A perfect day
Dec 21, 2020
4 minutes
WORDS BY LAWRENCE SCHÄFFLER
PHOTOGRAPHY BY
LAWRENCE SCHÄFFLER
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DIVE TUTUKAKA
It’s been quite a few years since I last scuba-ed at the Poor Knights – but a recent visit confirmed that these islands remain a remarkable reminder of a New Zealand that existed centuries ago. They teem with prolific life above and below the water – if you haven’t yet, add a visit to your Bucket List.
Finally designated a marine reserve in 1981 (after much paper shuffling and discussion), the protected status has seen the fauna and flora flourish (particularly underwater) – for me it’s very reminiscent of the Galapagos Islands. Of all the places I’ve dived around the world, I’d suggest the Poor Knights offers one of the most intimate
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