Come join Experiencing Marine Reserves for our first community snorkel day to the Poor Knights. We are teaming up with Dive! Tutukaka to provide an awesome family friendly day at the Poor Knights Marine Reserve on Perfect Day.

Ever wondered what it's like to snorkel in one of the top 10 dive sites in NZ? Join Experiencing Marine Reserves for a snorkel with our experienced guides and get FREE mask, snorkel, fins & wetsuit hire. Tickets are from $150 for adults and $70 for children (under 15) + a booking fee. Safe fun for the whole whanau!

When: Saturday 12th of October - Back up date of Sunday the 13th (you must be free on both dates).

The vessel, Perfect Day leaves from the Tutukaka Marina at 11am. You need to arrive at the shop at Dive Tutukaka by 10:15am at the latest.

What: Snorkelling, kayaking and paddleboarding at the Poor Knights Islands
Where: Departing from Dive Tutukaka, 30mins from Whangarei

What to bring: Togs, towel, sunhat, camera, warm clothes, raincoat, water bottles, a picnic lunch.

We appreciate donations to make our events possible - this can either be cash on the day, online or by a koha of your time at a future event.

Snorkelling suitable for children aged 5 and above.

This event was sponsored by Dive Tutukaka and run with the assistance of The Bobby Stafford-Bush Foundation.

Please note that the tickets are non-refundable - If you are late and miss the boat unfortunately there are no refunds.

The Poor Knights Snorkel Day Information sheet can be found here:Poor_Knights_Information_Sheet_2019-20.pdf307.61 KB

Check out our frequently asked questions here:
https://emr.org.nz/images/emr/pdf/snorkel-days/FAQ__Information_Sheet_2018-19.docx_2.pdf