Snorkelling & Diving
Day Tours
Training and Adventure Opportunities Underwater
What sets these shipwrecks apart is the balance between accessibility and adventure. The Tui’s gradual transformation into an artificial reef makes it an evolving habitat, while the Waikato offers the rare chance to explore a nearly complete naval vessel. Both give divers an immersive glimpse into maritime heritage and marine ecology.
For advanced divers, these wrecks are more than just dive sites—they are underwater museums alive with sea life. Schools of fish weave through metal corridors, while divers can trace the outlines of ship machinery frozen in time. It’s a mix of awe, learning and sheer underwater thrill.
INCLUSIONS
- Two Iconic Wreck Dives: Enjoy a dive at each site: the HMNZS Tui and the HMNZS Waikato, located close to one another.
- Diving Depths: Explore the Tui at 32 metres and the Waikato at approximately 28–35 metres, offering scenic and accessible underwater experiences.
- Marine Exploration: Discover purpose-cut access points, allowing entry to areas such as control rooms, engine spaces, and helicopter hangars.
- Historical Insight: Dive into the history of these navy vessels, from their service days to their transformation into marine attractions.
- Tailored Diving Options: Choose between hiring the vessel for private groups or joining scheduled group dives.
- Support and Safety: Surface support is provided to ensure a safe and enjoyable diving experience.
- Optional Training: Take advantage of available courses, including deep, wreck, and technical diving certifications.
AGE INFORMATION
- Children: 17 years and under (must be with parent or guardian consent)
CANCELLATION & REFUND
- 15 or More Days Before Departure: 50% cancellation fee**
- 14 Days or Less Before Departure: No refund.
Note: **Refunds exclude credit card or payment fees if applicable, which are non-refundable.
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