Hawaii - Big Island, Waikoloa Coast

[javelindan]

Hi, igotoofar. Unfortunately I didn't get to dive as much as I would have liked... family vacation with other activities planned (got to go to the volcanoes!). Additionally, we spent a couple of days in Oahu before spending 5 days on the Big Island... Between family plans, recovery from the initial trip over, and flights on day 3 and 7, my dive opportunities were limited. Next time we go to Hawaii we plan to spend a minimum 10 days and preferably 2 weeks.

Anyway, on our trip I went on two morning dive trips, each 2-tank dives. One dive I've read about and heard about which is supposed to be truly special is the "Manta Night Dive" in the evenings just off of Kona. They have a number of lamps set up in a bay to attract the microscopic animals the Manta Rays feed on... The Mantas oblige by showing up in droves to feed, putting on a show. Here's a link with more info:

Good luck with the trip planning! If I get the chance, we'll head back to the Big Island ASAP! 8)