Cape Rodney-Okakari Point Marine Reserve, Marine reserve on North Island, New Zealand.
The reserve spans 5.5 square kilometers along the Hauraki Gulf coastline, featuring diverse habitats from rocky shores to deep reefs with sponge gardens.
Established in 1975 as New Zealand's first marine reserve, this protected area transformed from an overgrazed seafloor into a balanced ecosystem.
Te Hāwere-a-Maki, also known as Goat Island within the reserve, maintains deep connections with Ngāti Manuhiri, who settled the area generations ago.
Visitors can explore marine life through snorkeling, scuba diving, or glass-bottom boat tours, with water visibility reaching up to 20 meters.
Scientists at the Leigh Marine Laboratory conduct extensive research using specialized equipment throughout the reserve to study marine ecosystems and species interactions.
Location: Rodney
GPS coordinates: -36.26610,174.78592
Latest update: March 11, 2025 07:45
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