Kehena Suggest edit

United States Suggest · Big Island, Hawaii Suggest

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

10.0–25.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

45 minAvg dive time

May to SeptemberBest months

24.0–27.0 °CWater (summer)

22.0–25.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Kehena is a scenic dive site located on the Big Island of Hawaii, known for its unique black sand beach and vibrant marine life. The site offers a mix of shallow and deeper areas, making it suitable for various levels of divers.

Diving at Kehena typically involves exploring rocky reefs and sandy bottoms, where divers can encounter a variety of tropical fish, sea turtles, and possibly manta rays. The underwater landscape is characterized by lava formations and coral gardens.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–25.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 24.0–27.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 22.0–25.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Shore Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand rock coral Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Wide-angle for reefs, macro for small creatures

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