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Elephant Point
Kelp-covered Tawharanui reef with boulders and current-sensitive edges.
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Usually visited by boat around Tawharanui; best on settled days because easterly swell, southerly wind, and current away from the rocks can change the dive quickly.
About Elephant Point
Elephant Point is a rocky Tawharanui reef with kelp-covered slopes, large boulders, and shaded faces that hold more colour and life than the exposed outer surfaces. Divers come here for temperate-reef structure, a mix of reef fish and crayfish habitat, and a site profile that changes noticeably as you move away from the headland. It is better treated as a conditions-dependent coastal reef than an all-weather local default, with comfort shaped by swell, wind, and current around the point.
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Where Is Elephant Point?
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Elephant Point Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 25m
Depth Note
Public dive references describe shallow reef starting around 4-5 m and continuing beyond about 19-25 m as you move farther from the headland.
Best Season
Year-round in settled weather, with the most comfortable planning window on lighter-swell days.
Typical Conditions
Temperate-reef diving with kelp, rock and boulder terrain, but exposure to east-sector swell and wind can change comfort and visibility quickly.
Safety & Access At Elephant Point
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
SurgeStrong currentWaves
Safety Notes
The site is exposed to swell and wind; expect current away from the rocks and plan the dive accordingly.
Access Restrictions
Boat access is the practical option for most visits, and normal marine-reserve protections apply if you are diving within the Tawharanui reserve boundary.
Legal Notes
Tawharanui Marine Reserve is a protected no-take area, so marine life and natural material must be left undisturbed.
Local Intel For Elephant Point
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
This is a reef-and-boulder scuba site with a shallow start, deeper water off the point, and enough structure to reward divers who are comfortable adjusting their route to current and surge.
Recent Logged Visits At Elephant Point
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Elephant Point
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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