Hen and chicken island Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

10.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

45 minAvg dive time

November to AprilBest months

18.0–24.0 °CWater (summer)

14.0–18.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Hen and Chicken Island is a renowned dive site located within the Poor Knights Islands Marine Reserve in New Zealand. This area is famous for its stunning underwater landscapes and diverse marine life, making it a popular destination for divers.

Diving at Hen and Chicken Island offers opportunities to explore underwater caves, vibrant reefs, and an array of marine species including fish, mollusks, and occasionally larger pelagics. The site features both shallow and deep areas, providing a variety of dive experiences.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 18.0–24.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 14.0–18.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: Yes
Diving permits are required for the marine reserve.
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Bottom types:
rock sand reef Suggest edit

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Best lighting conditions are during midday; focus on marine life and underwater topography.

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