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Scuba Diving in Honolulu Oahu Hawaii

Scuba Diving in Honolulu Oahu Hawaii

Scuba Diving Honolulu Oahu Hawaii

Scuba Diving in Honolulu Oahu Hawaii

Scuba Diving Honolulu Oahu Hawaii

Scuba Diving in Honolulu Oahu Hawaii

 
Dive Oahu, Waikiki and Honolulu
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Oahu Scuba Guide
 
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Oahu Scuba Guide
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No Experience needed
First time explorer
Try Scuba Diving
4h
 $199
Have you always wondered what it’s like to breathe underwater? If you want to try SCUBA diving, but aren’t quite ready to take the plunge into a certification course, Discover Scuba Diving is for you. Unforgetable experien...
Two Tank Dive
Reef Explorer
4h
 $179

Explore two of Oahu's most beautiful reefs! While this dive package accommodates divers of all levels, it is ideal for Open Water Divers as you will not exceed a depth of 60 feet. Perfect to get back into diving after a break!

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Two Tank Dive
Wreck & Reef
4h
 $179
During the first of our two dives, we'll explore one of Oahu's many wrecks, ranging in depth from 74 to 123 feet. For our second dive, we'll visit a shallow reef for a longer bottom time and spend the dive surrounded by the vi...
Friday Special ! ! !
Sunset & Fireworks
2-Tank Night Dive
5h
 $199
Have you ever seen the underwater world come alive at night? Join us as we dive into an aquatic world teeming with wildlife like you've never seen before. Don't miss this magical sunset special with FIREWORKS on your surface i...
    Why Dive With
    Aloha Scuba Diving Company?
       Safe and Reliable
    With a 100% safety record and a team of seasoned professionals, we make sure every dive is as safe as it is enjoyable. Our guests trust us to handle the details so they can focus on the adventure.
       Pro training center
    As a 5-Star PADI Instructor Development Center, we don’t just train divers, we train the instructors who teach them. That means every guest benefits from the same world-class skills, knowledge, and standards we pass on to the pros.
       V.I.P Dive Trips
    Every guest gets the kind of personal attention, flexibility, and care usually reserved for close friends. We’ve been told we move mountains to make your dive unforgettable... we just call it a day at work.
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    Why Dive in Honolulu and Oahu?
    What sets Oahu apart? For starters, its unique marine biodiversity makes every dive an adventure. Here, you’ll find species you can’t spot anywhere else, from the charismatic Hawaiian green sea turtle to the elusive monk seal. The variety is unmatched: explore colorful coral reefs, mysterious shipwrecks, or dramatic lava tubes... all in one trip! Plus, Oahu’s year-round diving conditions mean you can dive any time, whether you’re a beginner or a pro. We at Aloha Scuba Diving Company, the best scuba diving shop on Oahu, are passionate about sharing these experiences with divers of all levels.
    What to Expect: A Typical Dive Trip
    Your Honolulu or Waikiki dive adventure with Aloha Scuba Diving Company begins right at the dock with a warm welcome, boat orientation, and dive trip briefing from our expert PADI instructors. If you rent gear from us, it’s already set up and waiting for you; if you bring your own, your tank will be ready on arrival, and our crew is always available to help with setup if needed. Most of the island’s best dive sites are just minutes from shore, so boat rides are short and scenic. Take in views of Diamond Head, Waikiki, and Ala Moana as you cruise out, then dive into pristine waters with instructors who know the sites inside and out. With Aloha Scuba, you’ll enjoy a safe, fun, and efficient dive day from start to finish.
    What Our Guests Say
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    Travis Tyler
    We had an amazing time diving with Aloha Scuba Diving! Zoe was a fantastic guide, professional, fun, and knowledgeable. We saw turtles, nudibranchs, and even an octopus. When we had a small technical issue, the team handled it calmly and made us feel...
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    Arielle Descargar
    The whole Aloha Scuba Diving team goes above and beyond! It was my dad and my first time scuba diving and our instructor Sam was very patient in teaching us the skills and getting us acclimated to the feeling of scuba diving. Justin was also amazing ...
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    Daniel Hood
    Great time diving all day and night. Best price in town and great instructors
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    Jason Adams
    Extreme professionalism from beginning to end of my diving experience. Will definitely be back to receive more phenomenal training from Saul and the team!
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    William Bustos
    This dive crew deserves a solid 5 Star Google Review. My son (Dive Master) has been diving with Justin several times. For my son’s 21 birthday, my wife and I flew to Oahu and dove with them- we had an amazing experience. Justin helped me organiz...
      Aloha Scuba's Oahu Diving Guide
      Honolulu, Waikiki, and the greater Oahu coastline aren’t just a paradise above the waves, they’re world-class scuba diving destinations beneath them, too! Whether you’re a seasoned diver or just curious about exploring the ocean for the first time, Oahu offers some of the most vibrant, accessible, and memorable underwater experiences on the planet. With warm waters, incredible marine life, and dive sites for every skill level, it’s no wonder so many adventurers fall in love with scuba diving in Honolulu and Waikiki. With Aloha Scuba Diving Company, the leading PADI dive shop in Honolulu, you’ll get the safest, most professional, and most fun scuba diving tours on the island.
      Key Takeaways
      Scuba Diving Oahu

