Dive Locations

Firehouse: Receiving its name because it sits behind a firehouse this dive location is something special. The dive is among large lava tubes (don't worry they are not active) that form a sort of underwater cathedral. This site is located in a marine sanctuary so there is plenty of sea life to experience. Make this a must see on your to do list.
Hale'iwa Trench: The Hale'iwa trench is about 100 yards wide and 100 feet deep. The seaward side has a lot of reef fish, coral, and many nooks and crannies for eels and lobsters to hide. There is also a coral pinnacle that is home to several sea turtles. This is a deep dive with lots of opportunity to see lots of marine life.
Sharks Cove: Don't let the name fool you there aren't any sharks in the protected area of the cove, but you might see some outside of it (if you are lucky or unlucky, depends on you). Outside the cove you will find caves, large rock formations, and sea life. This is where most of the diving takes place and the cove often has lots of snorklers. Definitely a beautiful dive if you know where to go.
Three Tables: The name comes from three large flat rocks that rise from the water perpendicular with the shore. There is an amazing swim through cave, as well as, some trenchs, lava tubes, and some reef plateaus. Sea life seen at this location includes: eagle rays, sea turtles, eels, octopus, and white tip reef sharks. Truly a fascinating dive!
Waimea Wall: The Wall is located on the right side of Waimea Bay, a very popular North Shore beach. Like many of the North Shore dive sites, there are many lava tubes, crevices, caves, and overhangs to explore. Sea life seen at this location includes: sea turtles, various reef fish, lobsters, and large parrot fish. The downside to this location is that the parking lot fills up fast, so diving early is typically best.

Fan Favorite Dive Spots

Point Panic (South Shore)

This can be a great dive for everyone. With tons of sea life to see, this is a great location for both day and night dives. This is a popular location and offers the chance to see cuddlefish, reef sharks, and various types of reef fish. If you are interested in a night dive this might be the one for you.

Sea Tiger (South Shore)

This is a 168ft ship that was sunk in 1999 to nake an artificial reef. The wreck offers swim-throughs in the cargo holds, passageways, and stairwells. Exploring the inner cabins and passageways is restricted by welded bars. Although the wreck is relatively new, it has attracted many different types of sea life including squirrelfish and filefish, along with the occasional reef shark.

Hale'iwa Trench (North Shore)

The Hale'iwa trench is about 100 yards wide and 100 feet deep. The seaward side has a lot of reef fish, coral, and many nooks and crannies for eels and lobsters to hide. There is also a coral pinnacle that is home to several sea turtles. This is a deep dive with lots of opportunity to see lots of marine life.

Makaha Caverns (West Shore)

This dive is only about 45ft deep with most of the dive being at 35ft. The caverns are formed by two open-ended lava tubes. It almost appears as if it were man-made. The site is perfect for a night dive, and home to sea life like: octopus, passing dolphins, white tip reef sharks, and sea turtles.

North Shore - Oahu

Dive Locations