Straddling the border between Canada and the US, the five Great Lakes make up the largest expanse of fresh water on Earth. Conditions in the lakes can be demanding, but the reward is access to some of the best-preserved wrecks in the diving world. freshwater oasis The pine-flanked shores of Lake Michigan, where nine preserves protect sensitive underwater resources.

World-class wrecks
The Great Lakes cover an area of 95,000 sq miles (246,000 sq km), and offer a range of diving experiences and conditions. Many of the more densely populated regions around the lakes have always been significant industrial zones and have suffered through pollution and over exploitation. The water is cold, and visibility can be limited, although in the lower lakes it has improved through the accidental (and in all other respects unwanted) introduction of the zebra mussel—a voracious filter-feeder that has cleaned the lakes of algae. There are many wrecks on the various lake beds. The very low temperatures and the lack of salt in the water have kept metal hulls relatively free of rust, while wooden vessels and even rope can be found in a remarkably good state of preservation.

Preserving the past
In the early days of diving the lakes, numerous artifacts were plundered from otherwise pristine wreck sites. This malpractice was quickly stamped out through the establishment of a number of preserves. Lake Michigan alone has nine such special areas, covering 1,900 sq miles (4,920 sq km). Notable wrecks throughout the lakes include the Arabia, a sailing vessel sunk in 1884 and still perfectly intact; the Bermuda, sunk in 1870; and the more contemporary Mesquite, sunk in 1989. For more detailed information about this shipwrecks please visit http://www.wisconsinshipwrecks.org/explore_map.cfm

Essential information
Water Temperature: 32–64°F (0–18°C)
Ecosystem: Temperate
When to visit: Year-round, but northern dives may be under ice in winter.
Must be seen: Sea caves along Lake Superior coast; the Arabia and other
well-preserved wrecks.
To keep your Great Lakes shipwreck diving safe and enjoyable, please consider the following:

• Lakes Superior and Michigan are famous for violent weather. Monitor weather conditions and marine weather forecasts.
• Water temperatures vary with the season. Surface temperatures can reach 65°F in summer, but divers will find underwater temperatures in the 40s and 50s. Drysuits are recommended, but they require additional training.
• Visibility normally ranges from 10 to 80 feet, but can be reduced to zero under certain weather conditions. Murky runoff after storms can cloud visibility near mainland sites.
• Diving parties should know CPR and emergency procedures. Carry an adequate first-aid kit, including an oxygen delivery system.
• For diving emergencies, call local emergency medical services first. Then call the Diver’s Alert Network (DAN) at 1-919-684-8111.
• Rangers (at Apostle Islands National Lakeshore) and the U.S. Coast Guard monitor marine channel 16.
• All boaters should use up-to-date NOAA charts for navigational purposes.

CAUTION: Diving can be a hazardous sport, and participants dive at their own risk. The Wisconsin Historical Society and UW Sea Grant accept no responsibility for loss of any kind, including personal injury or property damage. This information is provided for the exclusive use of certified recreational scuba divers or persons under the supervision of a certified dive instructor. Misuse of this information could result in injury or death. Always follow safe diving procedures: Monitor changing site conditions and weather; use a “diver down” flag; do not dive alone. Wisconsin law prohibits unauthorized disturbance or removal of artifacts, structure, cargo and human remains. Please keep these sites intact for other divers to explore.

Perhaps no other shipwreck on Earth has the poignancy of the Rainbow Warrior. Sunk in an act of international espionage that shocked the world, it now lies off the Cavalli Islands, in one of the most beautiful regions of New Zealand.

The conservation vessel Rainbow Warrior was moored in Auckland harbor on the night of July 10, 1985. Shortly before midnight, two explosions ripped through it, killing the vessel’s photographer, Fernando Pereiro. This senseless act of terrorism was traced to the French Secret Service, leading to international condemnation and lengthy jail sentences for the two agents who planted the explosives.

The Rainbow Warrior wreck remained in Auckland for many months, before being refloated and towed farther north to the Cavalli Islands, a beautiful marine sanctuary granted sacred status in Maori law. Here it was sunk as an artificial reef, and has become a popular dive site. The Rainbow Warrior is a small vessel, and so can easily be covered in a single dive. It sits almost upright on the bottom, and its superstructure rises to within 50 ft (15 m) of the surface, with the seabed below at 85 ft (26 m). Its bow section is still largely intact, creating the illusion that it is sailing across the white sands of the seafloor beneath its hull.

