Charters

You can get dive charters to Waikoropupu (Pupu) Springs from the following companies. Click on their names for contact details

Nine Dives

Waikoropupu (Pupu) Springs Scuba Diving Site

Please note that this site is current closed due to the threat of Didymo which continues to spread in the area.

The following information has kindly been provided by Nine at Nine Dives and Go Dive Marlborough

Famed for it's crystal clear waters and peaceful atmosphere, pupu springs in Golden Bay is a wahi tapu ( sacred place ) to the manawhenua iwi of Golden bay. In addition local people respect this natural resource as a taonga ( treasure ) to be protected and enjoyed. However Pupu springs has become increasingly popular for Scuba diving, snorkeling and swimming. This has been with an inevitable impact on the springs unique atmosphere and ecology, and on the experience of other non-diving visitors. Accordingly the D.O.C. has developed guide lines and a code of conduct for Pupu springs in order to better control diving activities and to stop swimming in the springs.

The code of conduct has been developed in consultation with various interested parties including dive clubs, it will remain in place whilst the DOC considers the code and its benefits, it monitors compliance and gathers more information on the ecological and social effects of diving on this unique environment. Take responsibility for protecting and conserving the sacredness of the area by protecting the environment both in and out of the water.

NO SWIMMING is allowed in Pupu springs it damages both the special atmosphere and the underwater shallow growth ecology.
NO DIVING between 6 AM and 12 Noon.
Only 4 Divers at any one time maximum.
Only 15 minutes allowed per diver.
Divers must register at entry to Pupu springs.
No commercial diving, it is illegal to charge to visit the springs, or to charge for a dive there, report a commercial outfit that does charge to DOC, our dive club will let you dive for free.
No diver training, you have to be a qualified diver.
Take care when you enter the water.
No diving in "the dancing sands" area.

For more info phone DOC on 03 546 9335

If you like to dive there then Nine Dives can provide you with transport there, a comprehensive briefing and hire gear so easy to get ready for you to dive yourself.

You can also dive Riwaka Caves under the same dive scheme, you will get a free guide here.

Remember to check out Nine Dives and Go Dive Marlborough.