Full-Day Scuba Dive Charter to Hen Island

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1 day (approximately)
Offered in: English

The Islands are common breeding grounds for blue mao mao, sweep, trevally and silver drummer. In the summer months, you will occasionally come across Kingfish as you descend these dramatic walls, which drop down to boulders and level out exposing cracks where you can find hidden crayfish and large yellow moray eels. There are also large kelp covered boulders that provide refuge for goatfish, red moki and demoiselles.

By booking this activity you confirm you have read and agree with our Terms & Conditions.
If we have to cancel the activity, we will contact you to reschedule, or you receive store credit.
You'll have to complete the dive medical declaration before participating in any in-water activities, and might need to be signed off by a dive doctor before being allowed to dive.
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What's Included

Scuba Gear hire
tanks & weights
Boat ride
2 x tank dives
Transportation to/from dive centre
Bring your own food and drinks

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet at Dive Centre

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Hen and Chicken Islands have a general diving depth of up to 25 m / 82 ft and is suitable for all divers. Sail Rock provides greater depths for more experienced divers. The average visibility is 10-20 metres and access to the dive site is by boat.

Your charter includes a 45-minute boat trip out to the islands and 2 separate tank dives. This adventure takes in the wildness of the remote islands, with the possibility of seeing dolphins, sharks and even whales.

The diving here seldom disappoints and provides a list of fish on anyone's wish list. Big shoals of fish, spectacular topography and even crays to catch! Your trip is personal and can be tailored to your needs and experiences.

You must have dived within the last 12 months – contact us if you need a refresher course.

Food and transport not included. We will assist with carpooling arrangements if it's possible.

Additional info

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • NOTE: This dive is for divers with a minimum of an open water certification.
  • Evidence of dive certification is required from all divers wishing to participate in a certified dive. You must have at least open water certification.
Supplied by New Zealand Diving Ltd

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Nature and Wildlife Tours
Scuba Diving
On the Water
Freediving
Wildlife Encounters
Wildlife Watching
Small Group
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Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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