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The Coromandel is home to spectacular underwater seascapes, popular for snorkelling and diving.

Snorkelling in Cathedral Cove, Coromandel
Coromandel
Cathedral Cove Coromandel , Coromandel

Just off the fine golden sands of the famous Cathedral Cove lies the Te-Whanganui-aHei Marine Reserve, where the calm waters of the Mercury Bay harbour teeming wildlife, sponge gardens and reefs. Gemstone Bay has a snorkel trail, where even a novice can experience the marine magic using the buoys with information panels and images for fish identification.

Situated off the coast of the Mercury Bay, the 7 Mercury Islands offer some of the most varied underwater terrain in New Zealand. With submerged caves, pinnacles and drop-offs, the islands shelter a diverse range of species including crayfish, kingfish and moray eels. Popular with hunters and photographers as well as divers. Warm currents provide an ever-changing parade of whales, stingray and marlin and sub-tropical fish and turtles.

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