Western Reefs

Goat Island · New Zealand

Rocky reefs west of the main beach in shallow to moderate depths. Large crayfish and snapper inhabit these reefs alongside occasional giant boarfish and stingrays in summer months. Accessible from Goat Island Beach.

Conditions

Depth

6 to 18 m

Good for beginners

Current

Can be moderate

Can pick up on the edge

Visibility

15 to 20 m

Clearest in the calm season

Water

13 to 23°C

7mm full suit

Month by month

Month	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Water (°C)	20	21	19	17	15	14	13	13	14	15	17	18
Vis (m)	10	10	10	12	12	15	15	15	12	12	10	10
Current	Gentle	Gentle	Gentle	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate	Gentle	Gentle