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Te Titoki Point

Honestly, Te Titoki Point isn't going to win any beauty contests for coral coverage. We’re talking a big expanse of sand, a gently sloping beach entry, and then a fairly swift drop into the deeper stuff. But don’t write it off just yet. We’ve had some surprisingly good days here, especially when you focus on the details. Visibility here averages around 9 metres, which isn't the Poor Knights' usual gin-clear standard, but it’s often decent enough for what's on offer. The real draw for us is the chance to spot the things you just don't see on the dramatic walls elsewhere. We've spent patient dives here watching a Smooth Skate glide over the sand, its wings almost blending in. Rig often cruise through, and the butterfly perch are a pretty splash of colour against the muted backdrop. For photographers, it’s a different kind of challenge, but a rewarding one. Think macro: Cowfish poking around, or a Wrinkled Swimming Crab scuttling past. It’s also one of those spots where you might catch a Bronze Whaler just cruising by in the blue, though they're more common around the pinnacles. If you're tired of reef fish and want to search for something truly unique, or just enjoy the peace of a quieter dive, Te Titoki has its moments. Just manage your expectations and slow your roll.