Charter the 33-ft Honu Lele for a custom snorkel or scuba day
5 to 7 hours
Up to 6 people
Gear, lunch, drinks
Explore the water off Kailua-Kona on a private charter aboard the 33-ft Honu Lele, a fast 6-passenger vessel with shade and a freshwater shower. Choose snorkel or scuba and enjoy a boxed lunch and drinks during your 5–7 hour trip.
Transportation is not included. If you plan to scuba dive, you must present proof of certification before boarding. Only mineral sunscreens are permitted aboard the vessel.
Full payment due 30 days prior. Cancel with 7-day notice for a full refund; inside 7 days, no refund. No-shows are not refunded. If the operator cancels (including for weather or ocean conditions), they’ll try to reschedule or issue a full refund.
Yes. If you plan to scuba dive, present proof of certification (physical card or eCard) before you board. If you can’t provide proof, you won’t be taken diving and no refund will be issued.
If it has been more than 2 years since your last dive, take a refresher course. If it has been more than 5 years, take a PADI ReActivate. If it has been more than 10 years, take the open water course again.
After a single no-decompression dive, wait at least 12 hours before flying. After multiple dives per day or multiple days of diving, wait at least 18 hours. Many roads around the island exceed 2,000 feet, and you’re responsible for knowing the altitude of your accommodations and your route.
Honokohau Marina, Kailua Kona, HI
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