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Molokai Hammerhead Dive (Mokuhoʻoniki) Suggest edit

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AdvancedRecommended cert
40Max dive depth
40.0 mSite max depth
15.0–30.0 mVisibility
ModerateCurrent
MildSurge
60 minAvg dive time
December to MarchBest months
24.0–27.0 °CWater (summer)
21.0–24.0 °CWater (winter)

The Molokai Hammerhead Dive is renowned for its seasonal sightings of hammerhead sharks, particularly during the winter months. This dive site offers an opportunity to experience diverse marine life in the waters surrounding Mokuhoʻoniki, a small island off the coast of Molokai.

Divers can expect to explore underwater seascapes featuring coral reefs and rocky formations. The dive typically involves descending to depths where hammerheads are often spotted, along with other pelagic species. The site may also feature schools of fish and vibrant marine ecosystems.

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