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Scuba diving in Hawaii can be an exciting,
wonderful experience. In Maui County, which includes the Islands of Maui,
Lanai, and Molokai, the diving is plentiful with a lot of variety. Just like anywhere else the local conditions will
vary. Generally there is better visibility on boat dives rather than shore
dives. However, with shore dives there is more variety. Most (but not all)
of the dive boats go to specific areas, sort of a "known
quantity" for diving. Some of the smaller operations will try to make
the experience more memorable, often by being more flexible as to where to
dive.
It
is always prudent to check the weather and conditions before you dive.
Below are a few locations that will provide that information.
Boat Diving Visitors
to Hawaii usually opt for a boat dive when they get here, it is easy,
other people carry your gear, there's no sand to get into your ear, and
the water is almost always clear. There are several dive businesses in
Hawaii that will not only rent you equipment, but will also take you out
to the hard-to-get-to sites.
Shore Diving There
is a lot of accessible shoreline in Hawaii, and some really great diving
close to many of the resort areas. These areas vary in accessibility and
experience levels, you should always consult with the local dive shop
owners as to the current conditions at particular sites, they will be
aware of last minute changes in weather and water conditions.
Weather & Seasons Generally
the weather is good for diving all year. The hurricane season extends from
about June to November. The water temperature in Hawaii can get as high as
82 degrees in the Summer and as low as 72 degrees in the Winter (wear a
wetsuit for that long dive). The humpback whale season is from late
November to April.
Decompression Room There
is no hyperbaric chamber on the outer islands, if needed you have to be
treated for DCS on Oahu.
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information on diving and snorkeling in
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