Things to Do in Oamaru
Things to Do in Oamaru
Oamaru is a picture postcard New Zealand town with friendly locals and an historic precinct featuring one of the country’s best 19th century streetscapes. Priceless Maori artefacts can be found here. This is an eco tourism area where visitors can see precious wildlife up close, The Blue Penguin Colony is world famous.
Experience Waitaki & Oamaru
- Ancient marine landscape
- The world’s smallest penguins
- Victorian architecture
- Maori rock art
- Braided river and giant boulders
- Colonial whitestone architecture and Blue Penguins
You´ll ❤️ these great things to see & do…
- Stop off at the Moeraki Boulders
- Watch the world’s smallest Blue Penguins in their natural environment
- See the rare Yellow Eyed Penguin (Hoiho)
- Explore the wonderful Waitoki Valley
- Visit the Vanished World Centre at Duntroon
Useful Waitaki & Oamaru Resources
The coastline between Oamaru and Palmerston offers spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean, uncrowded beaches and a host of friendly little villages, Artist’s studios, fresh local produce, seals and surf makes Coastal Otago a must – a perfect holiday destination for visitors wanting to get away from it all.
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