White Island Suggest edit

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AdvancedRecommended cert

40Max dive depth

40.0 mSite max depth

10.0–30.0 mVisibility

ModerateCurrent

MildSurge

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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White Island, also known as Whakaari, is an active stratovolcano located in the Bay of Plenty region of New Zealand. It is renowned for its unique underwater topography and rich marine biodiversity, making it a popular dive site for experienced divers.

Diving around White Island offers the opportunity to explore volcanic underwater features, including underwater fumaroles and diverse marine life. The site is known for its dramatic underwater landscapes, including rocky formations and sandy bottoms.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Moderate Suggest edit
Surge: Mild 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
Permits are required for diving due to the volcanic nature of the island.
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Bottom types:
rocky sandy Suggest edit

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Capture the unique volcanic formations and marine life; use wide-angle lenses for underwater landscapes.

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