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    Fantasy Reef dive site
    reef
    5-20m
    Hawaii, United States
    Hanauma Bay Marine Life Conservation District

    Fantasy Reef

    Best months: Jul–Sep

    Protected Area

    Hanauma Bay Marine Life Conservation District

    Why dive here

    Fantasy Reef is a reef dive where divers can encounter blue sharks, sea turtles and sperm whales. Water ranges 25-28°C, warmest August, September, October.

    Best timeJul–Sep
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeBlue Sharks, Sea Turtles and Sperm Whales
    Water25-28°C · warmest August, September, October
    CharacterReef dive · max 5-20m

    Fantasy Reef, located off the coast of Hawaii, offers a straightforward dive over a coral reef. You’ll find a mix of hard and soft corals, providing shelter for the usual suspects: butterflyfish, surgeonfish, and small wrasses. It’s a good option for divers looking for a relaxed, easygoing dive without strong currents. We'd suggest it for an afternoon boat dive when you're after something chill.

    Typical Fantasy Reef Dive Profile

    5mSafety Stop0m5m max~60 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Today05:2617:1211h 46m daylightGolden hour 16:42

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Fantasy Reef

    Fantasy Reef Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Fantasy Reef, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (20.73, -156.95) (9km away)

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    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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