Captain Cook (Kealakekua Bay) Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

35Max dive depth

35.0 mSite max depth

15.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

MildSurge

50 minAvg dive time

May to SeptemberBest months

24.0–27.0 °CWater (summer)

22.0–25.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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The Captain Cook site in Kealakekua Bay is known for its underwater wall that starts at around 6 m and drops steeply to depths exceeding 30 m.

Conditions

Visibility: 15.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Mild Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 24.0–27.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 22.0–25.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: Yes
Permits are required for commercial activities and can be obtained from the state.
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Bottom types:
rock coral sand Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Best lighting is during midday; use a wide-angle lens for coral and fish.

Location

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