

Best for advanced divers, 32-35m, boat entry, strong current.
The Corsair is an aircraft wreck located off the coast of Oahu, resting at depths between 32 and 35 metres. This site is strictly for advanced divers due to the significant depth and the strong, unpredictable currents that frequently affect the area. Visibility is typically good, ranging from 24 to 30 metres, allowing for clear views of the structure during descent. Access is exclusively by boat, and dives are generally short, averaging 15 minutes, to manage bottom time and gas consumption. Divers must maintain precise buoyancy control and monitor their ascent rates closely, as the depth provides little margin for error.
21.44907, -157.71870
Arrive at the site early in the day when currents tend to be more manageable, and brief with your charter crew on the current direction before entering. Keep a close eye on your bottom time and ascent rate, as the depth leaves little margin for a prolonged safety stop if you push your limits.
Most dive boats depart from the Koko Marina Center in Hawaii Kai, which is a 20-minute drive from Waikiki.
Recorded at this site
Depth
32-35m
Visibility
24-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-26°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
15 min
No, this site is intended for advanced divers only due to the deep-water environment and strong currents.
The wreck lies at a depth of 32 to 35 metres, with an average depth of 34 metres.
The Corsair is located approximately 4828 metres from shore and requires a boat for access.
Divers can expect strong currents and visibility ranging from 24 to 30 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 23C and 26C throughout the year.
Maintain awareness of the depth, monitor current strength, and stay near the boat entry point. Brief with your charter crew regarding current direction before entering the water.
Diving at Corsair in Hawaii Kai requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Corsair in Hawaii Kai. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 26°C.