Garden Eel Cove, off Kona’s coast near the airport, is a renowned boat dive famous for its garden eels and vibrant reef life. Perfect for intermediate divers seeking a unique twilight or night dive experience.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Max Depth
100 ft
Type
Shore
Typical Visibility
80 ft
Conditions Summary
Best time today
8AM - 2PM
GOOD
Best day in forecast
Today
GOOD
2026-01-29
Community-reported visibility
n/a
Warnings for today
None
Northwest-facing harbor exposed to north through west swells. Winter swells can make it undiveable. Protected from south and trade wind swells. Calm in summer, rough in winter. Watch for jagged metal from pier wreckage.
