Overview
Not SCUBA certified? No problem! You can try it out without a certification. Explore the wonders of Hilo's stunning reefs 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.
Packages & Options
Introductory Beach Scuba Dive
Package details and availability are confirmed during the booking step.
Itinerary
Begin this exciting undersea adventure by catching a cab from your port to a local dive shop.
Here, you'll meet with your professionally-trained SCUBA instructors to begin your 45-minute morning classroom session.
Learn essential SCUBA diving skills, such as underwater breathing techniques and emergency safety procedures to use.
Then, put your knowledge to the test and follow up your morning classroom session by spending 45 minutes in a heated indoor pool.
Finally you'll be transported to Next, you'll make your way to a beautiful dive/snorkel location in Hilo where you'll experience SCUBA diving in the open waters near one of the reefs that hug the Big Island's coastline.
Hawaii is known for its coral reefs, which account for 60 percent of the reef ecosystems in the United States.
Catch a glimpse of tropical fish and Hawaiian green sea turtles before heading back to your port in Hilo.
With the option to learn essential SCUBA diving skills before heading out to the open waters near Hilo Bay, this tour is perfect for combining a learning opportunity with an outdoor experience.
Book your SCUBA diving underwater tour now and get ready to make memories in Hilo!
What's Included
Inclusions
- Local juice and snacks
- Fully guided Introductory Scuba Dive (no certification required)
- Transportation from check-in location to dive site.
- SCUBA Equipment
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Hotel/Port Pickup and Drop Off
Meeting & Logistics
Please check in 20 minutes before your tour departure time at the Hilo Ocean Adventures storefront (located at 1717 Kamehameha Ave. Hilo, HI 96720).
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. • All participants will be required to complete a health questionnaire prior to diving. Some pre-existing medical conditions (eg. asthma, heart conditions, etc.) may prevent you from diving.
Photos
Introductory Beach Scuba Dive Photos
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Additional Info
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- This tour is suitable for ages 15 and up. Minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- This trip is not suitable for pregnant women, people with heart conditions, neck or back problems.
- Divers must be able to: swim unassisted in the open ocean, converse and understand detailed instruction in English, and carry 50lbs of equipment on your back unassisted.
- Divers must complete and submit PADI/NAUI mandatory medical questionnaire 72 hours prior to excursion.
- Divers must successfully pass classroom and confined portion of activity in order to proceed to ocean dive component.
- Refunds will not be honored for individuals who submit late medical questionnaires or who are unable to complete the activity in full.
- 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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
