Northern Arch Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

15.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

45 minAvg dive time

November to AprilBest months

18.0–24.0 °CWater (summer)

14.0–20.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Northern Arch is a popular dive site located in the Poor Knights Islands, known for its stunning underwater topography and diverse marine life. The site features a large archway that divers can swim through, providing a unique diving experience.

Divers can explore the arch and surrounding areas, which are filled with vibrant marine flora and fauna. The site offers opportunities to see schools of fish, nudibranchs, and occasionally larger species such as rays and sharks.

Conditions

Visibility: 15.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 18.0–24.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 14.0–20.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
rock sand kelp Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Best lighting conditions are during midday; wide-angle lenses recommended for capturing the arch.

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