The Rainbow Warrior’s hull is covered in a multicolored carpet of jewel anemones, and the vibrancy of color on display here is remarkable. Its superstructure is now a home for scorpionfish, blue cod, and shoals of

golden snapper, plus kingfish, and the distinctively shaped John Dory. It seems fitting that this former conservation vessel now serves as a home for so many fascinating marine species.

Scuba diving conditions

Water Temperature   –   57–75°F (14–24°C)

Ecosystem   -   Temperate

When to visit   -   Year-round, but September to April is best.

Expected to be seen   –   Scorpionfish; the prow; the Rainbow Warrior Memorial; the ship’s propeller and stern.

When you are looking into a scuba diving adventure in Greece some of your options are limited. This does not diminish the quality of your experience but you should be aware that there are many restrictions in the area. This however is quite a good thing as it keeps the divers separate from the other activities and helps nature to thrive. There are also quite a few protective laws that have been put into place in order to salvage some underwater wrecks and sculptures. While this can of course be frustrating for diving enthusiasts it should not persuade you to forego your diving adventure to the area as there is still plenty to see. In fact in recent years a lot of previously restricted areas have opened up and scuba diving as a whole has become quite popular in Greece.

Your safest bet to make the most out of your experience is to sign with a local company that offers a dive tour. While this may restrict you at some points it will ensure that you find and locate the best spots in the shortest amount of time. If you sign up with a large group or pay a little extra you may even be allowed to make your own itinerary.

A pricey option but a worthwhile one is ANDI Greece. They offer a deep sea diving trip through the shipwreck of the Titanic’s sister, the Brittanic. If you have ever had any interest in shipwrecks then this is definitely the tour you need to embark on.

Whether you are looking for crystal clear water, ancient ruins, salvaged sculptures or old time shipwrecks then you definitely want to look into a scuba diving trip through Greece. You can research and ask around for the major and popular sites, but let’s be honest what is the fun in that? Greece offers uniqueness unlike any other diving destination. It is suggested that you create your own plan and your own itinerary; you never know when you may discover some ancient shipwreck or treasure that has been left untouched for centuries. Greece is yours to discover and the best way is via the crystal clear waters.

Exploring wrecks is—for many people—the main reason of scuba diving. This activity is particularly popular in countries without coral reefs to dive on. However, it also has a general appeal, because wrecks give a historical context for a dive and demand mastery of special skills.

Wreck diving is not just about ships; crashed aircraft and military vehicles carried by sunken vessels provide equally enthralling alternatives.

Diving on wrecks

Sunken ships have an obvious attraction as sites of archaeological and historical interest. A wreck is a time capsule from a given period, and the waters around most countries contain
thousands of them. Although most known wrecks are metal-hulled vessels, unusual conditions
will sometimes preserve wooden-hulled ships dating back hundreds of years. These provide an
excellent opportunity to examine past shipbuilding techniques, and sometimes hold interesting and unusual artifacts. To explore significant wrecks, you should be properly trained and, preferably, work within an archaeological organization. Information on recent wrecks, such
as warships sunk during the two world wars, is usually readily accessible. It is often possible to research the specifications and history of the vessel, along with details of its crew and mission. Historical records may give details of the events surrounding the sinking of the ship. Wrecks also make for good diving because they act as artificial reefs, attracting all sorts of marine life. Over time, the structure becomes encrusted with marine growth, especially filterfeeders, if it lies in a tidal stream. Fish exploit the safety and shelter that wrecks offer: smaller fish tend to shoal around wrecks; larger fish, such as moray or conger eels, can hide safely in nooks and crannies; and predators, such as sharks,  may be found in the wreck’s surroundings, because they feed off the smaller fish.

Preparation and skills

Wreck diving can be a fascinating activity, but it is not without risks. Under no circumstances go inside a wreck if you lack appropriate training and equipment; the danger of entrapment is very real, and specialist knowledge and skills are required to enter wrecks safely. Exploring the outside of wrecks is safer, but always treat such sites with respect.

diving in confined spaces
Wreck penetration often involves exploring in dark, confined spaces. It is not recommended for those with claustrophobic tendencies.

