Ralphie2014

We are planning a visit in early October 2017, and were wondering what activity could be expected at the albatross centre ? thanks Pete

20 August 2017|

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Kia ora Ralphie, October is the season for the return of the breeding birds. The breeding pairs are beginning to set up their nesting sites. As with all wildlife what you see on any given day is a complete surprise, even to... More

Terry C

Planning a visit in November, probably the 6pm tour, as we want to see the penguins as well. Couple of questions:- Are we likely to see any albatrosses at that time of year and day? Will be be able to have a meal in the cafe before seeing the penguins? Is it necessary to pre book?

28 April 2017|

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Kia ora Terry, Thank you for your enquiry. In November we are likely to see birds at the nest with egg laying due to start. We can never guarantee albatross flying at any time of the year as they are wildlife and come and... More

Jay R

Kai Ora T.R.A.C Is April or May generally a better time of year for viewing .I understand that weather changes are unpredictable, but are Albatross numbers much the same on these months? Aroha nui Jay

16 March 2017|

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Kia ora Jay April and May are both great times to visit. There are 3-5 chicks on view, growing larger each day! Their parents are coming in and out to feed them. Possibly April on a windy day might be better as the... More

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michellevoigt67

Gold Coast Hinterland, Australia

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Reviewed 3 days ago

Great work - great place. Well worth seeing.

The centre was undergoing renovations while we were there and at first we weren't sure even if we could go in - signage could have been improved. But once we were in we really enjoyed the informative displays. Food was good at the cafe too....More

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travelmakesUrich

Rocky Mount, North Carolina

532244

Reviewed 5 days ago

Expensive, but the money goes to a good cause, which you can't say about every place

We visited through Elm Wildlife Tours in March, which was a good time of year, and we learned an awful lot about the albatross (liked the way the guide explained the "teenage behavior") both in the main building, with the displays and the tour guide,...More

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Kia ora and thanks for taking the time to write a review. Thanks for supporting us by taking a tour with us through Elm Wildlife Tours. Our team love sharing their knowledge and stories of the albatross and introducing visitors to the 'Royals of Taiaroa'....More

Emily A

Florida

259

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Definitely check out the albatross when you're in Dunedin!

This was our second visit to the Royal Albatross center. We took the blue penguins tour last time round, but this time was all about the albatross. We are glad we didn't wait until October because most of this year's babies would have flown away...there...More

Thank Emily A

Kia ora and thanks for taking the time to write a review. Thank you for returning to see us a second time! We really appreciate your great feedback (we will pass this on to Christine your guide too) and the encouragement to others to meet...More

sallysteer

6832

OMG WE SAW HEAPS OF ALBATROSSES!

Having been told we may not see any adult birds we were treated to several sitings! And we could see 3 chicks on nests from the viewing hut. A beautiful spot and the birds are truly majestic. Staff were great . Loved it!More

Thank sallysteer

Kia ora and thanks for taking the time to write a review. We really appreciate your great feedback - it is a wonderful experience and we love sharing it with our visitors! Our team takes pride in making the albatross experience an excellent excursion and...More

Fiona S

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Amazing views

We did the hour tour, it was a small group and the guide was very informative and answered questions. It was a steep walk but well worth it as we saw fledgling birds and an adult in flightMore

Thank Fiona S

Kia ora and thanks for taking the time to write a review. We really appreciate your great feedback and encouragement to others to meet the amazing albatross at the world's only mainland breeding colony - it is a wonderful experience and we love sharing it...More

Jenny W

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Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Well worth a visit

We saw albatross. The chicks were about to leave and at the booking desk they were very honest and open about what we would see because of the season. It is an expensive tour but all tourist attractions in NZ seem to be $50+ and...More

Thank Jenny W

Kia ora and thanks for taking the time to write a review. Thanks for supporting us by taking a tour. We are glad you enjoyed your visit with us. There is the chance for great viewing at the moment, with 3-5 chicks on view, albatross...More

David A

Woy Woy, Australia

9825

Interesting

Albatrosses have a cycle and what you see here depends on the time of year. We saw some chicks that are working on leaving their birthplace - the tour was interesting for the informative talk we had. Add to that the drive there is scenic....More

Thank David A

Kia ora and thanks for taking the time to write a review. Thanks for supporting us by taking a tour. There is the chance for great viewing at the moment, with 3-5 chicks on view, albatross chicks to see and breeding adults coming and going....More

WRCRHP

Raetihi, Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand

155

Loved the birds

We got to see about 5 albatross chicks, and while we were there about 5 or 6 adult albatrosses flew to the site to feed their young, or check up on them. The chicks are just at the stage where they are starting to stretch...More

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VIVIEN C

viv@theredwoods.co.nz

Fantastic Reserve for Albatross and Wildlife

I live in Rotorua and had wanted to visit the centre for sometime as I often recommend my guests to visit Otago Peninsular to sight for penguins, seals and other wildlife. I was so happy to be able to visit and saw for myself what...More

Thank VIVIEN C

Kia ora Vivien. Thanks for supporting us by taking a tour! We are glad you enjoyed your visit and will recommend the Royal Albatross Centre to your guests. Our team love sharing their knowledge and stories of the albatross and introducing visitors to the 'Royals...More

thatkiwiguy

Sydney, Australia

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Thoroughly enjoyed the nature experience

This place was great. Both my partner and I enjoy nature, and to be able to come out and enjoy a day in this unspoiled little part of the world was great. We did the 90 minute Albatross tour, and enjoyed both the sights and...More

Thank thatkiwiguy

Kia ora and thanks for taking the time to write a review. Thanks for supporting us by taking our Unique Tour! There is the chance for great viewing at the moment, with 3-6 chicks on view, albatross chicks to see and breeding adults coming and...More

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