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Matavera Point

Located adjacent to Matavera Wall in the Cook Islands, this magnificent dive site offers a captivating experience for advanced and expert divers. With a maximum depth of 23 meters and exceptional visibility of up to 40 meters, this site presents a unique opportunity to explore the underwater wonders of Rarotonga.

The main attraction of this site is a reef plateau extending around 20 meters into the vibrant blue waters, creating a corner where powerful currents converge. As divers descend along the imposing vertical wall, they are greeted by an abundance of marine life. Schools of fusiliers, damsels, and various reef fish species mesmerize with their colorful presence.

This dive spot is best enjoyed as a deep dive, or alternatively, in conjunction with Matavera Wall for a more immersive experience. The sheer drop-off here stretches endlessly into the abyss, providing an awe-inspiring backdrop for aquatic exploration.

Just a short distance away from the Matavera SDA Church in Takitumu, this dive site offers convenient accessibility without compromising its allure. Whether you are a seasoned diver or an adrenaline-seeking enthusiast, this underwater paradise promises an unforgettable journey into the depths of Cook Islands' marine realm.

Diving Conditions Score for Matavera Point

6.2
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Matavera Point

Depth

23m

Visibility

40m

Experience Level

advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Matavera Point

Wave Height

2.3m

Wind Speed

27.4 m/s

Water Temp

24.6°C

Visibility

21.62km

Cloud Cover

9%

Wave Period

9.35s

Air Temperature

23°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Matavera Point
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Dive Score Chart for Matavera Point

Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 6.093366666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.86m, Wind 15.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 6.0694/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Matavera Point: 06:00
Sunset at Matavera Point: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Matavera Point are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.

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Best Overall
16:00

Score: 6.1/10
Waves: 1.86m (9.55s), Wind: 15.6 m/s

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Best Night
23:00

Score: 6.1/10
Waves: 1.8m, Wind: 5.4 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Matavera Point
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Matavera Point

The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.

Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions

Higher values indicate better diving conditions

Seasonal DiveScore Chart

This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.

Higher values indicate better diving conditions

Best Season for Matavera Point

Summer

Avg. Score: 9.3/10

Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.

Best Months for Matavera Point

June
Score: 9.4
July
Score: 9.4
May
Score: 9.2

Ideal Conditions for Matavera Point

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

25.4°C / 77.7°F

May

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

11.8m / 38.7ft

November

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

2.1m / 6.9ft

March

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Matavera Point

Matavera Point follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (25.4°C) and November the coldest (19.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 2.1m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in March with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). October is usually the driest month with 0.3mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during March to May, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 23, 2026

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