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Divemaster's guide to New Zealand Scuba Diving Sites
Here you will find maps, photos and information about scuba diving in New Zealand. Check out the scuba diving sites at the Poor Knights Islands, wreck diving on the Rainbow Warrior and freshwater diving at the Pupu Springs or simply view an entire map of New Zealand.
Featured Site: Cape Saunders
Access: The road (track might be a better description) is not suitable for low slung vehicles, though a determined pilot might make it down okay in a vehicle with minimal ground clearance. Can get muddy when it rains so a 4WD is recommended. Park at the locked gate with the koha box on the post and make your way down the fenceline heading down the hill to the east. Pick your way down the cliffs and for Gods sake make sure you have a competent, properly equipped shore party who can help with getting in and out of the water - access is not for the faint hearted!
Weather / Sea conditions: The Cape is very exposed to the south, southeast and southwest. It should not be attempted with any sort of southerly swell running. [Note: When coming from town, check White Island from the hills on the drive out. If you can see any sign of breaking water at the island, forget diving at Cape Saunders. It will be too rough to make an entry (or to get out in one piece)]. more
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