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Majestic Unicorn Cove (Muc)

Hauraki Gulf, New Zealand
★ 4.0 (1 review)
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All levels

Sub-tropical rocky reef with kelp forests and abundant fish.

Boat Access
15m Avg Depth
25m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site features a dramatic underwater landscape of volcanic rock formations covered in colorful sponges and dense kelp forests. Divers can explore swim-throughs and crevices, encountering schools of blue maomao, snapper, and a variety of macro life typical of New Zealand's temperate waters.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Famousness Hidden Gem

Plan Your Visit

rocky reefkelp forestbeginner friendlymacro photographywide angleswim-through

Marine Life

SnapperBlue maomaoKingfishMoray eelCrayfish (Rock Lobster)NudibranchsKelpSponge gardens

Things to Note

Difficulty:

All levels

Sheltered cove with manageable depths, suitable for all experience levels.

Hazards:
boat trafficcurrentchangeable conditions
Current Strength:

Mild

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