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Mahanga Bay
Overview
Description
Situated in Wellington Harbour this is the site of an old scientific research station. The mussel lines are home to sponges and anemones with juvenile leather jackets and masking crabs hiding amongst them. Over the sand look out for stargazers, sole & paddle crabs. Seahorses & pipefish can also been seen along the weedline. The remains of the old wharf and a car add further interest to this site.
Location -41.29242, 174.83248Get Directions
Useful training for this sitePADI Open Water Diver
Dive Types
Wreck, Beach, Reef, Ocean
Suggested Equipment
Booties, Camera, Dive computer, Dive Flag, Dive Knife, Drysuit, Gloves, Hood, Torch, Wetsuit
Entry
Shore
Common SightingsSeahorse, Pipefish, Octopus
Water Type
Salt
Maximum Depth 45 feet / 14 meters
Entry
ShoreShore/Beach
Common SightingsSharks, Whales, Dolphins, Turtles
Water Type
Salt
Maximum Depth 45 feet / 14 meters
Sources: This page wouldn't be possible without contributions from the following PADI members: Dive HQ WellingtonDisclaimer
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