Oahu is a wonderful place for many incredible activities, and its shipwreck dives are truly one-of-a-kind. This island has a wide range of underwater wrecks, from World War II planes to Navy minesweepers, which you can only see while scuba diving. This is a fantastic experience if you’re looking for a thrill that you’ll remember for a lifetime.

3 Can’t-Miss Scuba Diving Shipwrecks of Oahu

1. The Mahi Shipwreck

The Mahi wreck was a Navy minesweeper ship responsible for clearing all the waterway passages of dangerous mines. After this ship was trashed in a couple of storms, it was sunk on purpose to create an artificial reef. The dive is between 70 and 90 feet deep. In addition to the coral-covered ship in these incredibly blue waters, you’ll likely see some eagle rays that frequent the area.

2. The Corsair Wreck

The Corsair is a World War II plane wreck off the shore of Honolulu. The plane crashed in 1946 on a training mission and stayed intact on impact for a rare wreckage opportunity as most vessels break when reaching the water. This 113-feet deep scuba dive is for advanced divers, and you’ll require a line due to the strong current in the area. You can explore the cockpit or see some eels, stingrays, and Hawaiian fish in the surrounding reef.

3. The LCU Wreck

LCU stands for Landing Craft Utility, and this ship was used for military troop beach landings. The wreckage lies upside down in 85 feet of water and is surrounding by artificial reef Z-blocks. Divers can enter the wheel house and swim underneath the ship. White tip reef sharks commonly lurk beneath the bow, and there’s rare black coral growing on the wreck.

If you’re interested in visiting any of these sites, schedule your tour with Banzai Divers in Honolulu, HI. These skilled professionals prepare beginners with scuba diving certifications and take experienced swimmers to see deep-water wrecks. This local company welcomes enthusiasts ages 10 and up to explore Oahu through their various activities, including night and shore dives as well as boat and snorkel tours. See what they have coming up on their calendar, or call (808) 462-8290 to book a scuba diving reservation.