Plongée à Lanai — United States

Lanai's famous Cathedrals are lava tube caverns where shafts of sunlight pierce the darkness, creating one of Hawaii's most photographed underwater scenes. The island's protected south shore offers exceptional visibility and encounters with spinner dolphins, monk seals, and Hawaiian green turtles. Luxury pricing to match.

Score
70.3
Visibilité
20–45m
Température
23–27°C
Meilleurs mois
April, May, June
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Lanai
United StatesNorth America
70.3

SCORE

20.8333°N

-156.9211°E

Lanai's famous Cathedrals are lava tube caverns where shafts of sunlight pierce the darkness, creating one of Hawaii's most photographed underwater scenes. The island's protected south shore offers exceptional visibility and encounters with spinner dolphins, monk seals, and Hawaiian green turtles. Luxury pricing to match.

Hawaii's Most Exclusive Diving

Visibility20–45 m
Temperature23–27°C
Max Depth40 m
Currentmoderate
2-Tank Dive$200
Best MonthsApril, May, June, July
CertificationOpen WaterIntermediate

Score Breakdown

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ML75.0CH65.0VIS88.0SV68.0TMP80.0DA68.0OP82.0TS72.0GT48.0VAL40.0CRD85.0SP72.0

Marine Life

75.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
68
Megafauna Encounters
72
Reef Fish Abundance
72
Macro Life
58
Endemic Species
82
Marine Life Diversity
75.0
Coral & Reef Health
65.0
Visibility & Conditions
88.0
Dive Site Variety
68.0
Water Temperature
80.0
Depth & Access
68.0
Operator Quality
82.0
Topside Experience
72.0
Getting There
48.0
Value & Cost
40.0
Crowding
85.0
Social Proof
72.0

Traveling with Non-Divers?

Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.

Activities for Non-Divers

Four Seasons resortShipwreck BeachGarden of the GodsHulopoe Bay snorkeling

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Keahiakawelo (Garden of the Gods)
  • Kaunolu Village archaeological site

Non-Diver Score

7/10

Good topside options for non-diving companions.

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifebasic

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber50 km — Maui Memorial Medical Center Chamber
Nearest Hospital50 km

Ferry or helicopter to Maui for hospital and chamber

Skill LevelIntermediate
Current Strengthmoderate

Top Operators

Trilogy Excursions Lanai

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