What time does the charter leave?

The boat departs at 7:30 AM; please arrive at the marina by 7:00 AM to check in and stow gear.

Do I need to bring certification cards?

Yes — bring your C-card and a signed waiver. The crew will verify certification before boarding.

Does the boat provide rental dive gear?

The Niuhi carries no extra dive gear; if you require rentals, arrange them in advance with the operator or Captain Andy.

Is spearfishing allowed on this trip?

No — this specific charter is labeled No Spearfishing to support local fishery conservation and safer wildlife encounters.

What about gratuities?

Divemasters and crew work for tips; a customary guideline is about $10 per tank if the crew provides excellent service.

Divers must hold certification; if you are newly certified, notify the operator so the crew can place you with appropriate sites and briefings.

Pensacola Offshore: 3-Tank Niuhi 2 Dive to Remote Reefs | Scuba | Guided Tour

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Load your tanks and head offshore from Pensacola for three guided dives to remote coral heads and artificial reefs. This eight-hour Niuhi 2 charter offers quieter sites, a professional divemaster, and a crew that handles tank changes so you can focus on the water.

8 hours

moderate

From $318.00

Off Pensacola’s open blue, 3 Tank Off Shore — Niuhi 2 runs an eight‑hour dive circuit to reefs many visitors never reach. The trip launches from Pensacola, Florida, offering three guided dives on distant patch reefs, pinnacles, and occasional ledges where hard corals, barrel sponges and schools of amberjack gather. A professional divemaster manages surface intervals and tank changes; guests should bring certification cards, full regs, and dive computers. The boat departs at 7:30 AM; be at the marina by 7:00 AM. What makes this charter stand out is its focus on remote sites. Rather than crowded nearshore spots, the Niuhi 2 pushes farther offshore to quieter coral heads and artificial reef structures that attract larger pelagics. Expect visibility that can stretch beyond twenty meters on good days, coral-encrusted pinnacles, swim‑throughs and ledges where green and loggerhead sea turtles graze. Crew comfort is a priority—ample seating, a cooler with bottled water and space for gear,—and Captain Andy and the team change tanks on surface intervals so divers can relax between drops. Logistics are straightforward but strict: bring your C‑card and a signed waiver, assemble your scuba unit into the tank holders, and pack a save‑a‑dive kit and spare batteries. The Niuhi carries no spare regulators; if you arrive without critical kit you may be unable to dive. The crew welcomes special requests and will point out local features during briefings; divemasters work for tips, with $10 per tank customary. This experience plugs you into Pensacola’s maritime character: a Gulf coast town with a naval presence and a strong recreational diving culture. The reefs here are both natural and human‑made—artificial structures and old wreck material have become living habitats for groupers, snapper and amberjack. Note the charter’s "No Spearfishing" policy: it keeps fish stocks healthier and makes for better wildlife encounters. For photographers and serious divers the day delivers variety—macro life on coral heads, large reef fish on the dropoffs, and surface shots framed by the boat and broad Gulf light. Whether you’re aiming for multiple certified dives in a day or searching for less-visited underwater terrain, the Niuhi 2’s three‑tank program is an efficient, well-run way to reach Pensacola’s offshore reefs. Expect a steady rhythm: surface checks, buddy briefings and paced ascents to respect no‑decompression limits. Bring seasickness medication if you’re prone; the Gulf can be glassy or choppy that week. Sunscreen, a wide‑brimmed hat, long‑sleeved rash guard and quick-dry coverups keep you comfortable between dives. If you need rental gear notify the operator in advance—there’s no spare kit aboard. For mixed‑ability groups the crew sequences sites to match experience, but divers must be comfortable doing three dives in a day and using either a personal dive computer or tables.

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