Diving on Oahu
Below are a few of the many dives sights we
visit.
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Koko Craters -- These ledges of these volcanic
craters are home to several species of tropical fish, eels, and
octopus. There is also almost always a photographic opportunity
with the endangered Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle . 40 feet. |
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Sea Cave -- This is a double layer cave. As you approach
you see a large cave above the water. 40 feet below lies a connecting
cave. Here you can see many different nudibranchs and possibly
a resident white-tip reef shark. After exiting the cave you will
drift along a beautiful wall. In one direction there are many rare beautiful
fish. In the other direction you will see large coral gardens. Weather
conditional.
Mini Barge -- This small barge was sunk in the right spot for
a dive. Just below the barge is a cave. LARGE Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles
can be seen resting at the mouth of the cave. If conditions are right
you may get a chance to visit a large undercut where a few white-tip
reef sharks are known to sleep . 65-85 feet
Palea Point -- Due to ocean conditions this sight is a rarity.
When you can dive here you can see schooling surgeonfish, lush coral gardens,
and an eyeful of fish. This is considered one of the best dive sites on
the island of Oahu. Average 60 feet
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The Corsair -- In 1946 this WW2 fighter plane
run out fuel on a training mission and was ditched into the ocean.
The only regularly visited wreck on Oahu that was not intentionally
sunk, this plane sits in 107 feet of water and is home to
the majestic Hawaiian Garden Eels. |
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YO-257 and San Pedro --These two ships were
sunk by the Atlantis Submarine Artificial Reef Program right next
to each other. They quickly became infested with sea life
and a gorgeous dive sight. If the current and visibility aren't
bad you can visit two wrecks on one dive. Also, you may see Atlantis
Submarine cruising by. 105 feet. |
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Mahi Shipwreck---This wreck was intentionally
sunk and has become the home of squadrons of spotted eagle rays
and incredible numbers of large puffer fish. Depth: 50-90 feet.
Black Rock -- This exhilirating deep dive is situated off of a large obsidian rock. The top of the rock, 65 feet, offers divers a view of a myriad of butterflyfish, surgeonfish and angelfish. Descending down to 85 feet a cavern entrance awaits. Inside it is possible to sight some of the white-tip sharks who live in the vicinity. An exciting and exhilirating dive.

Makaha Caverns---These old lava tubes make for beautiful pictures
and exciting swim throughs. The reef here has beautiful fish and turtles.
Depth: 15-50 feet
Stars--- At this incredible site you will swim through the remains
of a large old lava tube that has taken on the look of lacework as you
look up. Absolutely stunning. Depth: 50 feet
Airplane Canyon---Here you will find the remains of an old twin
engine airplane in a semi-circular depression. Large numbers of fish can
be found here. A white-tip reef shark is also known to spend some time
here! Depth: 90 feet
Sharks Cove---Here is the summer beach
dive spot of the champion, lava flow created many caves, be careful of
them.
Haleiwa Trench---Sheer drop off, visibility is not grate but
lot of turtles and more.
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