2. THREE KINGS ISLANDS

A group of 13 islands (surrounded by many more islets and rocks), 64km northwest of Cape Reinga at the northern tip of New Zealand. The Three Kings Islands are for the diver with a thirst for adventure. Rich in marine and bird life you'll find many exotic dive sites.

Here the tide rips are fast and furious as the Pacific Ocean rushes around the top of New Zealand to meet the Tasman Sea. Hapuka and bass are easily seen by divers. Novice divers should gain the experience of at least 30-40 dives around their local offshore islands and rocks before attempting a Three Kings dive adventure.