Hawaii
Hawaii is actually made up of hundreds of small islands, in addition to the larger islands more commonly known. It is thousands of miles from any other large land mass, and offers very unique diving experiences. Many native plants and animals can be seen on dives in Hawaii, not found anywhere else in the world.
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Depths range from the shore to about 60 feet in most spots. Visibility often stretches to 150 feet.
Molokini is a state seabird sanctuary, and more than 250 species of marine animals live here. Octopus, moray eels, and reef sharks all live among the reef.
At the edges of the colorful reef, divers can check out amazing drop offs. Molokini is only accessible by boat, but many dive companies offer trips here.
The Bay has calm, clear water, with visibility about 100 feet. It sits at the edge of a 100-foot lava cliff. Depths range anywhere from 5 to 120 feet, depending on the area of the mile-long bay.
Historically, Kealakekua Bay is where the first British explorer, Captain James Cook, landed in the Hawaiian Islands.
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The bay is known for its abundance of sea turtles, as well as its approximately 400 species of fish living there. Parrotfish are a common sight.
About 3,000 people visit Hanauma Bay daily, and it can become crowded later in the day. There is a small fee both to park and to enter the bay.
Sea turtles, tuna, and exotic fish all live along Ke’e Beach.
Advanced divers may want to venture beyond the reef into deeper waters. Beware, the tides can pull strongly here, particularly in the stormier winter months.
In the lagoon, the water is clear and shallow.
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