Return to the reefs of Hawaii’s Big Island with confidence. The PADI ReActivate program in Kailua-Kona offers a personalized scuba refresher to update your skills and prepare you for an unforgettable dive experience in crystal-clear waters.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–4 hours
Fitness Level
Basic swimming ability and comfort in water is recommended to benefit from the refresher.
Wildlife
History
Kailua-Kona is historically significant as the site of early Polynesian settlements and the birthplace of King Kamehameha I, who unified the Hawaiian Islands.
Conservation
Dive operators here emphasize eco-friendly practices, including reef-safe sunscreen requirements and strict no-touch policies on marine life to protect the underwater habitat.
Kona Honu Divers
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.
Review Dive Skills Beforehand
Brush up on basic dive knowledge before starting the program to maximize your refresher experience.
Hydrate Thoroughly
Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated before and after your dives in the tropical climate.
Check Equipment Fit
Ensure your dive gear fits comfortably and functions properly to avoid issues underwater.
Plan for Sun Protection
Wear sunscreen and a hat when not in the water, as Kona’s sun can be intense year-round.
Dive Mask and Snorkel
Essential for clarity and comfort during skills practice and breathing on the surface.
Wetsuit (3mm)
Useful for thermal protection in Kona’s ocean temperatures.
summer
Dive Computer
Helps monitor your dive to apply safe ascent rates and no-decompression limits.
Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protects your skin without harming marine life in Hawaii’s sensitive environment.
summer