Jones Bay is fantastic for learning to dive. It has a sandy sloping bottom with plenty of shellfish. There is also a significant reef structure that provides shelter from the current.

Takatu Point has a great selection of terrain for all divers. The proximity of Tawharanui Marine Reserve makes the marine life there plentiful. The site slopes from 4m in the shallows to 25m+ further from the headland.

Exposed to easterly swells and southerly winds. Some current away from the rocks. Depth ranges from 5-25 meters. Ideal for boat dive, just a short trip 15 minute trip from Sandspit Marina

Best dived with no wind or easterly swell. Visibility often poor. Be aware of large amount of boat traffic in summer. Depth ranges between 5-22 meters.

Ti Point is a great beginners dive site! It is an easy site to access with a concrete ramp and wharf that can be used to enter and exit the water.

Mathesons Bay is a sheltered bay that is perfect for diving! Divers can easily enter and exit the water via the beach or over the rock platform if the tide is right.

Wonderview is a fantastic site to dive! The reef structure is very bouldery and is teeming with life. Entries and exits can be a little tricky and be cautious of the steep track. The site itself starts in the shallows and slopes down to the sand at 25m.

Lots of current during tidal changes, therefore, Leigh Reef is best dived around slack tide and good conditions. It is advisable to have a good boat person on the surface, this can be a busy area for fishing in the summer. There are some small caves and walls on the southern side of the reef.

Penguin Point is a favourite site for many divers. It has a difficult entry and exit however the dive is well worth the effort. Penguin Point slopes from a couple of meters in the shallows to 25m+ further from the coast.

The Outpost is a great dive site with various attractions. It ranges from a sheltered bay to steep walls that are filled with life. It is best to dive from a boat, however, it is possible to do this as a shore dive with a long surface swim from Leigh.