Cleanerfish Bay

Located in Northland, New Zealand, this dive site offers a fantastic experience for divers of all levels. With its shallow bottomed bay and wraparound wall, this site provides a stunning underwater landscape to explore. Qualified divers can venture to deeper depths along the boulder strewn slope, where they'll encounter hidden crays and scorpionfish. There's also a small cave around the point that is a popular spot for stingrays.

Under the water's surface, divers will be greeted by a diverse array of marine life. Nudibranchs, starfish, urchins, shrimp, and ascidians can be found alongside eels, triplefins, and blennies. Additionally, the resident Painted Moki calls this part of the wall its home.

Despite being sometimes overlooked by charter boats, this large area offers endless exploration opportunities. The unique feature of river stone-like boulders covering the floor creates a distinctive underwater landscape, resembling small islands waiting to be discovered.

With a visibility of 16m and a maximum depth of 14m, this dive site is suitable for divers of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced and expert divers. So, whether you're just starting your underwater adventures or seeking a new and exciting dive experience, this site is sure to impress.

Experience the wonders of the underwater world at this Northland dive site in New Zealand. Start planning your dive today!