About Ōamaru
Ōamaru is a harbour town in North Otago on New Zealand's east coast, known for its Victorian whitestone buildings and the colony of kororā, or little penguins, the world's smallest penguin species. The birds come ashore around dusk, and in the breeding season the nest boxes are busy day and night. These Ōamaru live cams come from Ōamaru Penguins, which runs the colony, with the shag cam shared with the Urban Wildlife Trust.
Which Ōamaru webcam to check first
Start with the shoreline camera at the colony for the sea and the rocks where penguins land after dark. The nest camera shows a nest box with adults or chicks, and the Sumpter Wharf camera shows the Otago shag colony on the old wharf.
Before you go to Ōamaru
Evening viewing at the colony needs a booking and photography is restricted. Check the colony's opening hours and the MetService forecast before you go.
Live cameras and modelled weather can be delayed, incomplete or offline. Check official weather, access and safety information before you make plans.
