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Oahu’s best days out.
The 15 most popular scuba diving, with prices, run times and the boat or operator behind each one. The trips worth a morning on the water or a day around the island, and what each one actually gets you.
First-time scuba in Honolulu: small-group training, shallow-water safety coaching, and a GoPro take-home video.
Most Popular“It was amazing Alex was our instructor he got us in the water quick and even found a starfish for us to hold took great videos and pictures as well”
Beginner scuba in Honolulu’s Magic Island Lagoon near Waikiki with small groups, coaching, and an included video package for your first underwater session.
“Kyle was knowledgeable and nice. He did a great job explaining the ins and outs of basic scuba diving. He made us feel comfortable the whole time.”
Two-tank wreck and reef scuba off Oahu: great gear, snacks, a PADI guide, and wildlife spotting near Honolulu’s south shore.
“The crew of Anger Management was top notch. The sea life was spectacular and we even came across a shark. Id recommend them to anyone.”
4-hour Oahu scuba intro with two shallow tank sessions, full gear, and a strong shot at giant sea turtles plus rays and reef fish.
“This is a great way to dive without being certified. The instructors are very knowledgeable and make sure everyone is safe and comfortable. I am a certified diver, but it has been awhile since I dove and the first dive was a food refresher. My boys have never dove before and they thought it was…”
Two-tank shallow reef scuba from Honolulu with PADI guides, free gear and snacks, and sea turtles and rays at 25–50 ft.
“Great crew, and a great option for groups with both divers and snorkelers! We were able to be on the boat together, and then at the sites I was able to dive while my wife snorkeled. The crew (Nacho, Heather, Travis, Jarred) were amazingly helpful and accommodating and made the trip great!”
Waikiki certified-only two-tank scuba off Oahu with wreck stops (Sea Tiger/YO-257/San Pedro) plus a reef dive. Equipment, snacks included.
“We had a great time. condition is not perfect, but the dive was. Dive master Alex is great. He was able to guide and take care of all of us and helped us in all accounts.”
Intro scuba in Honolulu with 1-on-1 skills, a guided reef tour, free gear rental, and snacks, departing from Kewalo Basin Harbor.
“We booked on relative short notice (Sunday->Tuesday) and they gave us great information over the phone, called us the night before about a possibly better time to see more wildlife, and were extremely helpful the entire time. The dive itself was great, weather was perfect and the beforehand training for beginners/practice dive was thorough and…”
Try scuba in Waikiki’s Magic Island Lagoon with an instructor, full gear, and free GoPro videos for first-timers age 10+.
“Price was great, lesson was easy going and easy to follow, guide was patient and happy to help.”
SSI open water scuba certification over two Oahu weekends, with shore skills, ocean check-outs, and chances to spot turtles and reefs. $495
“Great training. Theo was an amazing instructor and did a fantastic job teaching everyone the basics in a clear and concise manner. He made sure everyone was comfortable with their equipment and the techniques we were going to praRead more”
Oahu’s 2-tank night scuba with premier gear, snacks, and PADI guidance. Twilight on deck, then wreck-and-pipe wildlife after dark.
“Can’t say enough good things about this dive shop! When other divers didn’t show, instead of canceling, they took me out on essentially my own private guided dive! Both dives were great. Jordan was a great guide and I have new aquatic life to add to my list. I can’t wait to go through my…”
Beginner scuba try at Magic Island Lagoon in Honolulu. Small-group instruction, $89 price, and free videos after your underwater session.
“This lesson is absolutely perfect. And the instructor Kyle is fluent in speaking multiple languages which I have never seen before since arriving. This event is perfect.”
Waikiki beginner-friendly scuba with real PADI pros, two shallow open-ocean sessions, small groups, hotel transfers, and $299 value.
“My wife, grandson and I went on this dive today. My wife and I have not dove in over 10 years and my grandson who just turned 18 has never dove. Chris and the team did an outstanding job making this a fun, exciting and safe adventure. I highly recommend this scuba excursion!”
Waikiki 2-tank wreck-and-reef scuba trip with USCG-certified boats, shipwreck options like Sea Tiger, YO-257, or San Pedro, plus marine life.
“April and Yoshi did a good job, but their management makes this an average value. Scheduled this dive for my first morning; but due to a flight delay, I was rerouted and arrived 8 hours later with no sleep. Not their fault. My Garmin dive readiness was 0 out of 100. I showed up at…”
Oahu 3-hour scuba session with gear provided, small groups by skill, and two shallow reef sites at 30–40 ft from Maunalua Bay.
“Francisca was great and the captain was so helpful. We came to see turtles and they did not disappoint”
Private 2-tank scuba charter from Waikiki: small group, PADI instructors, USCG vessel, and a chance to spot turtles, eels, octopus, and eagle rays.
“Chad,Anna,Micah,captain steve was an amazing crew. What a fantastic experience would recommend it to anyone. Definitely worth it”
From Pearl Harbor to the North Shore, the reef off Waikiki to the valleys of the windward coast. Every way to spend a day on the island.
