Explore the depths of the ocean like never before with a private blackwater dive in Kailua-Kona. See mesmerizing night sea creatures in an exclusive boat tour experience.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3–4 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should have moderate fitness to board and move safely on the boat and remain steady while suspended above the water.
Wildlife
History
The Kona coastline has long been a fishing and diving hub, integral to native Hawaiian culture and ocean exploration.
Conservation
Kona Honu Divers emphasizes eco-friendly practices, promoting reef-safe products and educating guests on ocean preservation.
Kona Honu Divers
Explore the depths of the ocean like never before with a private blackwater dive in Kailua-Kona. See mesmerizing night sea creatures in an exclusive boat tour 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.
Bring a Light Jacket
Evenings can get cool on the open ocean, so pack a light jacket to stay comfortable while on the boat.
Use Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protect Hawaii’s delicate marine environment by choosing sunscreen that won’t harm ocean life.
Stay Hydrated
Night dives can be dehydrating; drink plenty of water before and after the adventure to stay refreshed.
Bring Motion Sickness Remedies
If you're prone to seasickness, take preventative measures as the boat may move with ocean swells at night.
Light Waterproof Jacket
Keeps you warm and dry during cooler night conditions on the boat.
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Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protects your skin and the fragile ocean ecosystem.
Motion Sickness Medication
Helpful for those sensitive to boat movement, especially in choppier waters.
Waterproof Headlamp
Useful for navigating and prepping gear safely in the dark on board.