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Incredibly Fun Coral Reef Giant Sea Turtles 4hour Boat Scuba Tour

299 Reviews 4.74 out of 5 stars Based on 299 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 93% of reviewers |
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Oahu, USA

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German, Spanish, Mandarin, Japanese, Korean, Cantonese

Overview

Japanese, Chinese, Spanish, and Korean speaking instructors available upon request.
Personal Underwater photographer available to capture and record your diving experience at an additional cost.

What's Included

  • Water
  • Full equipment rental
  • Snacks
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

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424 Nāhua Street
Honolulu, HI 96815, USA

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What To Expect

Honolulu Hawaii's Best First-Timer Beginner and Certified Diver Scuba Diving Adventure – Real Ocean 2 Tank Shallow Dives, Not a 40-min Beach Scam!

Don’t risk a sketchy beach “scuba” experience—this is the real deal. Hop aboard Oahu’s largest dive vessel and dive into the open ocean with real PADI-certified professional instructors (EFR & Open Water ACTIVE&CURRENT), not a student or expired guide pretending to teach. smelly tank air cheap old gear.

This all-inclusive, real scuba adventure includes one-on-one training, premium professional gear, and small group ratios for a safe, unforgettable experience. Want even more personalized attention? Book a private instructor!

Our eco-conscious crew leads you through Hawaii’s vibrant reefs, home to turtles, rays, reef sharks, octopus, dazzling tropical fish—with dolphins sometimes joining in!

No experience needed—just bring your sense of adventure. Skip the “magic island” tourist trap. Come experience the real ocean with safe professionals. Your safety matters. See PADI special consumer-alerts.

Beginners must pass PADI medical questionnaire on waiver. A medical doctor's consent is a must before check-in for any identified conditions.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Traveler shoe size option and a T-shirt size upon booking.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: Do you take pregnant customers snorkeling?

A: Yes, we allow pregnant women to go on snorkeling. However, it’s crucial to consult with your healthcare provider before doing so to assess your individual health and pregnancy stage. Read more Jan 2022

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-15582P1

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299 reviews

Average 4.74 out of 5 stars based on 299 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and partner sites such as Trustpilot, Viator, and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

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  • Water
  • Full equipment rental
  • Snacks
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Avoid booking the dive trip within 18 hours of flying. No refund is eligible if failed to comply and/or when the dive trip is denied to protect for customer's safety. Always advise directly if you are flying within 18 hours. All participants will be required to complete a health questionnaire prior to diving. Some pre-existing medical conditions (eg asthma, heart conditions, etc) may prevent you from diving, please consult your doctor
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Traveler shoe size option and a T-shirt size upon booking.
  • Must review medical questions in advance so that you have time to obtain a consent from a doctor's office for you to go diving. You are required to present the doctor's consent. Free cancellation is up until 24 hours prior to the scheduled trip departure time, Cancellation, change or rescheduling due to delay in clearing medical, late check in beyond 15 minutes or failure to comply for safety advice will incur full booking cost..
  • Must remain sober. No drinking is allowed prior to go diving. We reserve the right to deny anyone's diving trip should safety concerns arise. No refund is eligible if cancelled or denied within 24 hours of the trip check-in time or during the dive trip.
  • + While safety comes first, fun always follows. Please plan and reserve your dive schedules accordingly. Do not consume alcohol or anything that may cause drowsy, lethargic or impaired decision making before attending the activities. We reserve the right to deny attending activities for any divers or snorkelers for any reason. No refund or free rescheduling will be extended. + If you are going to do a shallow coral reef two-tank boat dive (40-60ft), you should not be catching a flight within 18 hours. If you are going to do a deep dive (60-100ft), you should not be catching a flight within 24 hours. You are responsible to email or call us regarding your departure prior to your scheduled diving trip + For beginners, non-certified divers or new students, it's your responsibility to carefully review the PADI discovery diver information and medical questionnairesand. Cancellations due to absence of required Medical Statement after the cancellation period forfeit any reimbursement. + Dive or Snorkeling Trips (FOR PARTY OF 4 OR LESS): We require 24 hours advanced notice of cancellation for a full refund. Cancellation, change, medical issues, late check-in or reschedule requests made less than 24 hours in advance will incur in full booking charge. No refund or free rescheduling will be given. Please understand that the instructor's time is pre-arranged and blocked days prior to ensure safety compliance for crew and diver ratio. Please arrive on time. There is a 15 minute cut-out time. If you or your party do not show up by 15 minutes after the scheduled check-in time, your trip will be automatically cancelled and without refund or free rescheduling. + Private Charter, Group Students or Party with 5 or more: Please let us know what special event we can help prepare in advance. Cancellation policy is different from the individual bookings. It is free cancellation up until 21 calendar days prior to the scheduled trip. Within 21 calendar days to the scheduled trip, 100% of the full booking charge will incur. Please kindly understand we have turned away other divers and additional opportunities in keeping the booking exclusively reserved and blocked.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (HST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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