Activity details
Cruise along Kona’s rugged coast in search of clear, calm, warm waters. Explore Kona’s colorful reefs, swim through lava tunnels and keep an eye out for large marine life.
During your two dives, you’ll have the opportunity to see fish, eels, octopus, and much much more as your divemaster guides you through Kona’s reefs.
What’s included
- Snacks & water are provided during this trip
- Tanks & Weights
- Free Nitrox
What’s not included
*Dive Equipment available for rent
- Towel
- Reef Safe Suncreen
Itinerary
- Meet at the boat where the crew will assemble your gear
- Depart from Honokohau Harbor riding high above the sea surface in search of marine life
- Dive briefing covering the first dive site
- Gear up and hop in for the first guided dive. Dive the air in your tank and surface when you’re ready to
- Have snacks and de-brief as the boat heads to dive site #2 and the crew switches your tank to a fresh one
- Site briefing #2 with your divemaster
- Gear up and hop in for the second guided dive
- Surface near the boat when you’re ready and kick back in the warm sun as the crew breaks down your gear
- Ride on the bow or upper deck as the Honu One returns to the harbor
Highlights
- Colorful reef life & unique encounters
- Underwater lava features
- Kona’s most comfortable dive boat
- Valet diving means you don’t have to lift a finger
- Dive as long as your tank lasts
- Top rated crew in the Pacific Ocean
Additional information
Check-in details
No need to come to the shop! Meet us at the boat in the harbor
What to bring
- Bathing Suit
- Towel
- Sun Protection (reef safe)
Special requirements
Must be open water diver certified
Restrictions
- Pregnant Women
- People with neck or back injuries
- Children under 18 without a parent
Extras
- Equipment available for rent
- Free Nitrox
- Private Guide
Disclaimers
We reserve the right to cancel if weather makes for unsafe conditions
Do you offer snorkeling?
Kona Honu Divers offers the best diving experience available in the Pacific. We founded a snorkel company that offers the best snorkel experience in Hawaii and is located right next to the dive boat.
Can you Drive from Kona to Hilo after scuba diving?
If you did one dive you will need to wait 12 hours before driving to Hilo from Kona because all routes exceed the recommended 2000ft ceiling recommended by DAN, if you did 2 dives of more you will need minimum of 18 hours before driving from Kona to Hilo.
Can I bring a Camera? Can I bring a drone? Can I Bring a Go Pro?
You are permitted to bring handheld cameras of any kind. Our boat can accommodate large camera rigs as we have camera tables and rinse buckets on board. Drones are not permitted.
Can we go with a large group? What is the maximum number of people?
Our 46′ custom Newton, The Honu One, can accommodate up to 46 passengers but we stop at 18 divers to keep it comfy.
If you hire it for a private charter it can accommodate up to 30 snorkelers or 24 divers.
The Honu Lele (our exclusive fast boat) is able to accommodate 6 passengers.
We take a maximum of 6 divers per guide.
To book a private charter on the Lele, or to book as a guest on any charter, check availability below.
Can you accomodate special needs medical conditions?
It’s difficult to say without knowing more. Please contact us regarding your situation so we can provide more personalized accommodation options.
Do we need dive insurance?
Every diver should have dive insurance. Regular health insurance does not cover decompression illness and the required evacuation costs. We highly recommend as it is the best available.
Do you provide a shuttle service?
Divers must provide their own transportation. Unless scheduled ahead, Taxi’s and Uber’s are not reliable forms of transportation at this time.
How warm is the water?
Late summer and early fall give us the warmest water temperature of about 80°F (27°C), sometimes higher! Winter temps run about 74-76°F (23-24°C). We have quality 5 mm wetsuits in our rental, but if you are cold-blooded, bring your hood!
How deep is the diving in Kona?
Typically the diving is shallow in Kona with the best marine life being between 15 – 45 feet. Diving beyond 60 feet is uncommon since there is often less marine life at those depths. Looking to dive deeper and see more unique dive sites? Check out our Premium Advanced Long-range Charter.
Do I need certification proof?
We need to see proof of your certification. If you are certified through SSI, SDI, or NAUI you can look yourself up and screenshot the diver verification screen. If you were certified through PADI, get a replacement card. Get an ecard so you always have it on you! Sometimes we’ll be able to verify you ourselves from your reservation information, but not always, so be sure to still bring your card or screenshot.
Should I tip the crew?
Any tip for the crew is greatly appreciated, most divers leave $10 per tank. If you feel you have received exceptional service don’t be afraid to show the crew more love.
Which Hawaiian Island has the best coral reefs?
The Big Island of Hawaii has the best coral because it’s the newest and has the clearest water. The fresh lava rock coasts provide the perfect substrate for new corals to form meaning you will see a greater abundace of healthier coral here. The Big Island also has fewer people living on it so the water quality is better making for healthier corals.
Is Kona good for scuba diving?
Kona has the best diving in Hawaii and exceptional diving when it comes to large animals, and dramatic underwater lava formations.