Kailua-Kona Blackwater Night Dive

Explore an advanced blackwater night dive centered on the unusual animals of the open ocean. Look closely as pelagic life drifts through the water after dark.

• Look for translucent larval fish and invertebrates
• Watch for siphonophores and cephalopods in the deep
• Discover an advanced night-diving experience for confident divers
• Observe open-ocean animals as they drift by

Itinerary

• Departure from Honokohau Marina
• 60ft tether suspension to observe pelagic animals in the deep ocean
• Return to shore

What's Included

• Informative dive briefing
• Tanks
• Weights
• Dive light

Important details

• Ages 18+; divers under 18 are considered only with a JOW Rescue Diver Certification
• At least 50 logged dives required
• A dive within the last 6 months required
• Excellent buoyancy skills and self-reliance required
• Good health and no heart conditions required
• English conversation skills required for safety and dive briefings
• Arrive by the scheduled 6:15 pm departure time
• Present a physical or electronic dive certification card before boarding
• Complete the required waiver before participation
• Use only mineral sunscreen aboard
• Do not fly or drive above 2,000 feet for 18 hours after the charter
• Mandatory charges not included in the listed price: 4.712% sales tax, 3% Harbor Use Fee, $1 Conservation Fee, and 5% Booking Fee