Lake Taupo
Unique freshwater wall and drift diving in a volcanic lake.
Boat Access
18m Avg Depth
40m Max Depth
About this dive site
This dive site offers a diverse range of freshwater diving experiences. Primarily located along the Waikato River and featuring walls, these sites provide opportunities for various dives, including deep dives, drift dives, and altitude dives. Conditions permitting, divers can explore thermoclines within the water column. The area is also known for its koura (freshwater crayfish), offering potential encounters during underwater exploration. It's important to note that access to some locations may be dependent on river conditions.
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Plan Your Visit
freshwaterwall divedrift divealtitude divemacro photographywide anglebeginner friendlyadvanced only
Marine Life
koura (freshwater crayfish)rainbow troutbrown troutcommon bully
Things to Note
Difficulty:
All levels
Offers diverse sites, from easy shallow areas to advanced deep, drift, and altitude dives.
Hazards:
currentdepthboat trafficcold water
Current Strength:
Variable
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