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Flying Sea Cliffs

Hawaii, United States

AOW suggested15–40 m depthBoat entryRash guard or 2mm shorty typical

Flying Sea Cliffs at a glance

Flying Sea Cliffs is an advanced boat dive site in Hawaii, United States with depths of 15–40 m (49–131 ft). Typically most favorable Oct · from 3 years of archive data. Divers commonly see Sponges, Tube coral / orange cup coral, and Red encrusting sponge. Recent reports put the water around 28°C (82°F). Check the latest conditions and entry details before you go.

Marine model · graded 3h ago

1.2 mwaves — about a meter expected

Tap a factor for its source and model point · Forecast 28°C · seasonal avg 27°C

Site hazards: Back-wall exposure, current, wall depth, surge, ledges/overhangs, boat separation, and rapidly changing wind/sea conditions.

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Dive windows this week

Best: Sat

Thu9:00–12:00

Fri7:00–10:00

Sat8:00–11:00

Sun7:00–19:00

Mon7:00–19:00

Tue7:00–19:00

Wed7:00–19:00

Favorable windowModerate window— no window

First light 5:50 · Sunrise 6:12 · Sunset 18:33

Source: Open-Meteo marine · model point 5.0 km from site · graded 3h ago

Forecast only — always assess conditions on site.

Forecast · NOAA tide model

Tide & slack timing

Recent diver reports

Dated firsthand observations from divers — not current conditions.

No diver reports for this site yet. — one dated observation helps every diver after you.

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What Divers Say

Known for: Sponges, Tube coral / orange cup coral, Red encrusting sponge

Best time: Best on calm early morning back-wall conditions with a boat crew experienced in Molokini current and wind patterns; operators should cancel or reroute when exposed conditions are unsafe.

Based on community reviews and site data. Conditions vary — always verify before diving.

Best months, historically

What conditions have historically been typical at this site, month by month — not a forecast.

Jan53%25°C1.6 m
Feb26%25°C2.0 m
Mar43%25°C1.7 m
Apr37%25°C1.8 m
May29%26°C1.8 m
Jun27%26°C1.8 m
Jul35%26°C1.6 m
Aug35%27°C1.7 m
Sep49%27°C1.5 m
Oct70%27°C1.4 m
Nov48%27°C1.7 m
Dec61%26°C1.6 m

October hastypically had the largest share of favorable days here. Conditions vary year to year — this is historical context, not a forecast.

Based on 3 years of archive data. Bar height shows the share of days each month whose conditions have historically scored favorably.

Marine life seen at this site

Species noted at this site — not a promise of what you’ll encounter.

Species seen here

Fills & rentals nearby

Facts from OpenStreetMap, corrected by the community — listed by distance only. Details change; confirm with the shop.

Boss Frog's12.4 km
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Snorkel Bob's13.8 km
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Boss Frog's14.0 km
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Boss Frog's17.9 km
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Data updated July 2026

Site details

Flying Sea Cliffs is an exposed Molokini back-wall dive with shelves, wall relief, sponges/corals, and shadowed crevices. It is primarily a scuba site, with advanced snorkel stops only when operators judge conditions safe. Depth, current, and ledge navigation make it an advanced boat profile.

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Back-wall exposure, current, wall depth, surge, ledges/overhangs, boat separation, and rapidly changing wind/sea conditions.

How deep is Flying Sea Cliffs?

Flying Sea Cliffs ranges from 15 to 40 metres deep (49–131 feet) — a deep dive at its limit. It is a saltwater site rated as advanced difficulty. Depths vary across the site, so plan your profile to your training and verify conditions locally.

Is Flying Sea Cliffs a shore dive or a boat dive?

Flying Sea Cliffs is a boat dive — access is by boat rather than from shore. The site is recorded as tide-dependent (slack tide only), so check local tide tables when planning your entry. The entry area is recorded as exposed to surge. No facilities are recorded at the site, and cell service is recorded as good. Entry details and parking notes, where known, are listed in the access section of this page.

Can beginners dive Flying Sea Cliffs?

Flying Sea Cliffs is rated as advanced difficulty, which may not suit new divers. Listed depths run from 15 to 40 metres (49–131 feet). Access is by boat. Consider your experience level, conditions, and local guidance before planning.

When is the best time to dive Flying Sea Cliffs?

Best on calm early morning back-wall conditions with a boat crew experienced in Molokini current and wind patterns; operators should cancel or reroute when exposed conditions are unsafe. Conditions vary, so check the latest reports and forecasts on the dive site page before your trip.

What will I see at Flying Sea Cliffs?

Divers at Flying Sea Cliffs in United States commonly report sightings of Sponges, Tube coral / orange cup coral, Red encrusting sponge, Longnose hawkfish, and Nudibranch. Sponges, Tube coral / orange cup coral, and Red encrusting sponge are recorded as common sightings, while Longnose hawkfish and Nudibranch are reported only occasionally. Marine life varies by season and conditions—check the site page for recent diver observations and photos.

What hazards are recorded at Flying Sea Cliffs?

Back-wall exposure, current, wall depth, surge, ledges/overhangs, boat separation, and rapidly changing wind/sea conditions. Hazards and conditions change, so verify current local information before diving.

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