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Garden Eel Cove Suggest edit

United States Suggest · Hawaii Suggest
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BeginnerDifficulty
BeginnerRecommended cert
18Max dive depth
18.0 mSite max depth
15.0–30.0 mVisibility
MildCurrent
NoneSurge
50 minAvg dive time
May to SeptemberBest months
24.0–28.0 °CWater (summer)
22.0–26.0 °CWater (winter)

Garden Eel Cove is a picturesque dive site located on the Big Island of Hawaii, known for its vibrant marine life and unique underwater topography. The site features sandy bottoms dotted with garden eels, creating a stunning visual experience for divers.

Divers can expect to see an array of colorful fish and coral formations. The gentle slopes and sandy areas provide a habitat for garden eels, which can be observed swaying in the current. The dive typically involves exploring the reef and sandy patches, making it suitable for divers of varying skill levels.

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Best lighting during midday, macro photography for garden eels
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