Aramoana & The Mole
Aramoana
A seaside village on the north shore of the harbour mouth, with a long breakwater for watching sea lions and seabirds, directly opposite Taiaroa Head.
Aramoana lies on the north shore of the Otago Harbour mouth. Its name is Māori for 'path to the sea'. A long breakwater known as The Mole runs out into the sea beside the village. Walking along it, you can look across the shipping channel to the albatross habitat at Taiaroa Head. Sea lions, fur seals, cormorants and terns are often seen here. The village also has extensive salt marsh wetlands and white sand beaches, and it is an ecological reserve. Entry is free. It is about 27 km from Dunedin, around 35 minutes' drive via Port Chalmers, and there are no shops.
Opening hours
Open all day
Nearby sights
- Royal Albatross Centre, Taiaroa Head
- Penguin Place
- Port Chalmers
- Otago Peninsula
- Allans Beach
- Orokonui Ecosanctuary
- Larnach Castle
- Sandfly Bay