Our premium tour—the best way to experience Pukekura's history and wildlife includes Albatross Tour and Fort Taiaroa Tour. Learn the full fascinating history of the area and see another side to the nature reserve. The ultimate - the 90 minute guided tour shares the story of the Northern Royal Albatross and the cultural history of Pukekura/Taiaroa Head. From a Maori Pa to an 1880s underground fort, Taiaroa Head is today a Nature Reserve and iconic wildlife attraction, the only mainland breeding colony of Royal Albatross in the world and home to over 20 species of birds.