      General Information

      • Oahu is a premier scuba destination offering reefs, wrecks, lava formations, and marine biodiversity unique to Hawaii.
      • Year-round diving conditions mean opportunities for both beginners and advanced divers at any time of year.
      • Types of dives available include guided boat dives, wreck dives, night dives, conservation and specialty dives, and private/group/family tours.
      • Marine life encounters may include sea turtles, rays, reef sharks, octopus, eels, tropical fish, and seasonal humpback whales.
      • Conservation and responsible diving are core values, with partnerships supporting reef and wildlife protection.
      • Choosing the right dive shop should factor in safety record, certifications, group size, gear quality, and customer reviews.
      Weather Highlights
        Honolulu averages around 3,041 hours of sunshine per year.
        Most of its rainfall falls between October and March, while June is typically the driest month
        Oahu’s temperatures range from 68 °F in the cooler winter months to around 90 °F in the warmest summer months.
      Types of Scuba Diving Experiences On Oahu
      Scuba diving in Honolulu and across Oahu offers an incredible variety of underwater experiences for every type of diver. From guided boat dives that bring you face-to-face with vibrant coral reefs and fascinating wrecks, to the thrill of descending on historic sunken ships now home to schools of tropical fish and curious sea turtles, the island delivers something new every time you splash in. Adventurous night dives reveal a magical side of the ocean, with bioluminescence and nocturnal marine life creating an unforgettable scene. Conservation-focused dives and specialty certifications let you deepen your skills while contributing to ocean protection. Even shore diving is possible at sites around the island, and with tank rentals readily available, independent exploration is fun and easy. With so many possibilities, choosing the right dive shop makes all the difference and that’s where Aloha Scuba comes in, ready to guide you to the very best Oahu has to offer.
      • Shore Dives
      • Boat Dives
      • Wreck Diving
      • Reef Diving
      • Night Diving
      • Eco-Diving
      • Snorkeling
      • Freediving
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      Where Can You Dive on the island of Oahu
      Oahu’s underwater world stretches around the entire island, with each coast offering its own unique blend of reefs, lava formations, and artificial structures. The north shore is known for its seasonal swell and dramatic underwater terrain, while the east side (windward side) offers rugged coastlines and hidden reef systems. Out west, you’ll find expansive dive sites with fewer crowds perfect for shore-dive exploration. But it’s the south shore of Oahu (home to Honolulu and Waikiki) that holds the highest concentration of accessible wreck dives supported by local dive shops. Here, calm conditions, short boat rides, and proximity to multiple iconic wrecks make it the focal point for much of the island’s diving activity. Whether you’re drawn by the history of sunken ships, the thriving marine life they attract, the vibrant reefs or buzzling turtle cleaning stations, the south shore offers a combination that’s hard to match anywhere else on Oahu.

      When it comes to wreck diving, the south shore is where Oahu truly shines. Just offshore from Waikiki are two of the island’s most famous dive sites, the YO-257 and the Sea Tiger, which were intentionally sunk by Atlantis Submarines to create thriving artificial reefs and tourist attractions. These wrecks are close enough to be explored in a single trip, attracting divers with their dramatic structures, abundant fish life, and frequent turtle sightings. Southeast of Hawaii Kai lies the Corsair, a remarkably intact World War II fighter plane resting in deep water. This advanced dive offers both a rich historical backdrop and exciting marine encounters. In Moanalua Bay, a pair of barges provide an easier, shallower wreck option, while further west you’ll find the Navy Tug and the Mahi Mahi wreck, less accessible from Honolulu but only visited during special trips or events arranged by local operators. Though each of these wrecks has its own charm, it’s the south shore’s blend of accessibility, variety, and rich history that keeps it at the heart of Oahu’s wreck diving scene.