Finning technique

Wrecks often contain a lot of static silt and mud, which is easily disturbed by changes in water currents caused by divers finning overhead. Good visibility can suddenly and dramatically change to almost zero, so using a frog kick, which generates relatively little turbulence, is recommended to minimize disruption of the silt. The best time for wreck diving is at slack water, but a small current can help sweep away any disturbed silt.

Using guidelines

When you arrive at the dive site, ensure that your boat cover is moored to the wreck’s marker buoy. If it doesn’t have one, an experienced diver needs to swim down and attach a guideline directly to the wreck, to act as a guide for other divers to follow. If you intend to return to the surface via the same guideline, it can be useful to use a distance line to help you find your way back to the bottom of the guideline, especially in poor visibility. If you plan to ascend from another part of the wreck, deploy an inflatable marker buoy

Penetrating wrecks

When wreck diving, you should carry backups of certain pieces of gear, such as your reel and your flashlight, as well as an independent air source, such as a pony bottle (see p.68), in case
of emergencies. You must also ensure that you follow the “Rule of Thirds” with your air consumption—a third of your air is used to get to the site and explore, a third to return to the point of entry, and a third is left in reserve as a contingency. Allow extra time at the end of the dive to find the guideline, and do not take any unnecessary risks with your dive time, depth, or penetration.

the golden rule
Never remove items from a wreck. As with any artifact, marine finds are more useful to archaeologists when examined in situ, and their context provides more information about the wreck than if they are handed in without details of where they were located. Worse still is if they are lost forever in a diver’s personal artifact collection.

Exploration tips

It is a good idea to investigate the area around a wreck, since artifacts may have spread over time and pieces of wreckage may have been knocked off that might be of interest, but take great care.
Always be aware that the structure (both inside and outside a wreck) may be much degraded and potentially dangerous. Wear protective gloves, even in warm waters, as corroded metal can be sharp. Wrecks are often heavily fished, so carry a knife in case you become entangled in fishing line. You also need a powerful flashlight (and a backup) to illuminate your way in poor visibility, and to signal to your buddy. In some very enclosed wrecks, it is advisable to wear a helmet and head lamp.

Responsibilities when Diving

Wrecks are historical sites, and just as you would not remove artifacts from a historical site on land, such as a castle or monument, you should also respect a wreck and not damage it in any way. Be considerate of the enjoyment of others who may dive the wreck after you. Dive
responsibly and with care, and do not remove anything without being given permission to do so. When you find an artifact, such as a ship’s bell, after a long, hard search, you may feel that you deserve to be able to take it away as a trophy, but all such discoveries should remain where they were found, or be raised by trained archaeologists for preservation in a museum.

Artificial reefs

At some popular dive sites, wrecks have been sunk deliberately to provide a safe, interesting dive at a reasonable depth for recreational divers. Such wrecks quickly become colonized by marine life and provide a fantastic opportunity for diving and marine research. They are generally
a good place to start wreck diving, since the structure will be intact and any hazards will have been removed. At some wreck sites there are special diving trails with underwater display boards to explain the layout. There may also be laminated booklets that you can take with you on the dive, which enable you to read about the most interesting features of the wreck while on site.

diving in confined spaces
Wreck penetration often involves exploring in dark, confined spaces. It is not recommended for those with claustrophobic tendencies.

Virgin wrecks

Every wreck diver’s dream is to find a previously undiscovered wreck—and there are certainly still plenty to be found. Before you embark on such a search, you should familiarize yourself
with the law regarding wrecks, and any wreck you find should be reported to the authorities. Generally speaking, you can dive any wreck around the world apart from those that are designated as historic wrecks and war graves, which are restricted and require special
permission to dive. Locating a virgin wreck can be a difficult, lengthy task, and is likely to
be expensive. But a modern hardboat with an experienced skipper and high-tech equipment such as an echo sounder, 3D imaging of the seabed, and a GPS system, combined with charts and some good background research on your part, could help you hit the jackpot. Many undiscovered wrecks are found in very deep water, so make sure you are fully qualified and appropriately trained before undertaking deep wreck dives.

