Visit the marvelous Royal Albatross Centre
Dunedin, New Zealand •
Must Do
Must DoDunedin, New Zealand
Must Do


Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Dec
11°C – 15°C, warm summer weather with minimal rainfall, high crowds, peak season
11°C – 15°C, warm summer weather with minimal rainfall, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Wheelchair accessible; mobility scooters available; some uphill walking.
Wheelchair accessible; mobility scooters available; some uphill walking.
Value for money
Medium
Sightings not guaranteed, yet tours are a bit expensive.
Sightings not guaranteed, yet tours are a bit expensive.
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Summarised by AI
Breathtaking Views
Couples enjoyed the stunning coastal scenery and the intimate setting of the tours.
Unique Experience
Visitors felt the guided tours were informative and the albatrosses were majestic.
Well Organized
Travelers found the tours well-organized and the staff knowledgeable and passionate.
Limited Sightings
Some couples noted that the birds could be distant, impacting the viewing experience.
Steep Walk
Visitors felt the uphill walk to the observatory might be challenging for some couples.
Pricey Tours
Some felt the tour prices were a little high, especially for a short visit.
Hours of operation
Monday
10:15 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday
10:15 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday
10:15 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday
10:15 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday
10:15 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday
10:15 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday
10:15 AM - 9:00 PM
In-depth experience
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
HIGH

9-21°C
Warm temperatures with slightly increased chance of rain.
Warm temperatures with slightly increased chance of rain.
Open
High demand; advance booking recommended.
High demand; advance booking recommended.
Recommended
February continues the peak season with warm weather. The Royal Albatross Centre remains busy, so early reservations are advisable to secure a spot.
February continues the peak season with warm weather. The Royal Albatross Centre remains busy, so early reservations are advisable to secure a spot.
March
MEDIUM

7-17°C
Mild temperatures with moderate rainfall.
Mild temperatures with moderate rainfall.
Open
More availability; booking still recommended.
More availability; booking still recommended.
Recommended
March marks the transition to mid-season, offering milder weather and fewer crowds. It's a favorable time to visit the Royal Albatross Centre with better availability and standard pricing.
March marks the transition to mid-season, offering milder weather and fewer crowds. It's a favorable time to visit the Royal Albatross Centre with better availability and standard pricing.
April
MEDIUM

6-17°C
Cooler temperatures with increased chance of rain.
Cooler temperatures with increased chance of rain.
Open
Good availability; booking recommended.
Good availability; booking recommended.
Recommended
April offers cooler weather and moderate crowds. Visiting the Royal Albatross Centre during this time provides a more relaxed experience with good availability and standard pricing.
April offers cooler weather and moderate crowds. Visiting the Royal Albatross Centre during this time provides a more relaxed experience with good availability and standard pricing.
May
LOW

5-13°C
Cool temperatures with moderate rainfall.
Cool temperatures with moderate rainfall.
Open
Recommended
May offers cooler weather and fewer crowds, making it a pleasant time to visit. Albatross chicks are growing, and you may witness their development.
May offers cooler weather and fewer crowds, making it a pleasant time to visit. Albatross chicks are growing, and you may witness their development.
How to get there

Shuttle
Recommended

Taxi
Recommended

Boat

Bus

Car
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required





