

Best for intermediate divers, 6-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Hale O Honu is a reef and artificial reef site located in Kauai, United States. Accessible only by boat, the site features depths ranging from 6 to 18 metres with an average of 12 metres. Divers encounter mild currents and visibility between 15 and 50 metres. The site is home to a variety of marine life, including Spanish Dancer, Painted Moray, Leaf Scorpionfish, Chromodoris Nudibranch, Zebra Moray, Yellow-edged Moray, White-spotted Octopus, Snowflake Moray, Hawaiian Convict Surgeonfish, Banded Coral Shrimp, sea slugs, wrasses, pufferfish, and Speckled Butterflyfish. Typical dives last 50 minutes. Hazards include sharp coral and surge. The site is suitable for intermediate divers.
21.89110, -159.61400
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Depth
6-18m
Visibility
15-50m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-27°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Divers can observe species including Spanish Dancer, Painted Moray, Leaf Scorpionfish, Chromodoris Nudibranch, Zebra Moray, Yellow-edged Moray, White-spotted Octopus, Snowflake Moray, Hawaiian Convict Surgeonfish, Banded Coral Shrimp, sea slugs, wrasses, pufferfish, and Speckled Butterflyfish.
The site is rated for intermediate divers.
The depth ranges from 6 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
No, a boat is required to access this dive site.
The site is designated for diving and requires boat access.
Diving at Hale O Honu in Hanapēpē requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Hale O Honu in Hanapēpē. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 27°C.
Hale O Honu in Hanapēpē typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Hale O Honu in Hanapēpē typically ranges from 15 metres to 50 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.