Otakou Marae

Dunedin featuring a church or cathedral and indigenous culture

Dunedin featuring indigenous culture and a church or cathedral

Dunedin which includes indigenous culture

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Otakou Travel Guide

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This piece of land on the Otago Peninsula was made into a reserve in the 1980's, to make sure it would always be protected for the Yellow Eyed Penguins. It is a self-funded conservation project that provides for the birds that make it their home - the nests are provided and their habitat is maintained and restored, there is a research program and a hospital for injured or sick birds.

The tour takes you to the opposite coast where you can see the penguins come into shore and learn about their strange ways. We saw yellow eyed penguins, little blues and also fur seals. The yellow eyed penguins are endangered, because their juvenile survival rate is incredibly low, and they aren't prolific breeders. Tama, our guide, was funny and entertaining and the whole trip was well worth the $52/pp cost!

Penguin Place

Explore the great outdoors at Penguin Place, a lovely green space in Harington Point. Wander the picturesque gardens in this trendy area.

Royal Albatross Centre

Get close to some of New Zealand’s rarest and most spectacular birds at Taiaroa Head.

Jewelled Gecko's are one of the many testaments to the wonderful work the sanctuary does - they bring endangered species to live and roam around the forest, safe from predators.

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Orokonui Ecosanctuary

You can take time to visit Orokonui Ecosanctuary during your travels to Mount Cargill. Check out the top-notch restaurants or charming cafes in this walkable area.

Larnach Castle

Discover tales of romance and tragedy, see rare Victorian furniture and take in stunning ocean vistas at New Zealand’s only castle.

Yellow-Eyed Penguin Conservation Reserve

You can find out about the history of Harington Point with a trip to Yellow-Eyed Penguin Conservation Reserve. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Historic Fort Taiaroa

Learn about the local history of Harington Point with a stop at Historic Fort Taiaroa. Wander the picturesque gardens in this trendy area.

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