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Rocky Bay

Wellington, New Zealand
★ 4.0 (1 review)
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Intermediate

Varied terrain with diverse marine life, challenging shore access.

Shore Access
9m Avg Depth
14m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site offers a varied underwater experience. The terrain includes reefs, channels, and sandy areas, providing an enjoyable exploration for divers. A diverse marine ecosystem thrives among the rocks, featuring Paua shellfish, sea urchins, crayfish, octopus, and numerous species of fish. Occasionally, schools of Koheru (likely meaning Cowfish) and other interesting creatures attract divers back to Rocky Bay. Access to the site requires careful navigation over jagged rocks; it is recommended only for those with good balance and experience.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Very Good
Water Visibility Good Viz
Famousness Well Known

Plan Your Visit

shore diverocky reefmacro photographybeginner friendlyadvanced entry

Marine Life

PauaSea urchinCrayfishOctopusKoheruSting rayEagle raySea cucumberStarfishNudibranchCrabSea anemoneConger EelCodSea Hare

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Intermediate

Shallow depth is beginner-friendly, but challenging shore access requires experience.

Hazards:
shore entry/exitsurge
Current Strength:

Mild

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