Learn scuba basics on a 2-tank morning boat dive with a 2:1 instructor ratio
5 hours
Gear, 2-tank dive, instruction
Try scuba diving on a 5-hour, two-tank morning boat charter in Kailua-Kona with professional instruction and a small-group 2:1 student-to-instructor ratio. Board a 46 ft custom-built dive boat and explore coral reefs with all gear provided.
Ages 18+ only. Complete required medical forms, sign waivers in advance, and finish online eLearning before your experience; a physician’s release is required if indicated on the medical form. Transportation is not provided.
Full payment due at booking. Cancel or change up to 7 days before for a full refund. No refunds inside 7 days. No refunds if you arrive more than 15 minutes late or do not show. If the operator cancels for any reason, they will try to reschedule or issue a full refund.
Complete the required medical questionnaire, sign the waivers in advance, and finish the online eLearning before you dive. If your medical form indicates it, bring a physician’s release or you can’t participate (and you won’t receive a refund if you’re inside the cancellation window).
You must be 18+ and in good health with no heart conditions. If you note any medical conditions on the forms, you need a physician’s approval to participate.
Wear sun-protective clothing and bring a reusable water bottle. Only mineral (reef-safe) sunscreen is permitted; toxic sunscreen is not allowed onboard.
Kona Honu Divers Boat Slip, 352-429 Kealakehe Pkwy
Kona Honu Divers invites you to explore Kona’s legendary underwater world with the island’s most decorated dive crew. Backed by over 200 years of combined experience, the team blends meticulous safety standards with genuine aloha, keeping group sizes small and gear immaculate. Step onto the spacious Honu One or the intimate Honu Lele, then glide through lava tubes, pristine reefs, and the iconic manta ray night ballet. From first breaths to advanced blackwater adventures, Kona Honu Divers offers thoughtful guidance, marine stewardship, and unforgettable fun.
With a perfect track record across thousands of reviews, this Kona dive operation stands out for its exceptional crew and unforgettable underwater experiences. Divers consistently praise guides like Jeff, Sarah, Jason, Max, and Holger for their knowledge, professionalism, and ability to make everyone feel safe and comfortable in the water. The manta ray night dives get particular attention as "mind blowing" and "life changing," while their unique blackwater dives deliver encounters with deep sea creatures and occasional oceanic whitetip sharks that reviewers describe as truly special experiences. The seamless operation runs smoothly from start to finish. Certification courses (both Open Water and Advanced) are highly regarded, with instructors making the learning process engaging and thorough. Experienced divers with hundreds of logged dives note the organization and spacious, well-maintained boats. Captain John, Andy, and other crew members handle all the gear and logistics so you can focus on the diving. Multiple reviewers mention feeling genuinely cared for, with staff answering questions patiently and spotting wildlife that might otherwise go unnoticed. The relaxed, unhurried pace on the boat adds to the overall quality of the experience.
Worth the money! Had an amazing trip on this two tank manta dive. The captain and guides Emily, Milo and Amy made the experience fun and enjoyable by being friendly, knowledgeable, passionate and easy going. We saw dolphins at sunset, followed by so many mantas on the dive! Plus there were tasty snacks, sandwiches, hot drinks and a hot shower rinse on board for after the night dive.
Timothy Dube
April 3, 2026
Worth the money! Had an amazing trip on this two tank manta dive. The captain and guides Emily, Milo and Amy made the experience fun and enjoyable by being friendly, knowledgeable, passionate and easy going. We saw dolphins at sunset, followed by so many mantas on the dive! Plus there were tasty snacks, sandwiches, hot drinks and a hot shower rinse on board for after the night dive.
Timothy Dube
April 3, 2026