Overview
Explore the wonders of Hilo's stunning reefs on a 1-tank dive. With a professionally trained scuba guide we will visit some of the best dive sites on the island. Home to vibrant corals, tropical fish, and our beloved Hawaiian green sea turtle, Hilo is not a sight to be missed. All necessary equipment and roundtrip transport from your Hilo hotel or cruise port are included. Note a scuba certification is required to participate.
Packages & Options
Refresher & Gear Included
Refresher Course Requirement: This tour includes the mandatory refresher course required to qualify for this dive.Duration: 5 hours: Please check in at 8:30am for your refresher course.Gear Inclusion: Full SCUBA gear included
Rental Gear Included
Refresher Course Requirement: If your last logged dive is longer than 2 years ago please book the pricing option that includes the refresher course.Duration: 3 hours Gear Inclusions: Full SCUBA gear rental included.
Rental Gear Not Included
Refresher Course Requirement: If your last logged dive is longer than 2 years ago please book the pricing option that includes the refresher course.Duration: 3 hours Gear Inclusions: Tanks and weights only.
Itinerary
If you have come to Hawaii to enjoy diving along the lush and iconic East Hawaiian coast, this is the excursion for you!
Guided by local, experienced dive professionals, your tour departs in the morning just a few miles from where your breathtaking dive site resides.
After a safety briefing and review of the creatures likely to be encountered, enjoy a non-taxing tour of the underwater wonders near Hilo.
The waters around Hilo are especially unique as the cool fresh water springs that enter the sea along the coast regulates ocean temperatures and prevents coral bleaching.
Hilo’s coastline is renowned for its brackish waters and abundant sea turtle population and beautiful coral as well as a wealth of marine diversity including octopus, varied manta rays, eels and tropical reef fish.
Your dive master will guide you on an incredible journey through the abundance of sea life and will ensure you have a fun and memorable experience.
Come and explore the unseen, underwater side of Hilo, Hawaii.
What's Included
Inclusions
- Professionally Trained Scuba Guide
- Ocean Sweardship Fee (Aloha I Ke Kai) - $1/person
- Transportation from the check-in location to the dive site.
- Local juice and snacks
- Tanks and Weights
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Hotel/Port Pickup and Drop Off
- SCUBA Dive Equipment is an optional upgrade.
Meeting & Logistics
Please check in 1 hour before your tour departure time at the Hilo Ocean Adventures storefront (located at 1717 Kamehameha Ave. Hilo, HI 96720). If you have booked a refresher course, please check in 2 hours before your tour start time.
Meeting Point
Hawaii
Special Instructions
• Not recommended for pregnant women • Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions • NO altitude over 2,500 ft 18 hours after diving
Photos
1 Tank Shore Dive at Sea Turtle Cove Photos
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Additional Info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- This tour is not suitable for children under the age of 10. Certified Junior Divers are permitted on this tour however all Certified Junior Divers who will not be accompanied by an adult must contact Hilo Ocean Adventures prior to booking for special consideration.
- Trip is not suitable for pregnant women, people with heart conditions, neck or back problems
- This tour requires that your last logged dive be within the last 2 years. If your last logged dive is longer than 2 years ago please book the pricing option that includes the refresher course.
- Please consider your other travel plans as it is a safety requirement that you do NOT travel to altitudes of 2500 ft or higher within an 18 hour period following your dive
- All divers must be able to show proof of Open Water Diver certification or higher upon check-in.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
