When is the best time to dive The Chimney?

The typical diving season is May to October. Conditions vary year to year, so confirm locally before booking.

Is The Chimney good for snorkelling?

Not really - this is a scuba site rather than a snorkelling spot.

Niue · Niue west coast

May to October

Open Water

Not a snorkel site - Not viable - a vertical tunnel/cave dive to 27m requiring scuba

Vertical swim-through tunnel, overhead sections, depth to 27m before exiting to open reef

No specific dive permit required

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Nearest hub: Alofi

This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.