Poor Knights Islands

Region: Northland, NZ

Skill Level: Intermediate

Depth: 5-40m

Water Temperature: 16-22°C

Visibility: 15-40m

Best Time to Dive: November-May

Description: New Zealands premier diving destination featuring underwater archways, caves, and dramatic wall diving. Subtropical marine life thrives in this marine reserve.

Marine Life: Blue mao mao, moray eels, stingrays, kingfish, nudibranchs

Hazards: Strong currents, cave environments, depth changes

Facilities: Charter boat access only