Rhino Horn - Kaikōura

Suana, off Lombok's coast, serves up a solid wall dive that dips to about 24 metres. We’ve found the currents here can be a bit frisky, so picking your time is key for a more relaxed drift along the wall. Keep an eye out for those distinctive Montipora corals blanketing the reef and the flash of pink anemonefish tucked into their homes. While the wall offers good macro opportunities, like spotting a hairy scorpionfish, don’t forget to scan the blue for the occasional manta ray gliding past. It's a site that rewards patience and a bit of current management.

Location
Kaikōura, New Zealand, Australasia
Coordinates
-42.432700, 173.708700
Type
reef

Marine Protected Area: Kaikoura Wildlife Refuge

Best Time to Dive in Kaikōura

The warmest water temperatures in Kaikōura occur in February, averaging 18.4°C. The coolest conditions are in September at 13.3°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 18.1°C
  • February: 18.4°C
  • March: 18.1°C
  • April: 17.0°C
  • May: 15.8°C
  • June: 14.6°C
  • July: 13.9°C
  • August: 13.5°C
  • September: 13.3°C
  • October: 13.7°C
  • November: 15.1°C
  • December: 16.9°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Kaikōura

Nearest Dive Centres to Rhino Horn

Marine Life in Kaikōura

Home to 37 recorded species including 16 reef fish, 8 sharks & rays, 4 other, 2 sea urchins, 2 hard corals, 2 whales & dolphins.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Rhino Horn

Based on average water temperature of 15.7°C, currents 18 cm/s.

  • Wetsuit (5-7mm) - recommended for 16°C water
  • Hood & Gloves (3-5mm) - helps retain warmth
  • 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