Dive deep into South Kona’s lava tubes and vibrant reefs with Kona Honu Divers’ long-range 2-tank charter. Expect whale sightings, expert guiding, and a full day cruising Hawaii’s dynamic coastline.
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Difficulty
expert
Duration
7 hours
Fitness Level
Good physical condition required for long dives and handling boat entry/exit procedures.
Wildlife
History
South Kona’s coastline is shaped by historic volcanic flows that created extensive underwater lava tubes prized by divers.
Conservation
Kona Honu Divers emphasizes the use of mineral sunscreens and careful marine practices to protect fragile reef ecosystems.
Kona Honu Divers
Dive deep into South Kona’s lava tubes and vibrant reefs with Kona Honu Divers’ long-range 2-tank charter. Expect whale sightings, expert guiding, and a full day cruising Hawaii’s dynamic coastline.
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.
Meet Early and Prepared
Arrive at Honokohau Marina 15 minutes before departure and ensure waivers are signed by 5 PM the day prior.
Bring Your Dive Certification
A dive card (physical or e-card) is mandatory to participate; no certification means no dive.
Use Mineral-Based Sunscreen
Protect yourself and the reefs by applying only mineral sunscreens; chemical sunscreens are prohibited.
Maintain Good Buoyancy Control
This trip requires advanced buoyancy skills to safely navigate lava tubes and complex reef structures.
Dive Computer
Critical for tracking dive time and depth on these multi-level short and long-range dives.
Wet Suit (3-5mm)
Provides thermal protection in cooler water and during wind-exposed boat time.
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Surface Marker Buoy
Enhances safety by marking your position during ascents and boat pickups.
Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protects your skin and sensitive coral ecosystems from harmful chemicals.
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