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Diving the Poor Knights Islands

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This article is intended to provide the already qualified Scuba diver with information which will help to plan dives in the waters of the Poor Knights Islands, whether as a local resident or a visitor. Information is provided without prejudice, and is not guaranteed accurate or complete. Use it at your own risk.

UnderstandThe Poor Knights is a small group of islands off the north east coast of New Zealand's North Island, or Aotearoa, land of the long white cloud.
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Get serviceThe Poor Knights are always accessed by boat, either from the mainland on a day trip, or on live-aboard boats.
Get aroundAccess to all the dive sites is by boat, usually from the mainland. Tutukaka is a popular departure point for dive trips to the Poor Knights.
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