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Snorkel Gear Hire  

Come and explore New Zealand's first Marine Reserve and friendliest fish. Snorkel the amazing Matakana coast. The perfect day out with friends and family!

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Your Snorkel Adventure Starts Here.

Hire Snorkel Equipment

Our amazing team are on hand to kit you out with everything you'll need for a great day at the Goat Island Marine Reserve. With full day hire and after-hours drop off available, there's no rush to leave the beach! We are also on hand to give advice on the best spots and safest places to snorkel.
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Our snorkel equipment is of the highest quality and we have a vast range of sizes from 4 years and up - so there is something for everyone. We provide free of charge a waterproof tub with our hire gear so you can keep your car salt free.
 
Hygiene Standards


For your personal hygiene, our masks, snorkels and fins are sanitised, cleaned, checked and maintained after every use. Our wetsuits are thoroughly shampooed using environmentally safe products to keep them soft and comfortable.
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Terms and Conditions​

  • We strongly recommend wearing a wetsuit for buoyancy and warmth, as well as fins for added propulsion and safety.

  • Please respect all Marine Reserve regulations.

  • Goat Island Dive is not responsible for the actions of individuals to whom the equipment is hired.

  • The hirer accepts all charges for damaged/lost equipment.

  • No refunds are given for unused equipment.

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All equipment must be returned by 4.30 pm unless you have arranged to take advantage of our after-hours drop off.

Please pay close attention to the weather conditions. We put up weather conditions on our Facebook & Instagram Page.

Full Price List
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Gear Up & Get Snorkelling
Adult

(16yr +)

Child

Reef Explorer - Standard

Full wetsuit (3mm) /mask/snorkel/fins

$59

$49

Reef Explorer - Extra Warm

Thicker full wetsuit (6 – 10mm) /mask /snorkel /fins

$59

$49

Reef Explorer - Sun Safe

Tropical full wetsuit (2mm) /mask /snorkel /fins (adult only)

$59

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Reef Explorer - Light

Shorty wetsuit(3mm) /mask /snorkel /fins

$49

$39

Snorkel Starter Kit

Mask/snorkel/fins

Mask/Snorkel

$45

$25

$35

$20

Fins

$25

$20

Weight Belt

$15

Wetsuit Standard

$35

$30

Wetsuit Extra Warm

$35

$30

Wetsuit Sun Safe

$35

$30

Wetsuit Shorty

$30

$25

Hooded Vest

$15

Boogie Board

$10

Prescription Mask 

+$10*

Late Return

$10

*Additional cost to a product containing a mask

Guided Tours

Not confident in the water? Or want to take your snorkelling to the next level? We’ve got something for everyone!

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If you're new to snorkelling or unsure in the water—don’t panic! Our beginner-friendly guided snorkel tours are designed to build confidence and introduce you to the underwater world in a safe, fun, and supportive way. You’ll learn how to use your gear and swim comfortably in the ocean, all while exploring the stunning marine life of Goat Island.

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Looking for more? Our advanced snorkel sessions are perfect for those with some experience who want to level up. We’ll teach you proper breathing techniques, breath-ups, how to hold your breath safely, and even rescue breathing—giving you a solid introduction to the basics of freediving.

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Choose from shore snorkels or head out on a boat snorkel adventure to discover even more of the reserve’s magic!

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Warm wetsuits included, friendly guides by your side, and stunning marine life all around—let’s get you in the water!

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