Does Kauai have good diving?

What some may find surprising is that Kauai and its neighboring island of Niihau offer some of the most rugged and unique scuba diving in the island chain. For more relaxing diving, Kauai’s south shores offer diversified sites for all experience levels.

Which Hawaiian island has the best diving?

There is no best Hawaiian island for scuba diving — every island packs its own flavor. The Big Island offers the greatest number of dive sites, as well as sweeping biodiversity on reef dives, from manta rays to nudibranchs. The island of Kauai delivers the biggest numbers of green sea turtles.

Can you swim with sharks in Kauai?

North Shore Divers specialize in Kauai shore dives, turtle dives, shark dives, lava tube dives, night dives and boat dives. Kauai Hawaii’s ocean water is beautiful and full of different things to see.

Where can you free dive in Kauai?

The Best 10 Free Diving in Kauai County, HI

  • Freedive Kauai. 22.2 mi. Free Diving.
  • Spearfish Kauai. 18.8 mi. Fishing, Free Diving.
  • Kapaa Beach Shop. 29.6 mi. 189 reviews.
  • Fathom Five Divers. 20.5 mi.
  • Kauai Down Under. 21.6 mi.
  • Bubbles Below Scuba Charters, Inc. 13.6 mi.
  • Sharp Stone Reef Beach. 12.7 mi.
  • Blue Dolphin Charters. 13.6 mi.

What is Blackwater diving?

The concept behind black-water diving is simple. It’s a night dive in deep open ocean where divers simply hang out under the boat to see what floats by. They attract microscopic zooplankton like moths to a porch light, which in turn draws in miniature open ocean predators like jellyfish and squid.

Are there snakes in Kauai?

Are there dangerous critters on Kauai? There are no snakes in Hawaii. We do however have the mosquito that can be annoying, so use repellent when needed. We do have centipedes, but they are rarely seen.

Can you swim with dolphins in Kauai?

Book a Dolphin Tour As you sail through the waters along the Na Pali Coast, it’s not uncommon for a dolphin (or a whole group!) to swim right alongside your raft. Blue Dolphin Charters Kauai is known for its wide variety of boat tours, and on most of them, you’ll have the chance to spot dolphins.

Can you spearfish in Kauai?

As previously mentioned, Kauai’s abundant reefs provide habitat for a wide variety of marine life. Make sure to hire a spearfishing guide from one of the local dive shops to steer you in the right direction.

Which Hawaiian island has the best scuba diving?

Oahu’s west shore is one of the best scuba diving locations in all of Hawaii. It is home to some of the most diverse and uncrowded dive sites, including caves, reefs and wrecks. Go scuba diving in Maunalua Bay, home to friendly fish, green sea turtles and other marine life.

Is December good time to scuba dive in Hawaii?

Best time to dive in Hawaii Diving is available year round in Hawaii. However, the surface conditions in winter will make some dive sites closed. Peak Season (December – March): December through March is Hawaii’s peak/high season, especially around the Christmas and New Years holidays.

Where is scuba diving in Maui?

In terms of where to go scuba diving on Maui, the leeward coast near Wailea or Kā‘anapali are the most frequented locales. For beach dives, where you set out from shore, Ulua Beach is the most popular spot in the Kīhei/Wailea area, and Kahekili Beach Park and Pu‘u Keka‘a (“Black Rock”) are the best in Kā‘anapali.