Honokohau Bay Suggest edit

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BeginnerDifficulty

BeginnerRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

10.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

50 minAvg dive time

May to SeptemberBest months

24.0–28.0 °CWater (summer)

22.0–26.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Honokohau Bay is a scenic dive site located on the Big Island of Hawaii, known for its vibrant marine life and clear waters. The bay features a mix of coral reefs and lava formations, providing diverse underwater landscapes.

Diving in Honokohau Bay offers opportunities to see a variety of tropical fish, sea turtles, and occasionally manta rays. The site is suitable for both novice and experienced divers, with options for shallow dives as well as deeper explorations.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 24.0–28.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 22.0–26.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Shore Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand coral rock Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Best lighting in the morning, focus on coral formations and marine life

Location

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