Join our friendly local experts aboard our classic vessel the Monarch for a truly enchanting wildlife cruise.
The Otago Peninsula is home to a wonderful array of wildlife including marine mammals, albatrosses, penguins and other ocean birds. This fascinating cruise will take you on a journey around the spectacular Taiaroa Head - the worlds only mainland nesting place of albatross. Enjoy watching our native furseals play on the rocks and sometimes see New Zealand sea lions basking on the white sandy beaches.
If you are lucky enough, you may even catch a glimpse of the dolphins and other marine mammals that frequent this beautiful part of New Zealand. So come along and enjoy New Zealand’s great outdoors with the highly acclaimed Monarch Cruises and Tours!
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Excellent commentary and lots of wildlife was seen
We both enjoyed staff were informative boat trip was good
Had a fun and amazing day in the wildlife sea. Staff are so very kind, funny, and accommodating. Would definitely recommend!
Managed to see albatross, shag, seal, blue penguin, and sea lion! Friendly staff, provided peppermint essential oil to help with slight sea sickness.
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Callum Wakefield from New Zealand wrote on 22 April 2025
Worthwhile Experience
Awesome experience, great and highly knowledgeable crew. Would strongly recommend this to others.