This is an official dive operator for the HMNZS Canterbury and has been diving the Bay of Islands since 1978. You don’t need to be an Advanced diver or bring a group: Open Water divers are welcome with an instructor, and solo bookings are fine. You dive a whole Navy frigate plus a Bay of Islands reef in one day, with all gear included.

Itinerary

Start Point

Meet at the Paihia Dive shop, 35 Williams Road, Paihia (blue shopfront) at 7:45 a.m.…

Pass By: Bay of Islands

End Point

Meet at the Paihia Dive shop, 35 Williams Road, Paihia (blue shopfront) at 7:45 a.m.…

What’s included

Full scuba set: tanks, weights, regulator, BC, 7mm wetsuit with hood, mask, snorkel, fins and boots
Hot drinks on board to warm up between dives
Two boat dives: HMNZS Canterbury wreck and a Bay of Islands reef, with SSI dive professionals
Full-day boat trip through the Bay of Islands aboard Sentinel (toilet on board)

Not Included

Bring your own, or choose the Lunch option when you book for a packed lunch (meat or vegetarian)

Additional Information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Certified divers only. All divers complete a dive medical questionnaire and may need a doctor's sign-off

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Cancellation Window	Refund Eligibility
24 hours or more before start time	100% refund (Full refund)
Less than 24 hours before start time	Non-refundable (0%)

This experience may be cancelled due to bad weather. This experience may be cancelled if there are not enough travelers.

Important Information

Show your Viator ticket (mobile or paper) at the Paihia Dive shop counter, 35 Williams Road, when you check in at 7:45am. Bring your dive certification card or app, and your logbook if you have one.

Age Policy

Adult: 12–99 years

Specification: HMNZS Canterbury Wreck and Reef Dive Trip

Duration	7.8 Hours
Ticket Type	Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group Size	Up to 12 travelers
Confirmation	Instant Confirmation
Activities	Scuba Diving
Language	English
Tour Type	Shared