Discover Hawai'i’s vibrant marine life with Kona Honu Divers' PADI Fish ID Specialty. Perfect your underwater skills amid stunning reefs and endemic species.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
6 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be comfortable in the water, with basic swimming skills.
Wildlife
History
Hawai'i's reefs have been vital for local culture, with traditional fishing practices dating back centuries.
Conservation
Kona Honu Divers emphasizes reef conservation by promoting responsible diving and supporting local marine protected areas.
Kona Honu Divers
Discover Hawai'i’s vibrant marine life with Kona Honu Divers' PADI Fish ID Specialty. Perfect your underwater skills amid stunning reefs and endemic species.
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.
Stay Hydrated
Drink plenty of water before and after dives to stay hydrated in tropical conditions.
Practice Buoyancy Control
Focus on buoyancy during your dives to better identify fish and conserve energy.
Check Equipment
Ensure your gear fits properly and functions before each dive for safety and comfort.
Respect Marine Life
Observe fish and coral without touching or disturbing them to protect the ecosystem.
Mask and snorkel
Clear vision underwater is essential for fish identification.
Dive computer or watch
Track dive times and depths safely during your sessions.
Wet suit
Provides thermal protection and buoyancy.
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Underwater camera
Capture vivid photos of Hawaii’s endemic fish species.