Finding out more

If your interest in a wreck goes beyond merely diving it and you wish to enhance your dive by finding out more about the wreck’s history, there are a number of available sources of information. Good starting points include books on wrecks in the area that you are diving, and using the Internet to do some background research. There are numerous websites and forums where you can discover more about wrecks, and also make contact with other divers interested in finding new wrecks. Furthermore, local museums may have displays of artifacts recovered from wrecks in the area, and local divers and boat skippers may be able to reveal information about the history of a wreck.

They acknowledged that they stole property from the wrecks of “Don Pedro”, and each received six-month jail term with two years delay and a fine of 4,700 £.

But a divers during six years insisted that they were never near the “Don Pedro” wrecks, because they had permission from the Spanish government to work in neighboring wreck: the Dutch ship “Friesland”.

It is very questionable assertion, since when the divers were arrested, they had bottles and broken Chinese porcelain from «Don Pedro» with them, which they then claimed they have, simply to identify the wreck. And of course, they just went to report on their finding the Spanish authorities.

It is believed that «Don Pedro» sank with a cargo of gold and diamonds, and divers were accused of stealing from wreck, as well as damage to the Spanish cultural heritage.

(By the way, «Don Pedro» is open for divers now, you can dive and see. It lies at a depth of 25-45 meters, not far from the shore, so that it is available. Who is going to Ibiza, ask around.)

Threatened with arrest up to six years and a fine of £40 000, divers today have agreed on a deal offered by prosecutors.

Mr Kubin, one of the convicts explains: “We – now are considered criminals in Spain.

The deal arranged our lawyers. We went, we were charged, we had a translator who explained what was happening, and we agree with the charges involved.

The situation was tense, as we stood there, and they talked about the six months’ imprisonment, and we just were not sure of the outcome of the case, and then in the end they said that the period of delay.

After so many years it’s finally finished.

We are disappointed because this isn’t the outcome we expected, but continue to insist on my innocence would be wrong, and anything else we could do. Our lawyers told us that was too big a risk that we will receive the maximum punishment.

There is no sense of celebration, but there is relief. I am going to sit under the sun, listen to the bells of the cathedral, drink coffee, then beer, then go home and try to continue my life ».

The dive is being conducted in a channel called «La Boca» in Cuba. Duration of immersion is usually 45 minutes. Immersion of group is being started from the platform (number 1 in pic). Further diver diving gradually along the vertical walls of the underwater channel. The group gathering all together at depth of 7 meters, where already can be found wrecks of Spanish vessel «Nuevo Mortera», sunken in 1905 and moreover this wreck is considered the best preserved of all the steel vessel which were sunken at that time. After reaching a depth of 25 meters, instructor distributes the divers along the banks on the right side of the wreck (number 2 in pic). At the same time, diver-supporter and video operator taking already predetermined positions. Participants separated from each other’s position with distance of 6 meters in depth of 26 meters. Typically, as soon as the instructor begins to cut the fish, immediately appear sharks that swim close to the seafloor, though they are keeping a distance from the divers (only at the beginning).

Then the sharks take direction to the instructor. It seems like he is inviting them to have a dinner, moving the bleeding fish which he holds in his hand. It does not take a lot of time, as sharks already know what’s going on.

At some point, one of the shark goes straight to the instructor. Being in motion whole time, it opens powerful jaws and takes the fish directly from the hands of diver, and then either turn toward or continue to float above the diver. The sharks swim slowly all the time and behave “peacefully” in relation to the other sharks. Sometimes the lens of camera attract their attention and they even touch the camera with nose. Sharks usually swim near to the instructor in whose hands there is a fish. At the end of immersion, the sharks continuing to «dance» in the place where they feel the smell of blood. Usually sharks are not willing to follow group. The return of the group occurs in the following order. The instructor ask the participants to return for which they have to pass screw of the sunken ship and start to climb along the left side of it. It provides protection from currents. Immersion ends at the nose of the wreck, after which all of the follow to the point 3 ( on pic ) where they need to stop for at least 3 minutes for decompression. After decompression, everybody rise on a platform with help of stairwell.

In some days, there was the presence of up to 14 sharks. More often 5-8 sharks can be seen during the show. Some of them reach up to 3 meters length.

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR Diving

* strictly keep the position specified by instructor
* Keep your hands crossed or slightly explore the sand
* Keep calm and refrain from unnecessary sudden movements
* Reaching the feeding place, try to maintain buoyancy and keep close to the bottom. So you’ll do not need to use the flippers to keep buoyancy and your actions will not lead to a deterioration in visibility.

GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE SHARKS

Type: Bull Shark or tub head.

Scientific name: Carcharhinus Leucas

Color: The back is gray. Abdomen has white color. Fins gray with a blackish tinge.

Length: Up to 360 centimeters.

Weight: Up to 230 kg.

To protect places of ancient shipwrecks and other cultural resources from flooded looting, Turkey strictly regulated dive sites with wrecks. Turkish laws prohibit the lovers to explore the place of actual shipwrecks in coastal waters of Turkey.  But tourists can have an interesting dive as alternative. It was decided to recreate the exact copy of a merchant ship which sank in about 600 BC. All constructions  are  already  finished and the ship has been flooded about 150 meters from shore at a depth of 15 meters. Bit strange but still cool

Only here during one trip and you can feed sharks and dive in the most beautiful and complex caves in the world ( many of those have not been investigated yet ).

Wrecks and walls for miles down into the crater, and a smooth bottom leaving a hundred meters in black and much more and much more.

I’m going to write this article about most mysterious caves in Bahamas and other diving experiences

Black Hole of Andros

Black Hole of Andros is discovered recently. It’s a system of vertical caves found in the vicinity of the Bahamas in most cases close to the South Andros. This cave got its name from perfectly circular entrance with diameter 300 meters, which is seen in orbital pictures taken from Shuttle.

At a depth of 18 meters underneath the entrance , the cave is blocked with 1 meter violet jelly layer of bacteria , which are heating the temperature of the water near to 40 degrees. Above and underneath this layer the water is crystal clear. Few tens meters and you’ll reach the «false» bottom of the cave, which is an opaque violet-orange jelly surrounding landscapes reminiscent of the fantastic scenery of the film flights to Mars. It is still soft violet stalactites which are moving from touch.

Presumably the real depth of the black hole – 50 to 100 meters, diving conditions are considered to be close to the critical indicators.

Black holes are different from Blue that comes from the surface vertically downwards, associated with the sea only through the faults and fissures in the rock and have no side branches. That is why black holes ecosystems remain unchanged over a long period of time. There is an interesting theory that black holes appeared because of giant meteorites which had fallen on earth from ancient times.

Mystery Cave

Underwater cave system under the island of Exuma has always been considered a place of mystery. Three entrances are discovered , two of which are under the water – Mystery Cave and Angelfish Cave. Both caves are located near to the coast and start in a place known as Hurricane Hole 3. The third entry in cave is on the island, it is called the Bottomley’s Blue Hole and is located directly behind the house of Mr Houlanda who is resident of Stoking Island.

All three inputs are interconnected through a network of tiny channels and giant tunnels, some of which exceed the size of metro’s tunnels. Most of the tunnels and canals located on the axis south-north at a depth of 30-35 meters. This system is unique because it is related with continental regional faults. In areas where shallow tunnels intersect with faults giant failures occurs with depth of 65 meters or even deeper. The Bahamas – the only place in the world there relationship between these two forms of the underwater landscape exists, moreover cave systems of exuma are the most longest ones. The total length of tunnels are more than 3 kilometers, but the study continued, opening up new areas of the underwater maze.

Mystery cave and Angelfish cave are «Sea caves», which means that they are completely filled with salt water and linked to he schedule tidal. During tidal caves are «absorbed» water, during tide – they are empty . The speed of water flow is around 3 knots, depending on the size and location of tunnels.

Flora and fauna of the caves are very specific and sometimes endemic.Walls of caves are completely covered with sponges (30 species, half of which is not found anywhere else), tunicates, anemones, chosen shrimp, lobster and other living creatures.

The caves are located near the capital island of Exuma, Georgetown. In the caves periodically conduct underwater research group of geologists that are on the cards of the new system.

Other caves Exuma

The Nature gave the island Eksuma (Exuma) and associated smaller islands,thirty amazing caves. The deepest of them is Norman’s Pond Cay Cave (depth 94 meters) . It is located just very near to the docks ( 5 min by walk ). This is not only the most profound, but the biggest cave in the district, with numerous lateral branches.

Cave Oven Rock Cave is a large dry-cell with 500 meters of underwater corridors and tunnels. Although the cave is subject schedule ebb and flow but it is almost imperceptible. Studies have shown that in this cave inhabited by greater number of marine organisms than in any other underwater cave of the world!!!

