Monarch Wildlife Cruises

Monarch Cruises offers unrivalled viewing of wildlife in its natural and otherwise inaccessible environment. See what cannot be seen from land. Northern Royal Albatross and other albatross species, NZ fur seals, penguins and up to 20 species of bird and marine life on and around spectacular Taiaroa Head.

Options include a 1 hour cruise from Wellers Rock, half or full day premier harbour and peninsula tours departing from the city offering the best of the Otago Peninsula. Tour inclusion options are Larnach Castle, Yellow-Eyed Penguin Reserve, Royal Albatross Centre and NZ Marine Studies Centre.Complimentary pickup from accommodation.

Experienced guides, information sheets, jackets, binoculars and refreshments all enhance passenger experience. Internationally renowned, operating for 24 years.

The Monarch is also popular for social and conference cruising.