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Oahu’s best days out.
The 15 most popular scuba diving on Oahu right now. The ones worth putting on the itinerary, with what each costs, how long it runs and who you book with.
First-time scuba in Honolulu with small-group coaching, all gear included, and a GoPro video. See turtles and tropical fish shallow.
Most Popular“It was a great time with a good instructor, Alex! He was very informative and gave the group good directions.”
Beginner scuba in Honolulu’s Magic Island Lagoon near Waikiki. Small group coaching, gear setup, and an included video package in 1.5 hours.
“Perfect for beginners to take the first steps to scuba diving and very cool guy/instructor. He will explained you step by step how everything works and you are in good hands!”
Two-tank wreck and shallow reef scuba off Oahu’s south shore with PADI guidance, free gear, and snacks on a comfortable charter boat.
“This scuba dive was incredible. We got to see so much marine life. Adam our captain and Heather our scuba master were both so nice and friendly. They did a great job showing us the ocean and the many creatures inside. We got to see a shark and an octopus and lots of colorful fish.…”
Real two-tank scuba training in Oahu waters, guided by pro instructors, with giant sea turtles, rays, and reef fish on a 4-hour boat.
“It was amazing we seen a turtle come out from under the reef and swim up to the surface right near us. We also seen an eagle ray feeding then a shark and 2 eels. Yoshi our captain was wonderful and chad and olga very knowledgable and skilled keeping everyone safe and having a great…”
Two-tank shallow reef scuba off Oahu with PADI pros, free gear and snacks, and likely turtles and rays.
“The crew was amazing!! My family had a great time! They keep the group small and Divemaster Rachel was amazing! Captain Adam and Hailey were great for those who had to stay on the boat. (myself as I was unable to dive) Hailey took me snorkeling and saw an amazing Pufferfish and other fun fish…”
Two-tank certified-only scuba day off Waikiki: wreck scouting over Sea Tiger plus a reef tank, pro guides, gear, snacks, and $269 value.
“We had a great time diving. Marcia was awesome and very patient. Sea Tiger Wreck was pretty amazing to see. The rest of the crew was very helpful and the gear was great.”
Intro scuba in Honolulu with 1-on-1 skills training, all gear included, snacks on board, and a guided reef tour off Waikiki.
“Thanks Jeff”
Beginner scuba on Oahu from Waikiki: PADI instruction, two reef sites, turtles and rays, premier gear, snacks on a charter boat.
“the skills test is the hardest part of the whole experience, but one you get down to the coral reef it is an absolutely amazing experience. It was my first time ever diving and I would definitely do it again.”
Try beginner scuba in Waikiki’s Magic Island Lagoon. All gear included, patient instructors, and free GoPro videos for $79.
“for first lesson, it was great comfortable experience, and watching reef was awesome”
Get SSI Open Water certified in Honolulu over two weekends, with beach skills, ocean sessions, and coral-reef wildlife. $495.
“I took an open water class, and my instructor, Lenny, is incredibly patient. Rhonda, the owner , treated everyone like family. Honolulu Scuba Company is the best!”
Two-tank night scuba in Oahu with a PADI guide, premier gear rental, and sunset timing, plus 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 lesson in Honolulu’s Magic Island Lagoon. Safe small group, gear included, plus free videos. Walk from Waikiki.
“Can’t wait to go back diving very wonderful experience instructor was 11/10.”
Oahu 2-tank shallow scuba for beginners and certified divers, with hotel transfers, PADI pros, and small-group attention near Waikiki.
“This was my first time, Anna, Phil, Chad and Yoshi went above and beyond to ensure I was successful. Chad and Yoshi were kind and patient teaching me how to breathe properly. I highly recommend you give this a try!”
Certified-only 2-tank Oahu scuba outing from Waikiki: Sea Tiger or YO-257 wreck plus reef wildlife, snacks and gear included.
“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…”
Scuba session from Maunalua Bay with two shallow reef stops at 30–40 ft, small groups, gear included, about 3 hours.
“All of the crew was super nice and made a great day out of low visibility! I had so much fun and plan to go again”
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