Free Community Snorkel Day - Whitireia Park
The Whitireia free community snorkel day is on tomorrow!
Come on down to Whitireia Park for a free community snorkel day with the Greater Wellington and Mountains to Sea Wellington. Prepare to be wowed by the diversity and vibrancy of underwater life in this marine area.This year it's all about seaweed! Find out about the numerous benefits and uses of seaweed and how healthy carbon-sequestering marine flora could potentially save the world.
Our snorkel guides and marine experts will be on hand to help you every step of the way and make this a day to remember.
No bookings required, just be sure to click ‘interested’ or ‘going’ on this Facebook event so you receive important information in the lead-up. If the weather turns we’ll have to tweak our plans.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:
All equipment, guides and safety gear is provided.
Please note the minimum age is 8 years, and children below 16 must be accompanied by a snorkelling adult.
First time snorkelers are encouraged!
TRAVELLING BY CAR:
The road to the snorkel site is narrow and can be dangerous when there is a lot of traffic. If possible, consider carpooling with a few people. There will be clearly signposted parking available throughout the day.
CYCLE:
You can also cycle to the site around the beautiful coastal track. Starting at Titahi Bay Boat Club, it’s 5km to the snorkel site.
Check the map posted on this event page for more travel information.WHAT TO BRING:
Togs, towel, sunhat, camera, warm clothes and a sense of adventure.
This event is brought to you by Greater Wellington Regional Council and Mountains to Sea Wellington.
If you are a keen and experienced snorkeller and would like to help the Mountains to Sea Wellington team with this community event please contact volunteer@mtsw.org.nz. Volunteers are needed for this and a number of other community and school programmes over the summer.
Event on Facebook at