This is the amazing moment a diver had a close encounter with a pod of dolphins.

Kaitlin Kerby, 23, was diving off the coast of Honolulu in Hawaii when more than 20 dolphins swam right past her.

Underwater footage shows the pod surrounding Kaitlin and swimming under and above her.

Though unsure of the exact species, Kaitlin believes they were Hawaiian spinner dolphins.

Kaitlin, a marketing professional from Honolulu, said: "I felt pure joy.

"I have been diving for four years and this was my first time seeing a pod of dolphins underwater."