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Dive center page naming Russ's Revine and describing the swim-through, pinnacle, shelter, and reef life.
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Russ' Ravine
Sheltered Coromandel boat dive with a deeper swim-through.
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Local operator required
Boat access and the deeper cut-through make a local operator the practical default.
Boat-accessed Coromandel marine-reserve dive on the Mahurangi Island side; best on settled days and strongest for divers who are comfortable with a deeper feature.
About Russ' Ravine
Sheltered reef bay on the Mahurangi Island side of Te Whanganui-a-Hei Marine Reserve, with a shallow pinnacled profile, a deeper swim-through, and plenty of reef life in the cracks and crevices.
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Research Estimate At Russ' Ravine
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 12m
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
Where Is Russ' Ravine?
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Russ' Ravine Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 28m
Depth Note
The operator page places the shallow pinnacle around 5m with a swim-through near 28m; the imported site context describes an 8m top and a 28m bottom. Most of the bay can be enjoyed in shallower water.
Best Season
Year-round, with winter often giving the clearest water and summer bringing warmer conditions.
Typical Conditions
A sheltered bay dive with reef structure, a deeper swim-through, and the best results on calm weather windows.
Safety & Access At Russ' Ravine
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
Treat the swim-through as an overhead feature and keep buoyancy tight. Stay aware of depth while following the deeper cut-through and leave room for a controlled ascent in the bay.
Access Restrictions
Boat access is the practical default, and marine-reserve rules apply to all diving in the area.
Legal Notes
Te Whanganui-a-Hei Marine Reserve rules apply: no fishing, no collecting or disturbing marine life or the seabed, no feeding fish, and boats must follow reserve speed and anchoring rules.
Local Intel For Russ' Ravine
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best as a guided boat dive. Stay shallow in the bay for an easier profile, or use the deeper swim-through only when the sea is settled.
Wildlife at Russ' Ravine
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Russ' Ravine
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Russ' Ravine
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility12m
Activity
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