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West Little Barrier Island

West Little Barrier Island

Hauraki Gulf, New Zealand

Depth
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10m

Visibility
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13m - 38m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Beginner


About West Little Barrier Island

As the name suggests, this dive is situated on the western side of Little Barrier island and offers easy diving, suitable for all level divers. Shore entry gradually slopes to a sandy seabed no deeper than 10 meters where you wil lfind several coral encrusted boulders and kelp gardens to explore.

West Little Barrier Island Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Other

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

10m

Visibility Range

13m 38m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas

21%

O2
Marine Life

  • Flat Fish
  • Snappers
  • King Fish
  • Conger Eels
  • Jacks
  • Various
  • Groupers
  • Trevally
  • Lobsters
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