Little Blue Penguin Adventures

Little Blue Penguin Adventures in Wellington, New Zealand offers a unique opportunity to see the world's smallest penguin species in their natural habitat.

Visitors can take a walk around the beautiful Flea Bay to see both artificial and natural nesting sites of the little blue penguins. The tour is led by experienced guides who provide information about the life cycles of these penguins and answer any questions visitors may have. The tour is interactive and provides a personal experience for visitors. Along the walking track on the clifftops, there are viewing hides where visitors can watch the penguins without disturbing their natural behavior. The tour also offers views of seals and other seabirds.For those interested in seeing penguins in the wild, New Zealand has many options. The Blue Penguin Colony in Oamaru is a protected natural habitat that offers an opportunity to see little penguins up close while learning about their ecology and conservation. It is also a research facility that employs marine scientists to explore the impact of changing environments on these flightless birds. At the farthest end of the Otago Peninsula, on Taiaroa Head, visitors can watch a raft of penguins return home every evening at dusk from a perfectly positioned viewing platform. The tours protect the wildlife while providing an opportunity to learn about the significance of the reserve to the Maori people.Another option is the Guided Evening Penguin Viewing on the Otago Peninsula in Dunedin. The 90-minute evening tour begins with a walk through the penguin reserve, where visitors can learn about the penguins and their environment. Then, they can watch them waddle and play in their natural habitat.For those who want a more immersive experience, Pohatu Penguins in Akaroa offers a variety of tours and packages. Visitors can tour the largest Australasian little penguin colony on mainland New Zealand, take a sea-kayak tour of the Marine Reserve, take a spectacular 4WD scenic tour, or spend a night in the middle of a penguin colony.It is important to note that little blue penguins are a protected species, and visitors should take care not to disturb them or their habitats. Dogs, cats, ferrets, and stoats are considered the greatest threat to these penguins, and visitors should control their pets and follow all guidelines provided by tour guides and conservation organizations.