

Best for intermediate divers, 15-40m, boat entry, moderate current.
Red Baron Caves, located at RikoRiko Cave in the Poor Knights Islands, offers a combination of wall and overhead cave diving. The site ranges from 15 to 40 metres in depth with an average of 20 metres. Divers must manage moderate currents, which can intensify within the cave passages, making solid buoyancy control essential. Visibility typically spans 10 to 30 metres, though a torch is necessary due to low light levels inside the cave. Access is by boat only, and the site is suited for intermediate divers. Hazards include the overhead environment, surge, and potential for entanglement. Night diving is permitted at this location.
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Time your dive entry around slack water to reduce current through the cave passages. A torch is necessary even on day dives, as the cave interior drops light levels quickly regardless of surface visibility.
Located just around Kahawai Point at the Poor Knights Islands.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-40m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
16-20°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
The site ranges from 15 to 40 metres deep, with an average depth of 20 metres.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the overhead cave environment, moderate currents, and potential for surge.
Access to Red Baron Caves is by boat only.
This site is primarily a dive location due to the cave depths and overhead environment.
Diving at Red Baron Caves in Poor Knights Islands requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Red Baron Caves in Poor Knights Islands. Water temperatures range from 16°C to 20°C.
Expect moderate currents at Red Baron Caves in Poor Knights Islands. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Red Baron Caves in Poor Knights Islands typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.