Best for advanced divers, 9-24m, boat entry, moderate current.
Hammerhead Point is a boat-accessible site off the Big Island featuring a combination of reef, wall, and drop-off topography. Suited for advanced divers, the site is characterised by moderate currents that facilitate drift diving. Depths range from 9 to 24 metres with an average of 15 metres and consistent visibility of 30 metres. Divers must maintain high situational awareness due to active boat traffic and the presence of sharks. A surface marker buoy is essential for all ascents to ensure visibility to boat operators. Typical dives last 60 minutes, requiring careful management of energy levels and current direction during the descent.
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Keep a close eye on the current direction before descending, as it can push you toward the wall faster than expected at depth. Confirm your pickup arrangement with the skipper before entry, since boat traffic in the area makes a surface marker buoy essential on every ascent.
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Depth
9-24m
Visibility
30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-26°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
60 min
No nearby dive sites found within 50km.
No, this site is intended for advanced divers who are comfortable managing moderate currents and drift conditions.
The site ranges from 9 to 24 metres in depth, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Hammerhead Point requires a boat for access. Divers must coordinate pickup arrangements with their skipper before entry.
Key hazards include moderate currents, the presence of sharks, and high levels of boat traffic, which necessitates the use of a surface marker buoy.
Diving at Hammerhead Point in Big Island requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Hammerhead Point in Big Island. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 26°C.
Expect moderate currents at Hammerhead Point in Big Island. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Hammerhead Point in Big Island typically ranges from 30 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
