How deep is White Reef?

White Reef is a shallow-to-mid depth reef, with a listed range from about 2m down to 27m.

Is White Reef a boat dive?

Yes. White Reef is reached by boat into Deep Water Cove, and it is commonly run as an easy snorkel or scuba stop.

Is White Reef suitable for newer divers?

Yes. White Reef is one of the easier Bay of Islands reefs, so beginners can focus on the shallow structure and fish life.

What can you see at White Reef?

Hiwihiwi, wrasse, snapper, angelfish, eagle rays, pufferfish and other schooling fish are the main draw.

When is White Reef best?

White Reef works year-round, but calm settled days are the easiest and clearest.

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White Reef

White Reef is a beginner-friendly Deep Water Cove reef.

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Sheltered Bay of Islands reef with snorkel-friendly water, shallow-to-mid depth and strong fish life when the bay is calm.

About White Reef

White Reef is a beginner-friendly dive and snorkel reef in Deep Water Cove, formed from pale rock and protected by the Maunganui rahui. The reef has recovered from kina-barren rock into a healthy, kelp-covered site, so the appeal is easy structure and strong fish life rather than depth. Expect Hiwihiwi, wrasse, snapper, eagle rays and other schooling fish, with calm days giving the best view of the reef.

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