Scuba Diving in Hawaii

Scuba Diving in Hawaii is everybody’s dream. The water is clear, warm and the seabed reveals some of the most fascinating sights of nature’s mysterious undersea world. As you glide noiselessly through the water you see brightly colored fish like jewels scudding through the water. Clusters of coral form banks of pastel colors with exciting nooks and crannies to explore.

All 8 of Hawaii’s islands have their own special spots for scuba diving with water so clear that your visibility often exceeds100 feet. On land there are stores where you can get all your scuba equipment, scuba lessons and of course all types of scuba souvenirs of your wonderful trip.

You have a choice of 5 types of underwater habitats. Each one with its own beauty and allure:

1. Coral reefs
2. Lava tubes
3. Caves and caverns
4. Drop-offs
5. Sandy bottoms and basalt boulders

Hawaii Islands Scuba Diving

The best way to enjoy your scuba diving experience in Hawaii is boat diving. Each island offers its own special spots:

Kauai offers tunnels, cannons and caverns on its shores. Nihau is especially popular for scuba diving. Here you can see dolphins, seals and a wide array of sea birds as well as the mysterious beauty of the underwater world. The popular spots are on the north and south sides of the island.

 The Big Island Hawaii offers good scuba diving spots on its leeward coastline. Kona and Kohala are the most popular spots. They have many popular places that range from advanced to basic levels of skill. The depths will range from 10 –130 feet.

Maui, Lana'i, Moloka'i and Molokini Crater islands all offer many popular spots. Most of these are on the western coast. They feature spectacular black corals and many brightly colored species of fish.

Lana'I: these spots are Located on Lana'I south coast. It   has 6 popular ones. They are all boat dives and are around Mokuho'oniki rock. 

More popular scuba dive spots can be found at Waimea Bay, the Waimae coastline and Maunalua in Oahu Island. They have varying degrees of skills ranging from basic to advance. The depths again range from 10-130 feet.

With all these great Scuba Diving spots to choose from why not make your next vacation a fun and exciting one? You can do this by visiting Hawaii and enjoying the wonderful undersea world of the South Seas. You can not only enjoy a new sport but also meet some of the friendliest people in the world.