Prince Kuhio is a small park, but 'big' diving awaits you!. The entry is a little rocky, but easy, and you may find a turtle or two in the shallow protected area. Shallow beginning through advanced snorkeling. A little shallow for scuba. Rocky entry, but very protected bay. Turtles are the highlight. 3-21 feet. Directly across from the Prince Kuhio Park.

Directions: From Lihu'i heading West on Highway 50, turn left on Highway 520 (Maluhia Road) at mile mark 6.8. After about 3 miles, you'll hit a T in the road at Koloa. Jog right and then an immediate left onto Po'ipu Road, and head South to Po'ipu. At about mile 4.8, take the RIGHT fork and head West. After about a quarter of a mile, you will arrive!

Prince Kuhio Park

A good warm up dive.  Two shore dives at this site.  One a nite dive. Lots of turtles and few fish.  The turtles really are a kick.  Fun to watch and curious.

#2 - Prince Kuhio Park

The Salt Pond is a beautiful area with restrooms, water, and showers. It is perfect for getting your feet wet with snorkeling or shorediving for the first time!  Take a picnic lunch and enjoy the beach between dives.

Follow Highway 50  West to  mile 17 (In Hanapepe), and make a left on Highway 543.  Follow the signs to Salt Pond Beach Park.

Salt Pond

Visibility not that good, 20 feet max.  Explored out to breakers, 1/4 mile and nothing over 20 feet deep.  Disappointing.

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