Ōamaru Penguins - Daytime Guided Tours

Explore the world of the little blue penguin during daylight hours at the Ōamaru Blue Penguin Colony Daytime Penguin Discovery Tour — an educational and relaxed wildlife experience in the heart of Ōamaru.

This self-guided daytime experience begins at the Colony’s Discovery Centre, where engaging displays and expert interpretation explain the unique life cycle, behaviour, and conservation of Kororā, the world’s smallest penguin species. From there, visitors can explore the colony’s protected nesting area, viewing penguin habitat up close and learning how these remarkable birds are cared for when they’re not out at sea. Daytime visits offer the chance to move at your own pace, ask questions, and gain a deeper understanding of penguin conservation in a calm, family-friendly setting.