National Park & Nature
Moeraki Boulders
📍 Moeraki Boulders, Moeraki, North Otago, New Zealand
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Introduction
Moeraki Boulders are the South Island's most mysterious geological wonder. Giant spherical boulders on Koekohe Beach — up to ~2 m across, like dinosaur eggs — with Maori legends — a unique coastal sight. Giant spherical boulders on the beach; ~2 m max. Formed ~65 million years ago — mineral concretions. Some split by erosion — cracked interiors. Maori legends — calabash or eel baskets from a canoe. Free.
✨ Highlights
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Boulders
Giant spherical boulders on beach — like dinosaur eggs.
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Free
Free.
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Maori legends
Maori cultural legends about the boulders.
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Geology
~65 million-year-old geological wonders.
🛈 Practical Info
→Free：Free.
→Low tide：Boulders more visible at low tide.
→Combine：With Oamaru Blue Penguins and Dunedin.
→Access：About 30 min from Oamaru by car.
→Duration：30 min to 1 hour.
💡 Tips
• Free; boulders more visible at low tide.
• With Oamaru Blue Penguins and Dunedin.
• Information is on-site.
FAQ
Any practical tips for visiting Moeraki Boulders?
Free; boulders more visible at low tide. With Oamaru Blue Penguins and Dunedin.
Information on this page is compiled from public sources. Opening hours, ticket prices and other details may change — please verify with official sources before your visit.