Try five different scuba specialties across two days in Auckland’s Hauraki Gulf. This SSI Advanced Adventurer course mixes focused skill dives—deep, navigation, buoyancy, night, Nitrox—with practical briefings to help you find your next diving passion.
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The sea peels back from the Auckland shoreline in sheets of blue and green; you step off the boat with weight on your belt and a pulse that follows the swell. Over two days, five guided dives take you beneath the surface of the Hauraki Gulf—deeper channels, reef slopes, and visibility that shifts with tide and weather—each dive offering a focused skill track to sharpen your confidence.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2 days (approx. 48 hours)
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness; comfortable swimming ability and ability to carry gear on/off the boat
Wildlife
History
The Hauraki Gulf has long been a food source and travel corridor for Māori; later European maritime activity shaped modern harbors and diveable wrecks.
Conservation
Several nearby marine reserves restrict take and emphasize low-impact diving—respect wildlife, avoid touching corals, and use mooring buoys where available.
Reserve your spot on the SSI Advanced Adventurer Course today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Complete the swim test beforehand
Be prepared to swim 200 m non-stop and float for 10 minutes; practice in a pool if needed.
Check nitrogen-friendly schedules
If you choose Nitrox or deep dives, avoid flying for at least 24–48 hours after your last dive.
Bring your certification paperwork
Carry proof of Open Water certification and a photo ID to streamline check-in.
Dress for boat transfers
Expect wind and spray—bring a warm layer and quick-dry clothes for surface intervals.
Wetsuit (3–5mm)
Keeps you thermally protected in New Zealand waters across most seasons.
Personal dive computer
Tracks dive time and no-decompression limits for multiple specialty dives.
Mask, fins, snorkel
Familiar personal fit improves comfort and performance during skill drills.
Underwater torch
Useful for night or limited-visibility dives and to inspect crevices on reefs.