Koloa Landing Diving: Certified Divers Only

Koloa Landing gives you shallow reefs and easy entry without the boat ride.

One-tank shore dive at Koloa Landing on Kauai's South Shore for certified divers only, with guide, small groups of four or fewer, and all equipment. An orientation covers local marine life, safety and communication before you descend 15 to 45 feet into reefs teeming with creatures unique to Kauai.

The experience

Koloa Landing sits on Kauai's South Shore and works as a shore entry, no boat needed. The dive runs about three hours from start to finish. You get a full orientation on the water that covers the local marine life, their habitats and behavior, plus a review of your gear, safety and how to communicate underwater. The site itself ranges from 15 to 45 feet deep and has a relatively easy entry with no significant swell, which matters if you haven't been in the water for a while.

Your guide leads the dive and knows the local ecosystem well enough to point out what lives where and why. The reefs here hold creatures specific to Kauai, and the shallow depth means you can spend real time watching them instead of rushing through. Groups stay at four divers or fewer, so you're not herded through with a crowd. All tanks and weights come with you. Rental equipment is high-quality and well-maintained.

Snacks and drinks are included. If you've been away from diving for more than two years, the operator offers a refresher course to get you comfortable again before the main dive. Certified divers only: no mixed groups with uncertified people.

What’s included

• Marine and safety briefing.
• one tank dive.
• snacks and drinks.
• guide-led experience.
• all tanks and weights.

Options for this experience

2 options

One-tank shore dive on Kauai's South Shore (for certified divers)Guide in English · 07:30 and 12:30Tanks and weights are provided by us; divers bring their own gear.

Certified diver with gear rentalGuide in English · 07:30 and 12:30Complete equipment rental, covering BCD, regulator, wetsuit, mask, fins and snorkel

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 07:30 and 12:30

Book up to18h before

AgesAdult (10 and older) · Under 10: can't be booked

GroupUp to 6

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

Prices and times updated 16 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Fathom Five Divers

Is this one for you?Book this if you're returning to diving after time away: the shore entry and refresher option let you rebuild skills at one protected site with a small group.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What depth will I be diving to at Koloa Landing?

Koloa Landing ranges from 15 to 45 feet deep, so you can adjust your dive profile based on comfort and experience within that range.

How many people dive together in a group?

Groups stay at four divers or fewer, keeping the experience intimate and manageable.

What happens if I haven't dived in a long time?

If you haven't dived in over two years, a refresher course is available to help you reintegrate into diving before the main dive.

Is the entry into the water difficult at Koloa Landing?

The entry is relatively easy and there is no significant swell, making it a straightforward shore dive.

What marine life will I see?

Koloa Landing is home to creatures unique to Kauai. Your guide briefs you on local marine life, their habitats and behaviors so you know what to look for underwater.