Your only chance to see the world's only mainland Royal Albatross breeding colony. Visit our exclusive observatory in the nature reserve to see giant albatross throughout their breeding cycle as they court, lay eggs and raise huge fluffy chicks.
Our Royal Albatross Colony at Taiaroa Head is the only mainland breeding colony of Northern Royal Albatross in the world. Imagine viewing a huge Royal Albatross with a three-metre wingspan gliding effortlessly and silently past. Double glazed observatory windows means we can watch without disturbing, imagine giant fluffy chicks awaiting their parental feeding, patient parents incubating eggs or teenage hijinks. Meet the Royals - gain insight into the private lives of these magnificent birds. Take a guided tour to our exclusive observatory, a short walk up the hill into the nature reserve with our expert guides. Book a tour to see Albatross and Historic Fort Taiaroa.
Contact us by
+64 3 478 0499
+64 3 478 0499
reservations@albatross.org.nz
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Physical Address
1259 Harington Point Road , Otago Peninsula
Dunedin Central
New Zealand
Cancellation Policy
No penalty if cancellation is more than 24 hours before a tour. If less than 24 hours before a tour, a cancellation fee will apply.
