Leatherjacket, Mayor Island.
Learn about the marine habitats and life found in Tuhua (Mayor Island) Marine Reserve. Over 60 species of fish are known to live here including black angelfish, leatherjackets, hiwihiwi, marblefish, paketi, banded wrasse and red moki.
Boating, swimming, diving and snorkelling are all encouraged within Tuhua (Mayor Island) Marine Reserve.
Landing on the island itself is by permission of the owners (Tuhua Trust Board). Cabin and tent accommodation can be booked by contacting the Tauranga DOC office.
Strict quarantine measures are in place on Tuhua. You must contact the Tuhua Island caretaker before visiting the island.
An Underwater Visual Census of reef fish at Tuhua Marine Reserve has been undertaken since 1993. Beginning in 2004, predator reef fish have been monitored using Bait Underwater Video. View the findings of both monitoring programmes.
View a map and find out about the boundaries of the Tuhua (Mayor Island) marine reserve.
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Check, Clean, Dry all items before entering, and when moving between, waterways.
Safety information
Always contact the nearest visitor centre for the latest information about facilities and conditions.
