MEET THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE ADVENTURE
ABOUT GOAT ISLAND
DIVE & SNORKEL
Goat Island Dive & Snorkel is your gateway to exploring the incredible underwater world of Goat Island / Te Hāwere-a-Maki Marine Reserve.
From your first snorkel to your first breath underwater — or your next great dive — our team is here to help you get out there, experience more and discover what makes this part of New Zealand so special.
ADVENTURE STARTS HERE
More than just a dive shop
We’re a family-owned adventure tourism business based just minutes from Goat Island Marine Reserve.
Our days are spent helping people snorkel, scuba dive, learn, explore and experience the ocean.
Some of our guests arrive having never put their face underwater before. Others are experienced divers looking for their next adventure.
Wherever you’re starting from, our goal is the same: To give you an unforgettable experience at Goat Island.
Explore. Enjoy. Protect.
We believe the best way to inspire people to care about the ocean is to help them experience it.
Goat Island is a protected marine environment and we encourage every visitor to explore it responsibly.
That means respecting marine life, minimising our impact and helping protect this incredible place for the generations that come after us.
For us, adventure and conservation belong together.
Your adventure, your way
There are plenty of ways to experience Goat Island with us.
Snorkel
Hire your gear and explore independently, or join one of our guided snorkelling adventures.
Scuba Dive
Explore below the surface with guided shore dives, boat dives and experiences for certified divers.
Try Scuba
Never dived before? Experience breathing underwater with one of our professional instructors.
Learn to Dive
Start your scuba journey with internationally recognised SSI dive training.
Courses & Skills
Build your confidence and take your diving further with continued education and specialty training.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need experience?
Not at all. We have adventures suitable for complete beginners through to experienced divers.
Do I need my own gear?
No. We have snorkelling and scuba equipment available for hire, and many of our experiences can include everything you need.
Where are you located?
You’ll find us at 142a Pakiri Road, Leigh, just a few minutes from Goat Island Marine Reserve.
Is Goat Island suitable for beginners?
Yes. Goat Island is a fantastic place to start snorkelling or diving, although ocean conditions change daily. Our team can help you choose the most suitable experience for the conditions and your confidence level.
Can children snorkel at Goat Island?
Yes. We offer equipment and experiences suitable for families and children, subject to the requirements of the individual activity.
Do you offer guided experiences?
Yes. We offer guided snorkelling, scuba diving, Try Scuba experiences, courses and private adventures.
Is marine life guaranteed?
No — and that is part of what makes Goat Island special. This is a wild marine environment, not an aquarium. What you see changes with the season, tide, weather and movement of marine life.