Looking to refine your buoyancy control in Hawaii’s stunning waters? Kona Honu Divers offers an immersive one-day course that elevates your diving skills and enhances your underwater experience.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
1 day
Fitness Level
Participants should be comfortable in water and have basic diving experience.
Wildlife
History
Kona’s underwater landscape has drawn divers since the early 20th century, with many sites rich in volcanic rock formations and abundant marine life.
Conservation
Kona Honu Divers emphasizes eco-friendly practices, including reef-safe sunscreens and minimal ecological disturbance to protect Hawaii’s delicate underwater ecosystems.
Kona Honu Divers
Looking to refine your buoyancy control in Hawaii’s stunning waters? Kona Honu Divers offers an immersive one-day course that elevates your diving skills and enhances your underwater experience.
Kona Honu Divers is a scuba diving operator based in Kailua-Kona, Hawaiʻi. The company offers a range of guided charters, PADI certification courses, specialty classes, and private charters tailored to recreational and advanced divers.
Trips include the Honu One Private Charter, Discover Scuba Diving Experience led by a Master Scuba Diving Trainer, Private Charter Black Water night dives suspended 60 feet above 4000 feet of ocean, spearfishing instruction via the FII Spearfishing Course, and multiple PADI specialties such as Rescue Diver, Fish ID, Dive Against Debris, and Peak Performance Buoyancy. Kona Honu Divers runs premium advanced two-tank long range charters on a 33' World Cat and private Honu Lele charters aboard a fast 33ft vessel configured for up to six passengers.
Activities combine boat-based two-tank dives, shore diving for rescue training, and customizable private trips that include boxed lunches and beverages on selected charters. The operation emphasizes safety, personalized attention — for example a 2:1 student-to-instructor ratio on the Discover Scuba program — and education through certified PADI and specialty courses. Kona Honu Divers provides hands-on, locally focused experiences in South Kona waters, lava tube and reef environments, and pelagic night diving ecosystems. The FII Spearfishing Course is crafted by Cameron Kirkconnell, John Dornellas, and Martin Stepanek and focuses on safety and sustainability, while private Honu Lele charters are customizable with snorkeling or scuba, boxed lunches, and drinks.
Tours Offered
10
Guided charters and specialty courses
Location
Kailua-Kona, HI
On the Kona coast
Boat Fleet
33' World Cat & Honu Lele
Fast vessels for charters
PADI & FII
PADI & FII Courses
Certifications and specialty training
Book private charters, specialty PADI courses, or guided two-tank dives from Kailua-Kona — secure a spot on preferred dates.
Arrive Early
Arrive at least 30 minutes before the dive to get your gear ready and have a safety briefing.
Stay Hydrated
Drink plenty of water before the dive to stay hydrated, especially in warm conditions.
Equip Properly
Wear a well-fitting wetsuit and use buoyancy control devices correctly for comfort and safety.
Listen to Instructions
Pay close attention to your instructor's guidance during the course for best results.
Full Wetsuit
Keeps you warm and comfortable during dives in Kona’s waters.
year-round
Mask and Snorkel
Essential for underwater visibility and breathing during dives.
Weight Belt
Helps maintain proper buoyancy and control underwater.
Dive Computer
Allows you to monitor depth and dive time for safety.