

Best for beginner divers, 2-9m, shore entry, mild current.
Olowalu is a reef site known as the Mother Reef, featuring some of the oldest and largest coral systems in Hawaii. Located 50 metres from the shore, the site offers a shallow sandy channel for easy entry. Divers and snorkellers can expect depths ranging from 2 to 9 metres, with an average depth of 6 metres. Conditions are generally mild with visibility between 15 and 36 metres. The site is suitable for beginners, with typical dives lasting 50 minutes. Hazards include surf, sharp coral, sea urchins, sharks, and the potential for low visibility. Water temperatures remain consistent throughout the year, ranging from 25 to 27 degrees Celsius.
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Olowalu is protected from trade winds, making it a good choice for windy afternoons.
Located about 4 miles south of Lahaina just off the Honoapiilani Highway.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 9m
Visibility
15-36m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
25-27°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Year-round
Yes, Olowalu is suitable for beginner divers and snorkellers, with a shallow average depth of 6 metres and mild currents.
The depth at this site ranges from 2 to 9 metres, with an average depth of 6 metres.
Olowalu is a shore entry site located 50 metres from the coast.
Yes, Olowalu is well-suited for snorkelling and holds a rating of 4 out of 5 for the activity.
Divers should be aware of surf, sharp coral, sea urchins, sharks, and the possibility of low visibility.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Olowalu in Lahaina. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 27°C.
The best months to visit Olowalu in Lahaina 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.
Olowalu in Lahaina typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Olowalu in Lahaina typically ranges from 15 metres to 36 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.