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Oahu’s best days out.
The 15 most popular scuba diving tours on Oahu. A short list of the ones worth building a day around, with prices, run times and where to book.
First-time scuba lesson in Honolulu with small-group coaching, all gear included, shallow Pacific water, and free GoPro video.
Most Popular“Excellent time spent! Danny (the instructor and guide) was very patient and friendly in teaching and guiding while underwater.”
Beginner scuba intro in Honolulu’s Magic Island Lagoon near Waikiki, small groups, gear included, plus a video package sent after.
“Kyle was patient, communicative and helpful. For being inexperienced divers, he made the learning process easy and straight forward. The water conditions weren’t on our side, but it was a fun experience nonetheless.”
Two-site scuba outing off Oahu’s south shore: Sea Tiger wreck plus a shallow reef, with included gear, snacks, and a PADI-led crew.
“Luckily, I was able to visit both the Sea Tiger and the Shallow Pipe in great weather. I want to thank Nacho, Matt, and Ella for doing their best to make our dives safe and comfortable. If I come back to Hawaii again, I’d love to dive together once more!”
Oahu’s 4-hour, two-tank scuba intro for beginners and certified divers, with sea turtles and pros, plus a scenic ride around Waikiki.
“Best experience in Hawaii. Ask for instructor Olga, not only was she very knowledgeable, she was constantly checking on equipment to make sure I was comfortable. We were able to swim with sea turtles and other rare fish. Would recommend to anyone visiting Hawaii and will definitely be booking again.”
2-tank shallow reef scuba trip off Oahu with PADI guides, gear and snacks included, plus plenty of sea turtle action in 3 hours.
“The whole crew from checking in to blowing bubbles was fantastic. Everyone was kind, professional, and experienced. I enjoyed my day!”
Waikiki’s certified-only scuba trip pairs a wreck site like Sea Tiger with a Waikiki reef stop, with gear and snacks included.
“The boat Captain and Dive Master guides were fantastic. The Sea Tiger sunken ship had bountiful fish and turtles. Our second tank was at Horseshoe reef were we saw more than eight sea turtles. We had an excellent experience with the highly skilled dive team.”
First-time scuba in Honolulu with 1-on-1 training, reef exploration around Waikiki, and marine life like turtles, sharks, and eels, plus gear included.
“Very enjoyable. The instructors were very friendly and great with kids. The dive was enjoyable. Highly recommended!!”
Waikiki’s Magic Island Lagoon beginner scuba session for first-timers, with all gear, expert coaching, and free GoPro videos in about 1.5 hours.
“Awesome activity. Scott was knowledgeable and friendly and made the whole experience memorable.”
Earn SSI Open Water scuba certification in Honolulu over two weekends, with beach training, ocean sessions, and colorful reef wildlife.
“This is a review of our experience with the Open-Water Diving Certification Course. 1 day before the in-person portion of the course was set to begin, I fell ill and tested positive for COVID-19. My fiance called the Honolulu Scuba Company and Read more”
Two-tank night scuba in Oahu for PADI-certified divers, with twilight sunset surface break, Premier gear, snacks, and marine life sightings.
“Dive to Sea Tiger and night dive at mid-pipe we’re amazing!!! We saw turtles at the Sea Tiger and lots of colorful fish. At, mid-pipe, a monk seal swam with us for about half the dive. We saw bioluminescent creatures, like nudibranch, a live conch, and crab. We were a very small group (2 people)…”
Beginner scuba in Honolulu’s Magic Island Lagoon with guided coaching, full gear rental, and free videos. 90 minutes, $89.
“It was an amazing experience! Kyle was a great guide and he took us down onto the sea to discover different fishes and even an octopus! We enjoyed it a lot and definitely recommend the experience in Hawaii!”
Waikiki 2-tank shallow scuba with hotel transfers, real PADI pros, and small groups. Beginner-friendly training, clear Oahu reefs.
“This was my first time, Anna, Phil, Chad and Yoshi went above and beyond to ensure I was successful. Chad and Yoshi were kind and patient teaching me how to breathe properly. I highly recommend you give this a try!”
Two-tank wreck-and-reef scuba trip from Waikiki with USCG-certified boats, pro guides, gear, snacks, and Hawaii sea life for certified scuba.
“The team at Waikiki dive were organized and professional and the dive sites were loaded with marine life lots to see especially the sunken ship had turtles eels and more I had a great time also a few eagle rays were on the second dive”
Small-group scuba tour from Maunalua Bay with two shallow reef sites at 30–40 feet, gear included, for mixed experience levels.
“Francisca was great and the captain was so helpful. We came to see turtles and they did not disappoint”
Private 2-tank charter from Waikiki with PADI instructors, reef and wreck sites, and wildlife like turtles and eagle rays—equipment and transport included.
“I have been a PADI instructor for over 30 years and have dived with many companies in that time. I had a two dive morning trip which was excellent. The organisation was first class from the moment you entered the shop. Everything went to plan and on time. I dived with Taylor who is a…”
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