Nudi Madness, near Kawaihae Harbor, is a beginner-friendly shore dive renowned for its abundance of colorful nudibranchs. Perfect for divers seeking a relaxed hunt for tiny critters along the Kohala Coast.
Difficulty
Beginner
Max Depth
9m
Type
Shore
Typical Visibility
12m
Conditions Summary
Best time today
12PM - 6PM
GREAT
Best day in forecast
Tomorrow
GREAT
2026-02-12
Community-reported visibility
n/a
Warnings for today
High bacteria levels due to recent heavy rainfall
Located inside Kawaihae Harbor breakwall, offering significant protection. Sheltered from most north and east swells. West through northwest energy is heavily attenuated. Typically calm, but silt demands perfect buoyancy.