Wild Stories (and they’re all true!)
Let us tell you a story…
Stories from Wild Dunedin and Beyond share the people, places, and passions that make Ōtepoti and the surrounding region, the wildlife capital of Aotearoa. From festival highlights to meeting our contributors, to inspiring conservation mahi across the motu, our stories shine a light on our connection to nature and the incredible efforts being made to protect it for future generations.
Royal Albatross Centre
Dunedin’s Otago Peninsula is home to the world’s only mainland colony of Royal Albatross, accessed by guided tour to a viewing observatory.
The OPERA
A farm in a past life, and now a thriving sanctuary for native plants and animals, The OPERA - Otago Peninsula Eco Restoration Alliance, formerly Penguin Place, has big plans for the future under the guidance of new owners Ike and Jerad Haldan who bought the property in April 2023.
Family-friendly Fun at Tūhura Otago Museum
When it comes to family-fun in Ōtepoti Dunedin, look no further than Tūhura Otago Museum!
Dunedin Nightlife - Orokonui Ecosanctuary After Dark
Spring is the time that Orokonui Ecosanctuary restarts Dusk Tours. Guide Taylor Davies-Colley explains: "So much of the wildlife’s behaviour is dictated by the time of day, and everything changes in te pō (night) – the wildlife, the scenery, the vibe."