Wettie - Goat Island & Hauraki Gulf

Wettie operates out of the Leigh area, making it a solid choice for exploring Goat Island Marine Reserve and the wider Hauraki Gulf. They’re a good pick for casual local dives, especially if you're looking to explore the kelp forests and rocky reefs that define this part of New Zealand. Expect encounters with snapper, crayfish, and sometimes even a kingfish cruising by. It’s a straightforward option for those wanting to dive the accessible sites near Auckland.

Location
Goat Island & Hauraki Gulf, New Zealand, Australasia
Coordinates
-36.740560, 174.721620
Phone
+64 9 479 4232
Email
[email protected]
Website
https://www.wettie.co.nz/

Dive Sites Near Wettie

Wettie provides access to 15 dive sites in Goat Island & Hauraki Gulf.

Other Dive Centres in Goat Island & Hauraki Gulf

Best Time to Dive in Goat Island & Hauraki Gulf

The warmest water temperatures in Goat Island & Hauraki Gulf occur in February, averaging 22.4°C. The coolest conditions are in August at 14.1°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 21.4°C
  • February: 22.4°C
  • March: 21.8°C
  • April: 19.8°C
  • May: 17.4°C
  • June: 15.3°C
  • July: 14.1°C
  • August: 14.1°C
  • September: 14.7°C
  • October: 16.3°C
  • November: 18.5°C
  • December: 20.3°C

Marine Life in Goat Island & Hauraki Gulf

Home to 77 recorded species including 43 reef fish, 11 sharks & rays, 3 whales & dolphins, 3 crabs & lobsters, 3 other, 3 sea snails & nudibranchs.

Notable Marine Life

Recommended Packing List for Goat Island & Hauraki Gulf

Based on average water temperature of 18.0°C, currents 2 cm/s.

  • Wetsuit (3-5mm) - comfortable for 18°C water
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories