Hoods

Shop neoprene dive hoods at Dive360, a New Zealand dive retailer based in Tauranga. Compare 3mm and 5mm options for scuba diving, freediving and spearfishing, with different linings and shapes to suit your exposure protection setup.

Why wear a dive hood?

A neoprene hood adds insulation around your head and neck. It can be a useful part of your setup when cooler water, longer sessions or your own cold tolerance call for more coverage.

Choose the hood alongside your wetsuit. A separate hood needs to work comfortably with the suit’s collar; a wetsuit with an integrated hood may already provide the coverage you need.

Should I choose a 3mm or 5mm hood?

A 3mm hood offers less bulk, while a comparable 5mm hood provides more insulation. Thickness is only one factor: lining, fit and the way the hood meets your wetsuit also affect comfort.

Check the exact model rather than assuming every hood of the same thickness will feel alike.

Which dive hoods can I compare?

The Beuchat Focea Hood Mens and Beuchat Focea Hood Ladies use 5mm neoprene, a Fireskin lining and an air escape system.

The Mares Sniper Hood 5mm is a pre-shaped, open-cell option for freediving. Its interior needs careful handling when putting it on and taking it off.

How should a dive hood fit?

Look for a snug fit without uncomfortable pressure around your jaw, face or neck. Check that you can turn your head comfortably and that the face opening works with your mask skirt.

Use the product’s sizing information and measure where the guide specifies. If you’re between sizes, email hello@dive360.co.nz for help.

Browse scuba wetsuits or dive masks to put the rest of your setup together.