Sugar Bay Blue Hole is a small circular cavern with over 500 meters of tunnels and passages at depths of 35 to 45 meters.

Minor and fractured caves are Devin Boston’s Caves which are located in the tiny picturesque bay, near the town Ruleville. There are currently investigated by 300 meters of tunnels and corridors, numerous side branches.

Entrance to the big island of cavity Kermit’s Cavern is located on land. Water on the surfaceisf red, so that the entrance to the cave is constantly light up with purple light – eyeful.

Another interesting place is sea cave Crab Cay Crevasse, situated above a major fault. Over 1000 meters of tunnels and corridors are located at depths of 35 to 55 meters.

Not far from Georgetown is a ground entrance to Basil Minns Blue Hole – one of the most biologically rich cave of the Bahamas. The length of the corridors studied, the average depth of 53 meters, more than 500 meters. About 300 meters from the entrance was found a vertical tunnel, ending a great domed chamber diameter of 10 meters, set by almost reaches the surface of the island and covered the roots of trees and strange insects. The main corridor of the cave systems decorated with stalactites and stalagmites.

Not far from Georgetown, south from the docks, there is another large fractured cave – Masters Harbour Blue Hole. The main corridor – 700 meters, maximum depth – 70 meters.

* With blue holes associated many myths and legends, the most common and popular of which is that cave inhabited by «Luska», fantastic monster, half-squid, half-shark.
* In the underwater cave systems of the Bahamas found the thermocline, and halocline himocline.
* Caves in the Bahamas are divided into three categories: cenotes , fractured caves and tunnel caves.

What can be expected to be seen? Well – beautiful volcanic landscapes, caves, lava flows, basalt boulders and of course various sea creatures. Very interesting are the so-called volcanic tubes – flowing rivers of lava froze and left behind a long hollow tubes, which over time were covered with hard corals and many of them inhabit tropical underwater animals.

Diving in Hawaii is very diverse.

General Conditions

Water temperature: 22 in the period from January to February, 27 in the period from August to September
Equipment: It is recommended 5mm suit
Visibility: 20-40 meters
Diving Attractions: Coral reefs, steep walls, lava flows and caves sharks, skates, turtles, octopuses, crabs, eels and other coral fishes and plants.
The season for diving: summer in Hawaii is considered the best season, but in fact Hawaii is a resort with year-round season for rest and travel.
The winter period can be sea waves and some other difficulties for diving.

Ok now let me proceed to the best sites for scuba divers in Hawaii, Oahu

Tunnels Reef
Location: Ke’e Beach, the island of Kauai. Hawaii
Diving Site’s Depth: 15 m.
Visibility: 20 meters

Island Kauai is known as “The Garden island “. This is the oldest of the 7 main volcanic islands in Hawaii. Kauai is a sanctuary island where exotic vegetation is beautiful with fabulous coastal scenery. Incidentally this is where was captured the majority of personnel for the film «Jurassic Park» ( and not only ) .
Tunnels Reef – located north, near to rocky towers which is emerging from the water up to 70 meters. Dives take place in the labyrinth of volcanic tunnels, sometimes in night ( read more about Night Diving )  .Sharks, eels, during night you can see  Spanish dancer, green sea turtles.

Island of Oahu
Oahu is a paradise island for surfers. Surfing-season – winter (October – March). In the southern part of the island located the famous Pearl Harbor. Incidentally southern part of the island is less picturesque than the rest of the island of Oahu. There are many diving centers in Oahu , so learning to dive here is not a concern at all.

Water temperature: 22 – January – February, 27 + – August – September
Equipment: 5 mm suit
Visibility: 20-40 meters
Attractions: Great place for wreck diving, big diversity of wildlife included Sharks , green turtles , octopuses and ect
Certification Level: OWD +

Diving sites in Oahu which might be seen

Aeroplane
Location: Poka’i Bay, West Oahu, 1,5 km from the harbor
Characteristics of diving – Site: sunken object (Wreck) bomber
Depth: 29 meters
Visibility: 30 meters

A small passenger plane crashed in 1986. Heavily damaged plane lies upside down at the foot of the rock at a depth of 30 meters near the reef. To place of immersion you’ll need to reach with boat.

