Elevate your scuba diving skills with the Advanced Open Water Diver Course in Honolulu. Experience expert-led dives including deep and navigation specialties while exploring vibrant underwater habitats.
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Difficulty
challenging
Duration
3–5 days
Fitness Level
Participants should have moderate physical fitness to handle swimming, carrying equipment, and managing exertion underwater.
Wildlife
History
Honolulu’s reefs have been vital to native Hawaiian culture and fishing for centuries, with many dive sites near ancient fishing grounds.
Conservation
Local dive operators promote reef-safe practices and support marine protected areas to preserve Hawaii’s fragile underwater ecosystems.
Aloha Scuba Diving Co.
Elevate your scuba diving skills with the Advanced Open Water Diver Course in Honolulu. Experience expert-led dives including deep and navigation specialties while exploring vibrant underwater habitats.
Aloha Scuba Diving Co. is a Honolulu-based dive operator offering guided dives, PADI certification courses, equipment rentals, and sunset cruises. From small-group night dives aboard the private Diamond T2 to serene sunset and fireworks cruises on the Diamond T, the company operates throughout Waikiki and Oahu waters.
Training programs include Discover Scuba Diving introductions, one-day PADI Scuba Diver certification with personalized training at a maximum 4:1 student‑instructor ratio, Advanced Open Water courses with five specialty dives, Rescue Diver and Emergency First Responder combination courses, and Open Water checkout dives that complete four boat dives toward certification. Experienced instructors provide confined-water skill sessions and supervised open-water dives for certification candidates.
Diving experiences focus on local highlights: reef dives rich with sea turtles and eels, wreck and reef two‑tank dives, night dives that reveal unique marine life, and two‑tank night dive options timed with Hilton Waikiki fireworks during the surface interval. Small groups on private vessels emphasize safety, camaraderie, and individualized attention.
Equipment rentals are available daily, offering tanks, masks, regulators, and other gear for divers who prefer to use rental equipment. Boat-based cruises include a 1.5‑hour Friday sunset and fireworks cruise with wildlife spotting opportunities for dolphins and whales.
Aloha Scuba Diving Co. emphasizes safety, PADI‑aligned training, and small-group experiences aboard Diamond T and Diamond T2. Reservations and scheduling are available directly through the company for single divers and small private groups today.
Location
Honolulu, HI
Operating from Waikiki, Oahu
Group Size
Small groups
4:1 ratio for PADI Scuba Diver
Certifications
PADI courses
Discover to Rescue Diver programs
Vessels
Diamond T & Diamond T2
Private boats for dives and cruises
Reserve spots aboard Diamond T or Diamond T2 for small-group dives, certifications, gear rentals, and Waikiki fireworks cruises.
Stay hydrated before diving
Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration, which can increase the risk of decompression sickness.
Review your dive plan thoroughly
Ensure you understand each dive’s objectives and emergency procedures with your instructor before entering the water.
Apply reef-safe sunscreen
Protect your skin without harming marine life by choosing reef-safe, biodegradable sunscreen.
Use a dive computer for safety
A dive computer helps monitor your depth and time underwater to avoid nitrogen buildup and adhere to safe ascent rates.
Mask and snorkel
A well-fitting mask and snorkel are crucial for practicing skills and conserving air during surface swims.
summer
Wetsuit (3-5mm)
A wetsuit protects against cooler waters and potential abrasions while improving buoyancy control.
winter
Dive computer
Monitors your depth, time, and decompression limits to ensure safe ascents and dive profiles.
Underwater camera
Perfect for capturing the vibrant marine life and wreck sites encountered during specialty dives.
summer