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Penguin Cave

Penguin Cave

Hauraki Gulf, New Zealand

Depth
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20m

Visibility
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4m - 12m

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

Terrain & Features

Rock, Other, Cave

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

20m

Visibility Range

4m 12m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas

21% – 47%

O2
Marine Life

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