

Best for beginner divers, 6-24m, boat entry, mild current.
Manta Heaven in Kona is a versatile site featuring reef, artificial reef, and muck topography. Located 1000 metres from shore, this site requires boat access and is suitable for beginners. Divers can explore depths ranging from 6 to 24 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres. Conditions include mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. The site is well-suited for night diving, where artificial lights attract plankton. Hazards to be aware of include boat traffic, entanglement, jellyfish, sea urchins, sharks, sharp coral, strong currents, surf, and surge. Facilities available include air fills, equipment rental, guided tours, and boat charters.
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Bring booties and a hood to help stay warm during the night dive as you are not actively swimming.
Check in at the pavilion by the boats at 74-380 Kealakehe Pkwy, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-24m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-27°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Year-round
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
The site ranges from 6 to 24 metres in depth, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 1000 metres from the shore.
Water temperatures range from 24C to 27C throughout the year.
Divers should be aware of boat traffic, entanglement, jellyfish, sea urchins, sharks, sharp coral, strong currents, surf, and surge.
Diving at Manta Heaven in Kailua-Kona requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Manta Heaven in Kailua-Kona. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Manta Heaven in Kailua-Kona. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 27°C.
The best months to visit Manta Heaven in Kailua-Kona are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.