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Penguin Cave

Hauraki Gulf, New Zealand
Depth
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66ft
Visibility
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13ft - 39ft
Entry
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boat
Experience Level
Beginner

About Penguin Cave

One of the most interesting dive sites on Goat Islands is Penguin Cave. Not only is this site home to thousands of Penguins, but this site also has some of the most beautiful underwater landscape and cave sytem on the island. The cave drops down to a depth of 20 meters. Once inside the cave you will actually find a small dry beach. How is that for a underwater beach? A great, thrilling dive with much to see and explore. Remember to take your flash lights.

Penguin Cave Dive Info: Key Characteristics and Details

Unit Settings

Terrain and Features: Rock, Other, Cave
Entry Type:Boat
Max Depth:20m
Visibility Range:4m - 12m
Experience Level:Beginner
Best Gas:21% - 47% O2

Marine Life

  • Silver Drum
  • Groupers
  • Eels
  • Snappers
  • Various
  • Cray Fish

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