Experience the Thrill of Black Water Night Diving in Kona: Deep Ocean Pelagic Encounters
Difficulty
expert
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be in excellent physical condition with strong buoyancy control and excellent night diving skills.
Overview
Discover the eerie thrill of black water night diving off Kona’s coast. Suspended miles above deep ocean canyons, witness rare pelagic creatures glowing in the darkness—a unique dive for experienced adventurers seeking the unknown.
Black Water Night Dive
3 hours • Ages 18+
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About This Adventure
Experience the thrill of blackwater diving, a unique night adventure where you'll be suspended 60 feet above 4000 feet of ocean. Witness rare pelagic creatures like siphonophores and cephalopods as they drift by in the deep. This unforgettable dive promises encounters with marine life you've never seen before.
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Duration
3 hours 6:15-9:15pm
Description
Blackwater diving is a unique night dive which will take you miles offshore where you will hang, suspended from a 60ft tether, over 4000ft of water to watch open ocean, or pelagic, animals drift by. You’ll have the opportunity to see animals ranging from perfectly clear larval fish and invertebrates to siphonophores, and even cephalopods out in the deep. If you want to observe something you have never seen before, this is the dive for you.
Inclusions
Informative dive briefing Tanks, weights, dive light
Dive Requirements
- This dive is for the confident diver that has excellent buoyancy skills and is self-reliant
- You must have at least 50 logged dives to join us on this adventurous dive
- You must have been diving within the last 6 months
- You must be in good health and have NO heart conditions
- You must be able to converse in English
- 18 or older - under 18 considered with a JOW Rescue Diver Certification
- You must remember there are other guests onboard that are looking for a premium experience so our standards MUST be met. Kindly be a responsible and considerate diver and respect these standards.
All activities will be charged Sales Tax (4.712%), Harbor Use Fee (3%), $1 Conservation Fee & Booking Fee (5%)
Adventure Tips
Confirm Advanced Dive Certification
Ensure you have at least 50 logged dives and recent dive experience to participate safely in this advanced night dive.
Bring Your Dive Card
Carry a physical or electronic dive certification card to verify your qualifications at check-in.
Use Mineral Sunscreen Only
Protect Hawaii’s marine ecosystem by using mineral-based sunscreens as toxic formulas are prohibited.
Arrive Early for Check-In
Plan to arrive 15 minutes before departure and complete all required waivers by 5 PM the previous day to avoid delay.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Bioluminescent siphonophores
- Deep-water cephalopods
History
Konahonudivers operates in Kona, a historic hub for Hawaiian deep-sea fishing and pioneering dive exploration.
Conservation
The operator enforces strict environmental standards, including prohibiting toxic sunscreens to protect marine habitats.
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Recommended Gear
Dive Light
Critical for illuminating the deep water and spotting pelagic creatures at night.
Dive Certification Card
Required to verify experience level and eligibility for the dive.
Reusable Water Bottle
Keeps you hydrated during the boat ride and post-dive.
Sun-Protective Clothing
Useful for sun protection before and after the night dive while on the boat.
summer specific