Top 13 Dives for Certified Divers in Oahu

1.Certified Diver: 2-Tank Deep Wreck and Shallow Reef Dive Off Oahu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 331 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $248Our pick

Join a scuba-certified group from Kewalo Basin Harbor for two guided underwater sites off Honolulu. You may visit the Sea Tiger wreck at about 105 feet, then a shallower reef near 50 feet, with gear, tanks, snacks, and drinks included. Guides such as Nacho, Matt, Heather, and Jordan help with equipment and route-finding.

“The dives were great. The boat was clean and well kept. The crew and dive masters where professional while still being relaxed enough to have fun. They rotate dive sites throughout the week so be sure to check the full schedule if you are interested in a particular site or multiple sites.”

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2.Certified Diver: 2-Tank Shallow Reef Dives off Oahu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 278 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $141Best value

Join Dive Oahu at Kewalo Basin Harbor for two guided shallow-water scuba sessions near Honolulu. PADI professionals such as Nacho, Heather, Jordan, and Lindsey lead small groups to sites including Turtle Canyons and Kaiser's, with free gear, snacks, and refreshments. Expect depths of 25 to 50 feet and frequent turtle sightings.

“It’s truly a pleasure to review my experience with Dive Oahu on 6/27/24. Nothing stands out as “ the best” because everything was 5 star super fine. The dive masters were all very professional and easy to be with including Ami, Coulter(Coulton) and Heather. Nacho was our boat captain and kept all the great gear in clean orderly shipshape condition. The pace of my two 40 feet depth dives was perfect and allowed ample time to ogle sea turtles, eels, strange fish and coral. Booking my dives was easy and everything advertised went according to plan and even better than I had anticipated. The value also exceeded my expectation. I…”

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3.Waikiki 2 Tank World Class Wreck SCUBA Diving – Certified Only

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 205 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $269

You’ll start with a wreck such as the Sea Tiger, YO-257, or San Pedro, then visit a Waikiki reef for your second tank. Guides including Ron, April, Dylan, Yoshi, Alex, and Marcia have led these trips. Bring proof of certification, comfort with deep water, and the ability to carry a 30-pound tank.

“We had a great time diving. Marcia was awesome and very patient. Sea Tiger Wreck was pretty amazing to see. The rest of the crew was very helpful and the gear was great.”

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4.Certified Diver: 2-Tank Night Dive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 61 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $248

Join Dive Oahu at Kewalo Basin Harbor for a guided two-tank scuba outing that begins before sunset and continues after dark. You’ll use included premier gear, pause for ocean views and snacks between descents, and look for creatures such as eels, lobsters, octopus, cuttlefish, and reef fish with a PADI professional.

“The crew was great , the dives were outstanding! Super friendly people with a lot of knowledge of the area . Will dive with them again in the future!”

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5.Hawaii DISCOVER Beginner + Certified 2 Tank Shallow Scuba Diving

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 42 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $299

Spend about four hours on a real two-tank ocean scuba trip from Waikiki. Beginners receive one-on-one instruction and separate group care, while certified divers can refresh skills with guides such as Chad, Matt, Scott, or Alex. Expect professional gear, boat access, shallow reef sites, and chances to see turtles, rays, eels, and tropical fish.

“My wife, grandson and I went on this dive today. My wife and I have not dove in over 10 years and my grandson who just turned 18 has never dove. Chris and the team did an outstanding job making this a fun, exciting and safe adventure. I highly recommend this scuba excursion!”

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6.Certified Divers: Best 2-Tank Wrecks & Reef Boat Dive All Inclusive From Waikiki

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $259

Join Waikiki Dive Center at 6:45 am for a small-group, two-tank scuba outing for certified divers. Visit the Sea Tiger, YO-257, or San Pedro wreck, then explore a local reef with guides such as Scott, Yoshi, April, or Alex. Gear, snacks, and bottled water are included.

“Easy location, great dive staff, good equipment. The experience isn't complete until K puts on the captain hat.”

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7.Certified Scuba Diving Along Two Shallow Reef Sites

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $205

Meet Aaron’s Dive Shop crew at Maunalua Bay Beach Park for a 10:30 a.m. boat trip to two shallow reefs, 30 to 40 feet down. First-timers, students, and certified divers are grouped by experience. Francisca has earned praise for her calm instruction, while the captain helps keep the outing relaxed.

“Francisca was great and the captain was so helpful. We came to see turtles and they did not disappoint”

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8.Wreck & Reef Scuba Dive for Certified Divers

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 17 reviews · 3 hours · from $248

Join Dive Oahu for a three-hour, two-stop scuba outing from Kewalo Basin. Certified guests may visit the Sea Tiger or YO-257 and San Pedro wrecks, then explore a Honolulu reef. The boat has shaded and sunny decks, a restroom, quality gear, snacks, and refreshments. Bring certification proof, swimwear, towel, and sunscreen.

“Es war unglaublich, sollte man auf jeden Fall buchen!”

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9.Certified Scuba Diving Experience in Honolulu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $205

Join Aaron’s Dive Shop in Kailua for a three-and-a-half-hour charter made for certified, experienced scuba divers. You’ll complete two guided outings: a deep wreck or site at roughly 80 to 120 feet, followed by a 30 to 50-foot reef outing. Equipment, water, and a light snack are included.

“Dive team was friendly and conscientious. They were thorough in making sure everyone had a safe and enjoyable experience.”

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10.Shallow Reef Scuba Dive for Certified Divers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 3 hours · from $248

Meet Dive Oahu at Ala Moana for a safety briefing, gear fitting, and two guided reef descents at sites such as Kaiser’s and Turtle Canyons. A PADI instructor leads the three-hour outing, with snacks, refreshments, rental gear, and possible sightings of turtles, rays, octopus, dolphins, and reef sharks.

“A great dive with lots of sea turtles and two white tip reef sharks. The equipment was very good and all is very organized and safe. The captain (Nacho) was a great guy and Dan the instructor took really good care of everyone and was a very good spotter of sea life. Absolutely recommended if you are in the area.”

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11.Oahu Night Dive: Adventure for Certified Divers

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 6 reviews · 3 hours · from $248

Meet at Kewalo Basin for a three-hour nighttime scuba outing to two south shore sites. A PADI-certified guide leads a twilight session and a full-dark session, with two tanks, lights, wetsuit, BCD, fins, weights, snacks, and refreshments included. You must show current certification and avoid flying for 24 hours afterward.

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12.Waikiki Two Tank Guided Scuba Diving Adventure: Certified Diver

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $249

Meet Ocean Therapy Charters at Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor for a four-hour, two-tank scuba trip limited to six certified divers. A PADI Dive Master or instructor leads the outing, with gear, tanks, weights, snacks, drinks, and pineapple included. Expect reef and shipwreck sites, with possible turtle, octopus, fish, dolphin, and shark sightings.

“Great experience with Mike, a true professional. I was his only diver on Easter and he didn’t cancel. Overall could not recommend a better dive experience!!”

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13.Discover Scuba Diving in Hawaii – Non certified divers!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $237

Meet Aaron’s Dive Shop team at Maunalua Bay Beach Park for a three-hour introduction to scuba. A PADI instructor teaches basic safety, coaches you one on one in calm water, then guides two shallow reef sessions. Between them, enjoy Oahu views and a small group capped at 14 people.

“Loved Aaron’s dive shops! Staff was very friendly and boat crew were a lot of fun. I did discover scuba with Justin and he was great! Looking forward to diving with Aaron’s again as a certified diver :)”

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