5 Caves (also known as Five Graves) features a series of underwater lava tubes and swim-throughs along Maui's southern coast, offering exciting topography for intermediate divers and reliable turtle encounters.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Max Depth
21m
Type
Shore
Typical Visibility
18m
Conditions Summary
Best time today
8AM - 2PM
GREAT
Best day in forecast
Monday
GOOD
2026-03-09
Community-reported visibility
n/a
Warnings for today
Strong surge expected
Elevated bacteria levels possible due to recent rainfall
Southwest-facing site exposed to south and southwest swells, creating surge in the cave structures. Well protected from trade winds and north swell by Maui's geography. Mornings typically calmest before afternoon winds build.
