Seal Rock / Waikaranga
About Seal Rock / Waikaranga
This site in the Tapuae Marine Reserve offers dives that begin shallow near the rocks and then slope down into deeper water. To the south, the bottom drops away beyond 30 m. It is described as suitable for a wide range of experience levels, from beginners to advanced divers, with the deeper areas providing more challenge.
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Seal Rock / Waikaranga Planning Details
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Reported Depth
Up to 30m
Depth Note
Starts shallow close to the rocks and drops off to 30 m+ to the south.
Safety & Access At Seal Rock / Waikaranga
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Safety Notes
Shallow areas suit less experienced divers, but the southern drop-off exceeds 30 m and requires appropriate depth planning and gas management.
Local Intel For Seal Rock / Waikaranga
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A shallow start near the rocks allows an easier entry profile, with an option to extend deeper along the southern drop-off beyond 30 m.
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