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Sandhill Bay

Sandhill Bay

Stewart Island, New Zealand

Depth
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18m

Visibility
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10m - 30m

Entry
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Shore

Experience Level

Beginner


About Sandhill Bay

Another easy dive situated just outside Halfmoon Bay, on the coast of native Island. This site is rich in marine and coral life. Drop down into calm waters and gradually slope to a sand and kelp forest bottom no deeper than 18 meters. Here you will find a large array of marine life to explore.

Sandhill Bay Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Other

Entry Type

Shore

Max Depth

18m

Visibility Range

10m 30m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas

21% – 50%

O2
Marine Life

  • Groupers
  • Snappers
  • Various
  • Paua
  • King Fish
  • Conger Eels
  • Blue Cods
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