Airport Beach

Hawaii, United States

Depth

20m

Visibility

12m - 36m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Beginner

Airport Beach

Hawaii, United States

Depth

20m

Visibility

12m - 36m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Beginner

About Airport Beach

So named because it is the original site of the Kaanapali Airport which is now relocated a few miles away. The park is privately maintained and has showers, restrooms and shaded picnic tables. This is a good area for snorkeling and entry level SCUBA. Expect a long swim to get to 40'+ depth. Beach entries are easy and water is usually calm. Bottom drops off gradually so most of the area is within snorkel depth. There is often a light current along the shoreline which shouldn't be a problem if you pay attention to navigation. There is abundant marine life and a healthy hard coral reef.

Airport Beach Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Reef, Other

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

20m

Visibility Range

12m – 36m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas Mix

21% – 47%

O₂

CNS Load (35 min)

12% at 18m / 36%

O₂

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Marine Life

Sea Turtles
Shallow Hard Coral Reef
Various

Weather Conditions

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Dive Site Hazards

Hidden Depth Variations — Complex reef topography can conceal depth changes, leading to unintended profile variations.
Distraction from Marine Activity — High fish activity can distract divers and delay depth or gas awareness.
Rapid Surge Direction Changes — Surge near reef structures can reverse direction quickly, pushing divers sideways into unexpected areas.

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