Conditions & tides
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Marine forecast via Copernicus Marine. Score is a rule-based guide from swell/wind vs. the site's exposure — always dive your own assessment.
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About this site
The Gardens sits off New Zealand's coast near the Auckland region, at coordinates placing it around the Hauraki Gulf area. It is rated a beginner-friendly dive, making it accessible for those newer to diving in these waters.
AI overviewMarine life here
Confirmed by our research team, reported by independent divers, or observed nearby via iNaturalist — each entry is labelled with its source.
Short-finned EelAnguilla australisReported here · unconfirmed
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