Clearwater Wildlife Tours

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Our small group tours (10 max) offer unrivalled opportunities to connect with rare yellow eyed penguins, NZ sea lions, NZ fur seals plus a wide variety of albatross, sea & wading birds all in their natural environment on the Clearwater family farm.

The days may be shorter and the air sharper, but the wildlife of the Otago Peninsula doesn’t pause for winter. Hoiho, Pā...
05/06/2026

The days may be shorter and the air sharper, but the wildlife of the Otago Peninsula doesn’t pause for winter. Hoiho, Pākake, and Kekeno pups continue their routines — and if you’re brave enough to face the cold, we’re right there with you, watching it all unfold.

📸 Paris Stratton, Indy Parnello

03/06/2026

We often get asked about the “mermaid hair” swishing at the edges of the Kekeno rookery and we love the curiosity it sparks. Southern bull kelp is one of the quiet heroes of our coastline, creating rich underwater habitats and continuing to nourish the shore long after it lands on the sand. It’s a beautiful reminder that even the simplest things we find on a walk can tell big stories about the health of our marine ecosystems.

01/06/2026

As we mark King’s Birthday, we can’t help but think of the kings who reign here year‑round, Whakahao, our male New Zealand Sea Lions. We hope you enjoy the public holiday with your whānau, and with the incredible wildlife that shares this coastline with us.

📸 Giverny Kate
📸 Paris Stratton
📸 Indy Parnello

World Sea Lion Day reminds us just how lucky we are to share our coastline with Pākake, one of the world’s rarest sea li...
30/05/2026

World Sea Lion Day reminds us just how lucky we are to share our coastline with Pākake, one of the world’s rarest sea lions, and a true taonga of the Otago Peninsula. There is never a dull moment sharing our beaches with these characters. We’re proud to support the New Zealand Sea Lion Trust and the incredible mahi they lead to protect these animals and their future. Today, we celebrate the species, the people who care for them, and the privilege of watching Pākake thrive on our shores.

Dax and the team are grateful to City Sanctuary for gifting us 30, DOC200 traps to expand our trap network across Cape S...
28/05/2026

Dax and the team are grateful to City Sanctuary for gifting us 30, DOC200 traps to expand our trap network across Cape Saunders farm and Papanui beach. Effective predator control is essential for the survival of Hoiho, Yellow Eyed Penguins, who are vulnerable to introduced mammals such as rodents, mustelids and felines. Every trap helps give our taonga species a better chance to thrive on our coastline.

Thank you City Sanctuary!!

26/05/2026

Hoiho aren’t just ocean experts, they’re also keen inland explorers. Instead of nesting in open coastal colonies, they seek out sheltered forest spaces, sometimes a kilometre from the shore. Catching a glimpse of their quiet journeys is one of those rare moments that stays with you for a lifetime.

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By May New Zealand fur seal pups, Kekeno, are full of confidence. At around five to six months old, they’re busy practic...
24/05/2026

By May New Zealand fur seal pups, Kekeno, are full of confidence. At around five to six months old, they’re busy practicing their swimming, testing their balance on the rocks, and learning how to navigate life while the adults are foraging out at sea. It’s a wonderful stage to watch, full of curiosity and character.

📸 Paris Stratton

22/05/2026

World Biodiversity Day was created to highlight the importance of safeguarding the natural world, and the Otago Peninsula is a wonderful example of why this is so important. Its biodiversity stretches far beyond the wildlife we’re best known for — from coastal plants and hidden invertebrates to birds, reptiles, and marine mammals, each playing a role in maintaining the health of this landscape.

20/05/2026

Working hard BTS to share our special corner of Aotearoa with the world.

15/05/2026

There’s a special kind of joy in watching New Zealand sea lion pups, Pākake, discover their world. Pākake pups can turn even the quietest inlet into a playground. They bring a wonderful energy to the peninsula inlets and remind us how full of character our wildlife is.

Address

Otago Peninsula
Dunedin
9077

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 10pm
Tuesday 8am - 10pm
Wednesday 8am - 10pm
Thursday 8am - 10pm
Friday 8am - 10pm
Saturday 8am - 10pm
Sunday 8am - 10pm

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+6434778899

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