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Poor Knights Island Marine Reserve

Whangarei, New Zealand
Ranked #2 of 11 attractions in Whangarei
5.0 of 5 stars 17 Reviews
Type: Reefs, Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Activities: Scuba diving
Traveler Description: Tutukaka is called the Paradise Coast, and with 26 beaches, from white sand to rock pools, seascapes, and estuaries, to surf beaches, bush and... more »
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Whangarei, New Zealand
Senior Contributor
21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2012
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Even if you can not dive you can snorkle and still see the amazing below the surface marine life. Its not rated as one of the best dive sites for nothing, plus the islands on their own are great and there is the cave you can motor a decent size launch into as well More

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Whangarei, Northland, New Zealand
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 7, 2012

What can I say? Simply awesome scenery out this way. Fantastic! A must see!!! More

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tamworth
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 7, 2012

Good diving, small groups, friendly staff. Posted back fins that I left behind - thanks for being very helpful More

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Waiheke Island, New Zealand
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71 reviews 71 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
43 helpful votes 43 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 23, 2012

NZ is fortunate to have a world class marine environment within its boundary. I am awestruck by the sacred beauty of the setting, the naturalness of the islands ecology, and the clarity of the seawater. More

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Auckland Central, New Zealand
Senior Contributor
23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 19, 2012

A fair way out of Auckland city but worth it you don't even have to swim to see the fish although it is better if you do. More

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See 2 more reviews by AbsoluteTours for Whangarei
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 11, 2012

Beautiful clear diving. Heaps of fish, and just a magic day. More

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Auckland, New Zealand
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40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 6, 2012

We went on "the Perfect Day Out" cruise. It was awesome and the snorkel was so worth it! Paradise under the water! More

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Auckland, New Zealand
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 3, 2012

its northland and probably nzs premier marine reserve. Sadlyu i've never been there but everyone who has gone diving there has raved about it More

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Auckland, New Zealand
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 1, 2012

Awesome Islands. Recommended as a must do. Go with Dive Tutukaka - Perfect Day (if you're not a diver) More

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Auckland
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 28, 2011

One of the most beautiful maritime destinations in New Zealand. Scenic and historic. The diving is brilliant but if you don't dive there are other water activities and tours. GO!+ More

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