Anchovies
About Anchovies
Anchovies is a wall dive area located west of Papatura, with diveable depths reported from about 5–25 m. It features an inner wall that is more protected and an outer wall that is larger and more exposed. Conditions can change with tidal movement, bringing bi-directional currents and, on the outer wall, larger swell. Marine life sightings commonly include turtles resting in rocky reef areas, along with nurse sharks, rays, eels, and large schools of fish in moving water.
Where Is Anchovies?
Anchovies Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 25m
Typical Conditions
Bi-directional, tide-influenced currents; inner wall is sheltered from large swell while the outer wall can experience large swell.
Safety & Access At Anchovies
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Currents are tidal and can run in two directions; the outer wall may be affected by larger swell, so plan the dive around conditions.
Local Intel For Anchovies
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
Wall diving from roughly 5–25 m, with a sheltered inner wall option and a more exposed outer wall.
Anchovies Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Anchovies
Directional shelter context for incoming swell.
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