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Leigh Reef

Leigh Reef

Hauraki Gulf, New Zealand

Depth
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18m

Visibility
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9m - 27m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Beginner


About Leigh Reef

One of the most popular dive sites in Kawau Island. The Leigh Reef starts shallow and leads to a drop off. this drop off drops down to a maximum of 18 meters where you will find a spectacular display of marine life and coral formations of all colors, shapes and sizes. Here you can also explore underwater caves. Large amounts of anemones, rock and kelp gardens to be seen.

Leigh Reef Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Cave, Drop Off, Reef, Rock

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

18m

Visibility Range

9m 27m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas

21% – 50%

O2
Marine Life

  • John Dory
  • Groupers
  • Snappers
  • King Fish
  • Flat Fish
  • Various
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