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Batu Bolong Komodo

Cray’s Crack in Fiordland, it’s a site that really delivers on that true New Zealand vibe. We love dropping into the cool, dark water, the kelp stalks swaying above like a curtain. The real show starts at about 10 meters, where the rocky slope transforms into a proper wall. This isn't your vibrant tropical reef, but the colours here are subtler, deeper – the glow of orange zoanthids, the deep purple of kina, and of course, the famed black coral. We’ve found the best time to visit is often on an overcast day; the ambient light filtering through makes the black coral truly pop. Keep an eye out for those big crayfish tucked into crevices – they’re everywhere here, giving the site its name. Our favourite moments have been spotting schools of butterfly perch flitting amongst the coral branches and watching lazy dogsharks cruise by. The visibility can be hit or miss, usually around 10-12m, but it only adds to the moody, mysterious feel. It’s a straightforward dive to about 18m, making it a great pick for intermediate divers looking for that classic Fiordland experience without extreme depths or currents.