This dive site is New Zealand's first and most famous marine reserve, renowned for its incredibly tame and abundant fish. Divers and snorkelers can easily explore the shallow rocky reefs and kelp forests teeming with large snapper and blue cod.
Goat Island
Abundant tame fish in NZ's first marine reserve.
- Access
10m Avg Depth
18m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Things to Note
Difficulty:
All levels
Shallow, protected bay with easy shore access and mild currents.
Hazards:
boat trafficcold water
Current Strength:
Mild
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