WildlifeHidden gem
Turakirae Head seal colony
Wainuiomata, Wellington
A bouldery coast where fur seals haul out, and a place where raised beach ridges show past earthquakes.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 3 hours
The scenic reserve at the end of the Wainuiomata Coast Road has a rocky track and big raised beaches. Fur seals pup here in winter. Keep your distance from any seals on the track.
Good to know
- Seals are most likely from autumn to spring
- Wear shoes with grip, the boulders are slippery
- Best time
- Winter to early spring
- Getting there
- Gravel road past Wainuiomata to the car park; walk on rough ground
- Vehicles
- Fine in any car
- Dogs
- No dogs
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