Learn safe, sustainable spearfishing with proven techniques and hands-on ocean practice
2 Days
Spearfishing gear, Ocean sessions
Learn safe, sustainable spearfishing in a standardized FII course covering safety, equipment, hunting techniques, ethics, and catch management. Combine classroom, Zoom, and ocean sessions to build practical skills used by world record spearfishers.
FII Level 1 Certification is required; participants must be 16 or older. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian with Level 1 certification. Be in good health; complete the Medical Statement and obtain physician approval if required. Bring personal freediving gear and arrange your own transportation to dive sites up to 45 minutes from the shop.
Full payment due at booking. Free changes or cancellation up to 72 hours before your course; no refunds within 72 hours. No refunds for late arrival over 15 minutes or no-shows. If the operator cancels for weather, conditions, or other reasons, you may be rescheduled or receive a full refund.
No, spearfishing gear will be provided, but you are required to bring personal freediving gear.
Yes.
74-5583 Luhia Street, Kailua-Kona
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.
Discover what we've curated for you
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