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Taputeranga Marine Reserve

Located in the Wellington/Kapiti region

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Introduction

Taputeranga Marine Reserve is only 6 km from Wellington’s city centre. This picturesque coastline offers easy access for snorkelling, diving, tide pooling, and walking opportunities. Explore the reserve through the unique Snorkelling Trail through the waterway.

This marine reserve was established in 2008 and is 855 hectares.  

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Protect our marine reserves
  • No fishing of any kind.
  • Don't take or kill marine life.
  • Don't remove or disturb any marine life or materials.
  • Don't feed fish - it disturbs their natural behaviour.
  • Take care when anchoring to avoid damaging the sea floor.