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3 ways
3 Ways archway dive with shallow reef passages and outer walls.
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3 Ways is a boat-access Poor Knights archway site around Te Anaputa Island, with shallow reef passages leading to steeper outer walls.
About 3 ways
3 Ways is a boat-access Poor Knights archway dive around Te Anaputa Island, with shallow reef passages that open into steeper outer walls. It suits calm, controlled dives more than rushed turnarounds: keep buoyancy tight, plan clear exits through the passageways, and treat the overhead sections with the respect they deserve. The site works best when the sea is settled and the water is clear.
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Research Estimate At 3 ways
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesNo facilities
Where Is 3 ways?
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3 ways Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 22m
Depth Note
Plan around the 5-22 m band, with shallow reef passages opening into steeper outer walls.
Best Season
summer
Typical Conditions
Shallow reef passages with outer-wall sections; best in settled weather with clear water and good buoyancy control.
Safety & Access At 3 ways
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
The archway system creates overhead areas; use appropriate training and maintain clear exits and buoyancy control.
Access Restrictions
No landing on the islands or rocks, and no fishing or marine collection inside the reserve.
Legal Notes
Poor Knights Marine Reserve rules apply: no take, no disturbance, and careful anchoring only.
Local Intel For 3 ways
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Depths range from 5 m to 22 m with varied topography from reef to walls and archways.
Freediving
The shallow reef sections may suit confident freedivers in calm water, but the overhead archways are better left to scuba.
Snorkeling
Snorkelling is possible only on the shallowest sections in very calm conditions; most of the site is better as a scuba dive.
Wildlife at 3 ways
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At 3 ways
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At 3 ways
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
