, its always a good time it just depends on what you want to see really. In November we expect to see albatross at the nest and we can guarantee blue penguin viewing on the tour each evening. Kind Regards, the RAC team.
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Answer by Chris M · Sep 18, 2018
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When are you open? Do I need to book?
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We’re Open Daily from 10:15am until dusk, first scheduled tour 11:00am – bookings recommended. Closed Christmas Day – 25th December.
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