Matapaua Bay
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Sandy Bay in the middle, Shallow reefs on either side. Great for beginner divers or OW1 and 2. During summer the bay can have heavy boat traffic so be careful. SE is the worst wind and swell for the bay.
Rocky reef with standard nz kelp. Can be very silty and visibility is affected by the rain. Great interactions with Marine species
Dive Activity
Top Wildlife Sightings
Wildlife Sightings are Based on User Generated Content
Alamy-WaterFrame
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Wrasse
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Eagle Ray
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Spiny Lobster
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Stingrays
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iStock-Rainer von Brandis
Snapper
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Shutterstock-Levent Konuk
Goatfish
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Alamy-Andre Seal
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Pufferfish
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Flounder
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