Very easy shore dive, local PADI instructors take students here for their open water cert dives. Lots of turtles, fishes... also neat swim-throughs in the reef. Nothing too nasty, maybe the occasional reef shark, though I've never seen one here. A great O'ahu dive. But it's crowded on the summer weekends... though Three Tables (another dive site) is right next door, so there's plenty of space in the water, even if parking is bad.

Shark's Cove at Kalalua Point is another must-dive site for Oahu. The entry is easy, and it's just a short kick to get outside the reef.  Kids and snorkelers will find the cove perfect for their activities. Rocky coastal area & tidal pools teeming with small fish for snorkeling, plus showers & restrooms. Off Kamehameha Highway on the North Shore in the Waimea area.

Why is it called Shark's Cove? Because the outline of the reef from above looks like a shark.

Shark's Cove is also known as Pupukea

Shark's Cove

All around good location depending on wave action. Being a 'Refuge' you will see fish up close and looking to be fed. Use 'Fish Food' only Please!!

#2 - Shark's Cove

Lana'i Lookout is not for the faint of heart.  It is for 'extreme divers' only.   Fortunately, not too many novices find their way to this extremely challenging spot.  You will make your entry by giant stride to the left of the lookout, and exit to a small rocky patch to the right.   Again, an experienced guide is a must!   Ask your local dive shop to talk you out of it, and if they can't, ask them to guide you through it.  The sights are well worth it.  For further discussion on diving this coast, see the Halona Blow Hole description.

Lana'i Lookout, on the South Eastern shore,  is at the only parking lot South of the Halona Blow Hole and North of Hanauma Bay.

Lana'i Lookout (Scenic Lookout)

Not a location for the faint of heart. Conditions subject to wind, 25+ lots of white caps. Exit can be tricky unless escorted. Use tank air in channel. Cave if you have the right equipment. Plan! Plan! Plan! Know emergency exits and plans 'before' entering the water.

Juan from Kapolei's Dive Log

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