The Pumphouse at Lake Pupuke offers a varied freshwater diving experience suitable for training and deep dives. The site features a rock pad at approximately 8 to 10 metres, which serves as a platform for instruction. Beyond this shelf, the lake floor drops rapidly to depths exceeding 40 metres. Divers should be prepared for variable visibility and potential thermoclines, as the lake experiences seasonal thermal stratification. Access is via the shore, and the site is equipped with parking, toilets, and a nearby cafe. Due to the depth and potential for low visibility, divers should be mindful of entanglement hazards and overhead environments.

Sylvan Park is a freshwater dive site located in Lake Pupuke, featuring a mix of reef, seagrass, and artificial structures. Divers typically enter from the shore via boat ramps, which offer a less sloping entry compared to other lake locations. The topography is shallow toward the eastern bay and deepens toward the lake centre, with depths ranging from 6 to 50 metres and an average of 17 metres. Seagrass beds are a prominent feature, often covering the lake floor from the shore down to 8 or 10 metres. Divers should be aware of potential boat traffic, variable visibility, and thermoclines during summer months.

Fishermans Cove is a reef site located near Leigh and Goat Island, New Zealand. The reef structure extends from the shallows to a maximum depth of 25 metres, offering a varied profile for intermediate divers. Visibility at the site typically ranges between 5 and 10 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate seasonally between 14 and 22 degrees Celsius. While currents are generally mild, they can strengthen unexpectedly, and divers must remain vigilant regarding boat traffic in the area. Due to the significant drop-off into deeper water, divers should monitor their depth gauges closely and maintain strict adherence to decompression limits throughout the dive.

Little Wooden Island features a combination of wall and reef topography located 100 metres from the shore. The site offers depths ranging from 8 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Divers and snorkellers can access the site via boat or shore entry. Conditions include moderate currents and visibility between 5 and 12 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate seasonally between 14 and 22 degrees Celsius. Due to the presence of sharp rock edges on the reef, divers should maintain neutral buoyancy and protect their hands. The area experiences regular surface activity, so caution is advised regarding boat traffic during entry and exit.

Shears Rock, located near Leigh and Goat Island, is a reef and wall dive site suitable for intermediate divers. The site features a consistent depth of 10 metres. Access to the site is by boat only, and divers should be aware that currents can be variable and strong. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, ranging from 14C in August to 22C in February. Due to the nature of the site and potential hazards including sharks and strong currents, this location is best suited for those with appropriate experience. There is no specific marine life data available for this site.

HMNZS Waikato is an artificial reef created by a sunken wreck located 2000 metres off the coast of Leigh and Goat Island. This advanced dive site ranges from 8 to 30 metres in depth, with an average of 28 metres. Divers access the wreck by boat. Conditions vary, with visibility typically between 10 and 30 metres and moderate currents. The site presents hazards including entanglement risks, overhead environments, and deep water. The habitat supports a variety of temperate marine life and invertebrates typical of the region. Night diving is possible at this location, with typical dives lasting around 45 minutes.