Mao Mao Arch Suggest edit

Mao Mao Arch is a renowned dive site located within the Poor Knights Islands Marine Reserve in New Zealand. It features stunning underwater landscapes, including arches and caves, rich marine biodiversity, and vibrant kelp forests.

Divers can explore the arch formations and swim through tunnels, encountering a variety of marine life such as schools of fish, nudibranchs, and possibly larger pelagic species. The site is known for its unique geological features and colorful corals.

• 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

• Entry: Boat Suggest edit
• Permits required: Yes
  Diving in the marine reserve requires a permit.
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• Bottom types:
  rock sand kelp Suggest edit