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Operator review of The Sisters' rock profile, lee-side use, and current.
Dive Spot Guide•
The Sisters
Offshore rocks off Cape Brett with a current-driven canyon dive.
Local operator required
Boat-only, current-sensitive site that is best handled by a Bay of Islands operator.
Boat-only Bay of Islands site for experienced divers; plan for current, surge, and a profile that changes with the water.
About The Sisters
The Sisters are a pair of offshore rocks off Cape Brett that form a compact canyon-style dive. One side drops quickly into boulder-strewn water while the inshore line is a little easier to read, but the site still suits experienced boat divers. Current and surge can reshape the dive, and the rocks usually hold schooling fish, nudibranchs, perch, scorpionfish and the occasional shark.
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Research Estimate At The Sisters
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentStrong current
SurgeModerate surge
Where Is The Sisters?
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Community sourced coordinates.
The Sisters Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10m - 47m
Depth Note
Split rock with a canyon around 10m, a seaward drop into the mid-40s, and boulder structure around 30m.
Best Season
Year-round in settled weather.
Typical Conditions
Current and surge are the main variables; the lee side can be workable when more exposed sites are out, but the site still wants a careful plan.
Safety & Access At The Sisters
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong currentSurge
Safety Notes
Strong current can be present; plan the dive for conditions and depth accordingly.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only.
Local Intel For The Sisters
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Experienced divers can work the canyon and boulder slopes, using the lee side when conditions allow and keeping an eye on current and surge.
Freediving
Not a practical freedive target because the site is deep and current-sensitive.
Snorkeling
Not a practical snorkel target; the main relief is deeper and better handled by scuba.
Wildlife at The Sisters
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At The Sisters
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At The Sisters
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
