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F69 Wreck is an Island Bay wreck dive in Taputeranga Marine Reserve with cold-water scenery and easy local boat access.
About F69 Wreck
F69 Wreck is an Island Bay wreck dive in Wellington's Taputeranga Marine Reserve. It is a temperate boat-access site with broken wreck structure, kelp, and strong local marine life rather than a tropical reef profile.
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Research Estimate At F69 Wreck
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 8m
AccessSimple entry
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentLight current
SurgeModerate surge
Where Is F69 Wreck?
This spotNearby spots
Community sourced coordinates.
F69 Wreck Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Depth Note
The wreck sits in the low-20m band and is broken into three main sections.
Best Season
November to April
Typical Conditions
Mild-current wreck diving with moderate surge, 10-20m visibility windows, and better conditions in the warmer months.
Safety & Access At F69 Wreck
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Cold waterStrong currentSurge
Safety Notes
Treat this as a temperate charter dive: check the weather window, keep an eye on sea state, and follow the skipper's site choice for the day.
Access Restrictions
Access depends on the boat schedule and weather windows; shore entry is not the normal route for this listing.
Legal Notes
Follow Taputeranga Marine Reserve rules and local charter instructions in the protected waters around Island Bay.
Local Intel For F69 Wreck
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Boat diving here is scenic and temperate, with wreck structure, kelp, and a wide range of marine life around the reserve.
Freediving
Possible only for experienced cold-water freedivers and only on the safest sheltered days; scuba is the normal fit.
Snorkeling
The reserve can support snorkeling in calmer areas, but F69 Wreck itself is primarily a scuba site.
Wildlife at F69 Wreck
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At F69 Wreck
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At F69 Wreck
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility8m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
