

Best for beginner divers, 5-21m, shore entry, moderate current.
Keawakapu South is a shore dive site located 700 metres from the coast. The site features a combination of natural reef, the St. Anthony wreck, and an artificial reef system known as the Z-blocks. Divers can expect depths ranging from 5 to 21 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Conditions are variable, with visibility typically between 10 and 25 metres and moderate currents. Hazards include boat traffic, rip currents, surf, surge, and sharp coral. Facilities at the entry point include parking, showers, and toilets. The site is suitable for beginners, with typical dives lasting around 45 minutes.
20.69562, -156.44486
Keawakapu is best used as a launch point for scooter and kayak dives to the wreck of the St. Anthony.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
5-21m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
24-26°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
The site ranges from 5 to 21 metres deep, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Yes, the site is classified as suitable for beginner divers.
This is a shore dive located 700 metres from the coast.
Divers should be aware of boat traffic, rip currents, surf, surge, strong currents, and sharp coral.
The site provides parking, showers, and toilets for visitors.
Diving at Keawakapu South in Kihei requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Expect moderate currents at Keawakapu South in Kihei. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Keawakapu South in Kihei typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.