Royal Albatross Centre
Dunedin
Royal Albatross Tours – visit the only mainland breeding colony of Royal Albatross. Book a tour to see the amazing Royal Albatross, learn fascinating insights into these monarchs of the sea from our expert guides. Come into our exclusive observatory and have the chance to view these majestic birds raising their young. On a breezy day you may even see them fly by with their huge three metre wingspan.
Description
The Royal Albatross Centre is nestled at the foot of Taiaroa Head, at one with its environment. Step into the foyer dominated by Poutokomanawa, a carved pole telling the history of the Maori people of the headland. Settle back for an introduction to the Royal Albatross narrated by Natural History New Zealand. Your guide will take you through the bird’s fascinating story. From the Dunedin Royal Albatross Centre, it’s a short walk to the Observatory for the privilege of seeing the greatest of all seabirds. Wander through the McMillan Gallery and learn more of the history and wildlife of the area. Enjoy a snack or meal at the Royal Albatross Café and look out for a memento – you’ll want to remember the day you met the Royals of Taiaroa! Experience a tour of the diverse features of Otago Peninsula and Taiaroa Head, an area unique in the world for the variety and richness of the bird and marine life found there, together with its human heritage of settlement and use from the days of Maori fortification to the present. Taiaroa Head and Dunedin’s Royal Albatross Centre can be experience either as part one of our peninsula package tours combining many great attractions of the Otago Peninsula
Booking Refund & Cancellation Policy You have until 24 hours prior to you tour time to cancel or amend your booking. Cancellations or changes after this time are non-refundable. In the event of a tour cancellation prior to the tour commencing (due to weather conditions) a full refund or tour re-scheduling will apply. Child policy – children rates apply to school aged children children 4 yrs and under are free of charge.
1260 Harington Point Road, Dunedin, New Zealand