This dive site is renowned as a signature location within the Poor Knights Islands Marine Reserve, celebrated for its exceptional beauty and marine life. It's recognized globally due to Jacques Cousteau’s assessment, placing it among the top ten diving destinations worldwide. The area features a dramatic natural archway—a truly unique underwater structure. A remarkable concentration of blue maomao fish inhabits these waters, adding to the site's allure. Visibility is excellent, allowing divers to fully appreciate the stunning formations and abundant marine life. The site offers an unforgettable experience for experienced divers.
Blue Maomao Arch
World-famous archway dive with immense schools of blue maomao.
Boat Access
18m Avg Depth
30m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Plan Your Visit
swim-throughcavernwall diveadvanced onlyschooling fishwide anglemarine reserve
Things to Note
Difficulty:
advanced
Potential for depth, currents, and overhead environments requiring good buoyancy.
Hazards:
currentdepthboat trafficoverhead environment
Current Strength:
Variable
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