Molokini Crater Suggest edit

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IntermediateRecommended cert

40Max dive depth

40.0 mSite max depth

15.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

50 minAvg dive time

May to SeptemberBest months

24.0–27.0 °CWater (summer)

21.0–25.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Molokini Crater is a crescent-shaped volcanic caldera featuring wall dives with depths exceeding 40 meters on the outer slope.

Conditions

Visibility: 15.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 24.0–27.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 21.0–25.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: Yes
Permits are required for commercial operations and some guided dives.
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Bottom types:
sand rock coral Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Best lighting conditions are during mid-morning; bring a wide-angle lens for capturing the reef.

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