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Sergeant Major

Sergeant Major

Hawaii, United States

Depth
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15m

Visibility
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13m - 38m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Beginner


About Sergeant Major

Sergeant Major is named after the schools of sergeant major damselfish that live in and around the dive site. It can be found to the southwest of Lanai and is the perfect dive site for divers to who enjoy exploring sites thoroughly. One can see a huge and varied amount of marine life at this side, including green sea turtles as well as amazing lava formations that run towards the ocean. An amazing archway joins the three structures and one can see white tip reef sharks at these formations. Both of these dive sites face the open ocean so make sure to keep a look out for game fish, humpback whales and dolphins.

Sergeant Major Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Other

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

15m

Visibility Range

13m 38m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas

21%

O2
Marine Life

  • Moorish Idols
  • Coral (Lava Tubes Are Geographical Features)
  • Sergeant Major Damselfish
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