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    Private Scuba & Snorkel Charter in Kailua-Kona

    Shape a private snorkeling or scuba day around your plans

    5.0 stars• 7.7K reviews

    Duration

    5 to 7 hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 6 people

    Includes

    Gear, lunch, drinks

    Highlights

    Explore the water aboard the Honu Lele, a 33-foot World Cat charter vessel. Tailor your day around snorkeling or scuba activities with shade and a freshwater shower on board.

    • Customize your itinerary around snorkeling or scuba activities
    • Travel quickly aboard a 33-foot World Cat vessel
    • Relax in onboard shade between water activities
    • Rinse off with the freshwater shower
    • Bring a reusable water bottle

    What's Included

    • Snorkel or scuba gear
    • Boxed lunch
    • Drinks

    Important details

    • Arrive at the scheduled charter time; transportation is not included
    • No heart conditions
    • Everyone in your party must be able to converse in English for safety and dive briefings
    • Scuba divers must present a physical or electronic dive certification card before boarding
    • Scuba divers whose last dive was over 2 years ago require a refresher course; over 5 years requires a Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) ReActivate course; over 10 years requires an open water course
    • Do not fly or drive above 2,000 feet for 18 hours after the charter
    • Use mineral sunscreen only; toxic sunscreens are prohibited
    • An additional $100 fee applies when your charter includes both divers and snorkelers
    • Sales tax of 4.4386%, a 3% Harbor Use Fee, and a 5% booking fee apply
    • Gratuity is not included in the listed price and is optional

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel at least 7 days before your charter for a full refund. Cancellations within 7 days and no-shows are not refunded. If the operator cancels, including due to weather, reschedule based on availability or receive a full refund.

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    FAQs

    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.

    Meeting details

    Honu Lele, 74-425 Kealakehe Pkwy, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

    Experience provided by Kona Honu Divers

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    Review summary

    5.0
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    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.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    Elias was fantastic and so knowledgeable! Super patient with new divers. Amazing dive.

    Photo of Michael Minnich

    Michael Minnich

    September 1, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Elias was fantastic and so knowledgeable! Super patient with new divers. Amazing dive.

    Photo of Michael Minnich

    Michael Minnich

    September 1, 2026

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