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Keyhole

Keyhole

Hawaii, United States

Depth
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40m

Visibility
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- - -

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Advanced


About Keyhole

This dive spot is between Niihau and Lehua. This is a famous rock formation known as "keyhole". The Forbidden Island of Ni'ihau, featuring this Arch with a wall of 85 meter, is a wonderful place to experience the marine life of the islands. Here you can get an up-close look at many unique underwater lava formations and mysterious caves reaching a depth of over 35 meters. The water is clean and clear, offering an unhindered view of the ocean.

Keyhole Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Wall, Deep

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

40m

Visibility Range

Experience Level

Advanced

Best Gas

21% – 28%

O2
Marine Life

  • Grey Reef Sharks
  • Octopus
  • Lobster
  • Large Schools Of Jacks
  • An Enormous Field Of Dense Leather Coral
  • Pennant Fish
  • Orange Cup Coral
  • Monk Seals
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