MESNA
Protected Area
Nomuka SMA
Why dive here
With 289+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blacktip reef sharks, giant moray eels, humpback whales and whitetip reef sharks - MESNA offers some of Ha'apai Group's richest wreck diving. Water sits around 27°C.
The wreck of the Mesna, a substantial steamship from 1917, now rests on Hakaufisi Reef. We’ve found her a fascinating dive, especially for those who appreciate a wreck with history. At 117 meters long, there’s plenty to explore, from the exposed portions of the hull to the superstructure that’s become a home for all sorts of reef fish. You'll often spot schools of snapper darting in and out of the metalwork, and the coral growth, while not as vibrant as a dedicated reef, adds a unique texture to the ship's skeleton. It's a great choice for divers interested in both maritime history and the resilient marine life that colonises artificial reefs.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for MESNA
MESNA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for MESNA, sourced from NOAA buoy data - nearest station: Open-Meteo grid (-19.81, -174.37) (0km away)
August Averages
Sea Temperature
27.47°C
81°F
Air Temperature
23.32°C
74°F
Wind Speed
9.13 m/s
17.7 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1016.4 hPa
Based on 5 years of monitoring data · Data sources: NOAA NDBC
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