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Two marine reserves, kelp forests, and wrecks on the doorstep of New Zealand's capital
Updated Feb 13, 2026 • 17 sources

Wellington wreck dive near Island Bay.

Shore-entry reserve wall and reef with rich Wellington fish life.

Harbour point dive with kelp, tyres, and a silty drop-off.

Sheltered Wellington Harbour shore dive with wharf remains and macro life.



Sheltered shore dive on a shallow rocky reef in Titahi Bay.