MV Mahi
Location: next to the port for small ships in the West Oahu
Description: The wreck
Depth: 28 meters
Visibility: 30 meters

This is the most famous dive site in Hawaii. 60-meter vessel which was sank in 1986.It Is in vertical position. Over years it was covered with corals. There is a possibility to swim into the vessel. Among the wreckage there is a lot of fish habitat.

Baboons Nose
Location: eastern part of Oahu
Description: Reef / drift
Depth: 19 meters
Visibility: 20 meters
Some reef fishes but not many . In general i would rate this place as three stars ( from five ). Advertisement looks much better

Makaha Caverns
Location: Located in a place called Kepuhi, in the western part of Oahu
Dive Site Description: Reef
Depth: 14 meters (46 feet)
Visibility: 40 meters (140 feet)

Caves Makaha – two underwater pipes formed by lava. Inside, the cave is quite spacious and are easily passed. Near a small reef, where live turtles and reef sharks.

Paliea Point
Location: East side of the island of Oahu
Description: Reef / Rock
Depth: 22 meters
Visibility: 20 meters
A distinctive feature of the place is a strong wind.
Ridge with beautiful coral formations and under the bend this formations gradually disappearing down. Clefts in the reef are inhabited by a number of interesting marine animals.

The Sea Cave
Location: next to a place called Paliea, that in the east of the Oahu
Characteristics of a dive site: cave / reef
Depth: 22 meters
Visibility: 40 meters

Sea Cave – one of the best dive sites in Hawaii.
It’s easy to enter this cave. Inside you can see a lot of interesting marine animals – sea turtles, sharks, various tropical fish, lobster, etc.
There is a small Coral wall covered with corals.
By the way giant whale sharks have been noticed in here occasionally.

Koko Craters
Depth: 10-13 meters
The underwater landscape formed by frozen lava.
Hawaiian green sea turtles. Apart from the turtles there are many types of eel.

Corsair Plane Wreck
Depth: 30 – 32 meters
Characteristics: Wreck Diving

Description: sunken U.S. military aircraft during the Second World War
Le Corsaire sank during a training flight in 1946. The pilot didn’t die and even more, he is still alive. The plane fell into the water but he managed to escape and  reach the shore.
It lies upright on a sandy bottom and severely damaged.

Baby Barge
Depth: 15 – 22 meters
Characteristics: Wreck Diving, Cave Diving
Description: sunken barge / several caves
A small sunken barge is one of the attractions of this dive site. Nearby there are several caves in which sharks and octopuses are found quite often. Barge lying vertically and does not corrupted.

Fantasy Reef
Description: The Reef, small cave, night dive.
Depth: 12 – 20 meters
This place is interesting both for usual and night diving.
Sightseeing: Hawaiian green turtles, small reef sharks, small cave.

Oahu Dive Centers

Island Divers Hawaii – We dive on all sides of Oahu offering our clients the best selection of dive sites. We tailor our scuba diving to your requests with safe, professional, friendly enthusiastic divemasters and instructors.

Waikiki Diving Center – Waikiki Diving has been in operation here on Oahu since 1979. We are PADI and NAUI certified. Let our professional and friendly staff guide your next Hawaii scuba diving adventure.

Honolulu Scuba Company – Join us for some of the best scuba diving the Hawaiian Islands has to offer. We specialize in small-personalized tours for first time divers, certified divers and advanced divers. Transportation to and from your hotel provided. Non-Divers Welcome.

Oahudiving.Com – Let Oahudiving.Com take you on an adventure of a lifetime. We dive daily to all points of Oahu making us Oahu’s truly only island-wide dive operator/dive certification company. We specialize in diving adventures (boat, wreck, shore and night dives) on the island of Oahu.

Aarons Dive Shop – Aaron’s Dive Shop is a full service PADI 5 Star IDC Center and has in business for over 32 years offering charters, sales, service, repairs, rentals, air fills, and classes from the beginning level all the way through instructor level.

Surf-n-Sea North Shore – We specialize in small group tours catering to the specific needs of our customers, from first time divers to seasoned veteran divers to.

Dive Oahu – Ship wreck dives in Waikiki & World War II Corsair plane dives in Hawaii Kai. With 18 years experience they have a special talent for making beginners feel comfortable scuba diving and experienced scuba divers will be overwhelmed with 100 ft ship wreck dives.

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