Aquarium - Hawaii
Protected Area
Waialea Bay Marine Life Conservation District
Why dive here
Aquarium - Hawaii is a wreck dive where divers can encounter blue sharks, sea turtles and sperm whales. Water ranges 25-28°C, warmest August, September, October.
Alright, the Aquarium – Hawaii. This place isn't just a catchy name, it really does feel like someone’s emptied a giant fish tank into the ocean. We love the sheer density of fish here, especially the parrotfish, those big green guys, munching away at the coral. It’s a riot of colour and movement. Visibility averages a very comfortable 25 metres, and the maximum depth of 18 metres keeps things nice and easy, making it a stellar spot for new divers or anyone wanting a relaxed, fish-filled cruise. Expect to drift along, often with a gentle push, past swarms of surgeonfish and tangs. Our favourite moments are when a green sea turtle glides by, completely unfazed, or when we spot a tricky-to-find Epaulette Soldierfish tucked into a crevice. Look out for the Belted Wrasse, too, always busy. It's a great spot for an afternoon dive, when the sun angle really brings out the colours of the coral and the fish seem to be at their most active. Just be prepared for other boats, it’s a popular spot for a reason.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
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Dive shops near Aquarium - Hawaii
Blue Wilderness Dive Adventures Corp.
Liquid Cosmos Divers
Kohala Divers, Ltd.
Aquatic Life Divers
Kona Honu Divers
Pacific Rim Divers Limited
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Aquarium - Hawaii
Aquarium - Hawaii Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Aquarium - Hawaii, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (20.73, -156.95) (9km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
27°C
81°F · Range: 26.7–28.4°C
Current Speed
11.31 cm/s
Direction: NW (315°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.035 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
35.58 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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