Experience crystal clear waters, hundreds of fish, arches and kayaking, SUP and sheltered waters, calm harbours, at the Poor Knights Islands Marine Reserve.
On the ride over, keep your eyes peeled for whales and dolphins, and one of our crew will have a chat with you about your experience level and how we can tailor the day to suit you.
The snorkeling at the Knights is simply fantastic and don’t feel like you will see less than the divers, because oh my goodness! That is simply not true! The life in the top 5 metres is probably the most prolific, and the light makes it the most colourful area. The kayaks are yours to use for the day, and the bottom is often seen from the surface.
We anchor up and serve lunch and stay in one spot for about two and a half hours, and you can bomb off the boat, try kayaking and SUP, go snorkeling, have lunch, grab a hot shower, jump back in the crystal waters, and eat some more!! The time is yours, our crew are here to help you, and help you enjoy the time in this magical place.
Worried about the water? Can't swim as well as you would like? We have life jackets, reef boards, noodles, and flotation devices - as well as a camera that screens the fish action from below. You don't have to get wet to see the fish!
We have an onboard photographer, so jump in front of the lens if you want to capture some memories, the photos are yours for free, as we load them onto Facebook daily, and you can download, tag share and brag!
At about 2.30pm, we up anchor, and start our tour of the Islands, including the World’s largest sea cave, huge arches, and majestic cliffs. Our knowledgeable and passionate crew will tell you stories and educate you about our Islands as we travel. There is a tragic Maori history that unfolds around you, the dramatic cliffs and breathtaking scenery lend itself to the tale, and the birdlife is unique to the Island. Granted full marine reserve status and being a nature reserve as well, the islands are well protected and very special. Giant weta, 1000 tuatara, 2.5 million Buller shearwater birds, dolphins, gannet colonies, whales, stingrays, teeming schools of fish…..an awesome and unforgettable experience!
Address: Marina Road, Tutukaka Rd3, Whangarei, No State, New Zealand
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