Ōamaru Penguins

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Why go

• A truly special sight to see
• Bucket list experience in New Zealand
• Watching the world's smallest penguins return from a day at sea

Must try

• Book a tour with the Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
• See over 300 penguins come in to their nests
• View little blue penguins from a viewing grandstand
• See wild seals up close
• See baby penguins in their nests

Pro tips

• Explore the area for free during the day
• Expect it might take up to an hour for them to come home

Good to know

• No cameras allowed
• Road remains open to traffic as penguins cross
• Don't touch, feed or disturb the wild animals

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Rating

4.3 / 5 (3064 reviews)

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