Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony

Otago

Blue Penguins are the smallest penguins in the world and naturally nest along the coastline at Oamaru. The Blue Penguin Colony is primarily a conservation area for the blue penguins but is also the easiest place in New Zealand to view good numbers of blue penguins as they return ashore each evening on dusk. The Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony is located just a 5-minute drive from town on the edge of the Oamaru Harbour under the dramatic cliffs of Cape Wanbrow. The colony features a large visitor centre and gift shop, research centre and a uniquely designed 350-seat viewing stand.