      YO-257 & San Pedro
      • Depth Profile:
        85–100 ft
      • Location:
        Waikiki, Honolulu.
      • Visibility:
        Up to 100ft
      • Recommended Certifications:
        Advanced OW, Wreck Diver, Nitrox, DPV
      The Sea Tiger
      The Sea Tiger
      • Depth Profile:
        85–120ft
      • Location:
        Ala Moana, Waikiki
      • Visibility:
        Up to 100ft
      • Recommended Certifications:
        Advanced OW, Wreck Diver, Nitrox, DPV

      As for reef diving, just beneath the surface off Waikiki lies a treasure trove of amazing sites, each with its own personality and marine life. Turtle Canyon, only minutes from Waikiki Beach, is probably the most popular turtle cleaning station where green sea turtles pause among coral heads while surgeonfish work away cleaning their shells one nibble at a time, surrounded by colorful reef fish in 30–50 feet of clear water. Close by, Horseshoe Reef, off Ala Moana and Kaka‘ako near Point Panic, offers shallow coral ledges with moray eels, schools of butterflyfish, and cruising turtles. Just outside Kewalo Basin sits Nautilus Reef, a peanut-shaped coral formation with overhangs, lava rock, and a variety of reef fish, goatfish, and the occasional reef shark. Adjacent to Nautilus is the Kewalo Pipe, an old storm drain now transformed into a vibrant artificial reef, with sections of pipe encrusted in coral, hiding octopus, eels, and frogfish, and attracting schools of snapper and butterflyfish.

      A bit further east in Maunalua Bay on Oahu’s southeast side, Fantasy Reef offers a gentle drift through coral pinnacles and arches alive with reef fish, eels, and turtles. Also in Maunalua, Angler’s Reef and the Koko Crater area are known for coral-covered walls, sandy patches frequented by turtles, and swim-throughs that make for a varied dive. While these sites in the bay and beyond offer excellent experiences, most Waikiki-based dive shops focus on the south shore reefs for their accessibility, marine diversity, and consistently good conditions.

        Short List of Popular Dives
      Dive Site Type Location Avg. Depth Highlights
      YO-257 Wreck South (Waikiki) 85–100 ft Large navy ship, artificial reef, turtles, reef fish, occasional sharks
      Sea Tiger Wreck South (Waikiki) 85–100 ft Deep wreck with swim-throughs, coral growth, turtles, eels
      Corsair Wreck SE (Hawaii Kai) ~107 ft Intact WWII fighter plane, advanced dive, abundant reef fish
      Moanalua Bay Barges Wreck South (Moanalua) 75–100 ft Small barges with coral growth, casual wreck option
      Mahi Mahi Wreck West Oahu 80–90 ft Historic wreck, schooling fish, usually visited on special events
      Turtle Canyon Reef South (Waikiki) 15–45 ft Turtle cleaning station, high turtle activity, colorful reef fish
      Horseshoe Reef Reef South (Ala Moana) 35–50 ft Coral ledges, moray eels, butterflyfish, turtles
      Nautilus Reef Reef South (Kewalo Basin) 30–50 ft Lava and coral formations, octopus, parrotfish, goatfish, occasional reef sharks
      Kewalo Pipe Reef / Artificial South (Kewalo Basin) 45–65 ft Encrusted storm drain pipe, frogfish, octopus, eels, snapper
      Fantasy Reef Reef SE (Maunalua Bay) 40–60 ft Drift through pinnacles and arches, eels, turtles
      Angler’s Reef Reef SE (Maunalua Bay) 35–40 ft Coral walls and crevices, frequent turtle sightings
      Koko Crater Reef SE (Maunalua Bay) 35–45 ft Coral gardens with sandy bottom, turtles, reef fish
      How to choose the best dive shop and why is it Aloha Scuba Diving Company?

      When you’re picking a dive shop, you want more than just a boat and some tanks — you want the right vibe, the right people, and the best diving. Here’s what to look for:

      • Safety First (but not boring): A real dive shop takes training and safety seriously while still keeping the energy fun. You’ll know you’re in the right place when the instructors make you feel comfortable and confident before you even hit the water.

      • Local Knowledge: Anyone can take you diving, but the best shops know the reefs, wrecks, and marine life like the back of their hand. That means better dives, more wildlife encounters, and hidden spots you’d never find otherwise.

      • Gear That Works: Nothing kills a dive faster than leaky gear. Look for shops that keep their equipment top-notch (and help set it up for you).

      • The Vibe: This one’s underrated. Diving is supposed to be fun — so the crew you dive with should feel like dive buddies, not drill sergeants.

      Why Aloha Scuba? At Aloha Scuba, we check all the boxes. Our PADI instructors are pros who know every site around Waikiki, from wrecks to reefs, and we keep groups small so every dive feels personal. Our gear is top quality, your tanks are waiting at the dock, and if you need a hand setting up, our crew’s right there for you. Plus, we’re the only shop partnered with the Ala Moana Hotel — so you can pair your dive trip with exclusive hotel rates and perks. Most importantly? We love what we do. Diving is supposed to be exciting, relaxing, and a little adventurous — and that’s exactly the energy we bring to every trip. With Aloha Scuba, you’re not just another diver on the boat… you’re part of the crew.

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