Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
Oamaru, New Zealand
A harbour colony where the world’s smallest penguins come ashore at dusk, watched from stands on a paid evening tour. Photography with flash is not allowed, so use no lights. Book ahead in summer, and dress warmly as the evening wind off the sea is cold.
- Nearest town
- Oamaru, New Zealand
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- -45.1025, 170.9830
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually February–April and November–December. Still fine, with some compromises, in January and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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FAQs
Where is Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony?
Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony is in Oamaru, New Zealand, at GPS -45.1025, 170.9830.
Which road trips pass Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony?
Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Oamaru to Dunedin along the North Otago coast.
What is there to see near Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony?
Places worth a stop nearby: Oamaru Victorian Precinct (1 km), Steampunk HQ (1 km), Oamaru Public Gardens (1 km) and Moeraki Boulders (30 km).
When is the best time to visit Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony?
The most pleasant months are usually February–April and November–December. Still fine, with some compromises, in January and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)