Activities in & around Port Chalmers.
Port Chalmers Maritime Museum.
The Maritime Museum holds a vast collection of archives relating to the social history of Port Chalmers and its environs, together with the maritime history of the Otago Harbour and the Coast.
Orokonui Ecosanctuary.
Orokonui Ecosanctuary is home to some of the world's most fascinating and rare forest birds, reptiles and plants. Walk independently or enjoy the sights and sounds of this enchanting forest with one of their friendly expert guides.
Port to Port Cruises.
See albatross, seals and penguins up close in their natural habitats on a wildlife cruise or sit back, relax and enjoy a private harbour cruise for your next gathering. Port To Port Cruises & Wildlife Tours also operates ferry transfers across the Otago Harbour.
Art.
Visit the Ralph Hotere Sculpture Garden and Flagstaff Lookout around 10 minutes walk from the main street in Port Chalmers, or wander around past Port Otago towards Back Beach and view David Elliot’s Flying Whale mural along the way.
Other activities.
Walk.
Visit Aramoana for a rugged beach walk, or sample one of the many walks for all fitness levels in and around Port Chalmers.
Cycle.
Cycle the new Harbour path from Port Chalmers to Portobello on the Otago Peninsula, and catch the ferry back again.
Fish.
Visit the Boiler Point fishing jetty in Carey’s Bay (2 mins drive / 10 mins walk from Port) and try your luck at reeling in kahawai, salmon or warehou.