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The HMNZS Wellington is a Leander-class frigate scuttled in 2005 to create an artificial reef. It’s now a world-class dive site only 5 minutes from Island Bay.
The F69 Wellington has something for divers of all levels but a guide is recommended for Open Water Divers or those with limited experience.
The wreckage is scattered across 2 main areas, so one dive is not enough to see it all!
On the bow section divers can see the intact forward guns and anchors. Divers with training and experience can…
The HMNZS Wellington is a Leander-class frigate scuttled in 2005 to create an artificial reef. It’s now a world-class dive site only 5 minutes from Island Bay.
The F69 Wellington has something for divers of all levels but a guide is recommended for Open Water Divers or those with limited experience.
The wreckage is scattered across 2 main areas, so one dive is not enough to see it all!
On the bow section divers can see the intact forward guns and anchors. Divers with training and experience can take a closer look inside the wreck.
The stern section is broken up but divers can explore the bridge and the Captain's toilet. Explorers will find the engine and helipad and other cabins.
The scattered wreckage is home to a variety of marine life from Nudibranchs to Crayfish and schooling Terakihi and Blue Moki
The maximum depth for this site is 22metres. Visibility is 2-12 metres on average.
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