The National Aquarium of NZ
Discover an exciting world above and below the water at the National Aquarium of New Zealand.
Visit Penguin Cove and watch the world famous Little Penguins feed and play. Find out who has been awarded Naughty and Good Penguin of the Month! See sharks, stingrays and fish swimming over you in the 1.5 million litre oceanarium tunnel. Spot New Zealand’s native wildlife – the Tuatara and Kiwi.
And for those who want to see our toothy residents don’t miss the alligator, piranhas and sharks.
Daily feeding times are 10.00am for the reef fish, 2pm for the sharks and the little penguins at 9.30am, 1.30pm and 3.30pm.
Also stop in to enjoy refreshments at the Fishbowl Café.
Book a Close Encounter!
The National Aquarium is one of the only places in New Zealand where you can have a Close Encounter with Little Penguins. These friendly and entertaining little birds (also referred to as Little Blue Penguins) are only found in New Zealand and South Australia. During the encounter you'll experience what goes on behind the scenes, discovering all about the day-to-day care of these character-filled little birds and take part in hand-feeding them right in their enclosure. Learn about their rescue and rehabilitation and also what you can do to help preserve this special species and their environment.
