Oahu Scuba Diving: Two Tank Wreck and Reef Dives
Dive deep into WWII wrecks then swim with turtles in intimate groups of six
A small-group scuba diving activity in Honolulu for certified divers, limited to six people per charter and led by a PADI Dive Master. The morning takes you on a deep wreck dive: the Corsair, YO-San Pedro, Sea Tiger or U.S.S. Nasua: followed by a shallow reef dive at sites like the Turtle Cleaning Station or Nautilus Reef. Dive sites are chosen the morning of based on conditions.
What’s included
- Guided scuba dives with a PADI Dive Master.
- all dive gear including tanks, weights, BCD and wetsuit.
- bottled water and assorted juice drinks.
- cooler with ice for guest use.
- Every day 07:30 12:30
Information
Certified divers explore Honolulu's deep wrecks and shallow reefs on a morning charter with a PADI Dive Master, groups capped at six for personalized guidance.
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The experience
You need a current SCUBA certification to book this. If you're diving deep wrecks, bring proof of Advanced or Deep specialty certification. Shallow reef dives work for any certified level. The charter departs from Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor in Waikiki, steps from the hotels, and takes a maximum of six divers per trip. Your PADI Dive Master tailors the pace to your skill level and the conditions that morning, so the sites themselves shift based on weather and water state, but you always get one wreck and one reef in the same four-hour window.
All gear comes with you: tanks, weights, BCD and wetsuit (bring your height, weight and shoe size when you book so they fit right). The boat carries bottled water, juice and a cooler with ice. What you're doing underwater is the whole point: gliding past Hawaiian green sea turtles at the cleaning station, watching octopus and reef fish move through the shallows, or descending into the quiet of a historic wreck where the structure itself becomes the landscape. A PADI Dive Master is in the water with you the whole time, not narrating from the boat.
Divers under 15 cannot join. The activity is not recommended for anyone with spinal injuries, cardiovascular concerns or pregnancy. Before your date, you'll fill out the DAN Medical Questionnaire. If you answer yes to certain questions, you need a physician's clearance in writing or you won't be permitted to dive. Arrive with your certification card and that clearance if required, or the booking doesn't proceed.
Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Youth (15 to 17 years). Children under 15 can't be included in the booking.
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 are the deep wreck dives you can visit?
The Corsair, YO-San Pedro, Sea Tiger and U.S.S. Nasua are the four deep wreck options. Your Dive Master picks one based on conditions and weather the morning you arrive.
Can I dive if I'm certified but not Advanced?
Yes, you can dive the shallow reef sites like the Turtle Cleaning Station or Nautilus Reef with any current certification. Deep and wreck dives require Advanced or Deep specialty certification, so those are off limits without it.
How long is the whole charter?
Four hours from start to finish, with two dives (one deep wreck and one shallow reef) built into that window.
What happens if weather changes the dive sites?
The Dive Master selects sites the morning of your dive based on conditions. You always get one wreck and one reef, but which specific wreck or reef depends on what's safe and diveable that day.
Is gear included or do I bring my own?
All diving gear is included: tanks, weights, BCD, fins and wetsuit. Tell the operator your height, weight and shoe size when you book so the wetsuit and fins fit properly.
Operated by Ocean Therapy Charters. Explorevia does not run this tour: we compare it with similar options, and you book it with our booking partner.
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Oahu Scuba Diving: Two Tank Wreck and Reef Dives
4h · EN
from US$ 265 per person
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