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Hanauma Bay

Hanauma Bay

Hawaii, United States

Depth
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24m

Visibility
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10m - 30m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Beginner


About Hanauma Bay

This dive site used to attract over 10 000 visitors on a daily basis, although now it has been limited to 3000 people. This dive site is perfect for snorkeling, swimming and diving as well as offering other facilities. It was originally the cone of a volcano but the ocean eventually breached it and helped to form a natural bay that is protected from heavy winds and rough seas. In 1967 the site was declared a State Marine Life Conservation District and it boasts a huge variety of fish. Depths can reach up to 70 feet and the bottom reefs and wall structures offer amazing exploration. One should dive with a professional guide due to the rip currents building seaward.

Hanauma Bay Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Other

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

24m

Visibility Range

10m 30m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas

21% – 41%

O2
Marine Life

  • Ulua
  • Green Sea Turtles
  • Eels
  • Spotted Eagle Rays
  • Various
  • Octopus
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