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Voted Best First Time Diving Experience in Hawaii
4.6(330)Oahu4 hours
VIATOR4.3(65)TRIPADVISOR4.7(265)
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At a glance
Duration
4 hours
Price from
$239 / person
Rating
4.6 / 5 · 330 reviews
Languages
DE, KO, CMN, JA
Group
Small group, up to 16
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Meeting point
Please arrive to the shop at your scheduled time well rested and ready to dive! Beginners Must complete medical/waiver before check-in, or failed medical on arrival shall forfeit all refunds. PADI requires doctor's consent if any medical conditions are identified.
Japanese, Chinese, Spanish, and Korean speaking instructors available upon request.
Personal Underwater photographer available to capture and record your diving experience at an additional cost.
Tour Options
Best Beginner Scuba Diving
Duration: 4 hours
Two Tank Intro Boat Diving : This trip is great for your first time! We do two dives at about 35-40 feet and see awesome Turtles, eels and sometimes octopus! These are real SCUBA dives sure to get you hooked!
Highlights
Water
Full equipment rental
Snacks
What's included
Included
Water
Full equipment rental
Snacks
Not included
Lunch
Gratuities
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Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Traveler shoe size option and a T-shirt size upon booking.
Must review medical questions in advance so that you have time to obtain a consent from a doctor's office for you to go diving. You are required to present the doctor's consent. Free cancellation is up until 24 hours prior to the scheduled trip departure time, Cancellation, change or rescheduling due to delay in clearing medical, late check in beyond 15 minutes or failure to comply for safety advice will incur full booking cost..
Must remain sober. No drinking is allowed prior to go diving. We reserve the right to deny anyone's diving trip should safety concerns arise. No refund is eligible if cancelled or denied within 24 hours of the trip check-in time or during the dive trip.
+ While safety comes first, fun always follows. Please plan and reserve your dive schedules accordingly. Do not consume alcohol or anything that may cause drowsy, lethargic or impaired decision making before attending the activities. We reserve the right to deny attending activities for any divers or snorkelers for any reason. No refund or free rescheduling will be extended. + If you are going to do a shallow coral reef two-tank boat dive (40-60ft), you should not be catching a flight within 18 hours. If you are going to do a deep dive (60-100ft), you should not be catching a flight within 24 hours. You are responsible to email or call us regarding your departure prior to your scheduled diving trip + For beginners, non-certified divers or new students, it's your responsibility to carefully review the PADI discovery diver information and medical questionnairesand. Cancellations due to absence of required Medical Statement after the cancellation period forfeit any reimbursement. + Dive or Snorkeling Trips (FOR PARTY OF 4 OR LESS): We require 24 hours advanced notice of cancellation for a full refund. Cancellation, change, medical issues, late check-in or reschedule requests made less than 24 hours in advance will incur in full booking charge. No refund or free rescheduling will be given. Please understand that the instructor's time is pre-arranged and blocked days prior to ensure safety compliance for crew and diver ratio. Please arrive on time. There is a 15 minute cut-out time. If you or your party do not show up by 15 minutes after the scheduled check-in time, your trip will be automatically cancelled and without refund or free rescheduling. + Private Charter, Group Students or Party with 5 or more: Please let us know what special event we can help prepare in advance. Cancellation policy is different from the individual bookings. It is free cancellation up until 21 calendar days prior to the scheduled trip. Within 21 calendar days to the scheduled trip, 100% of the full booking charge will incur. Please kindly understand we have turned away other divers and additional opportunities in keeping the booking exclusively reserved and blocked.
Avoid booking the dive trip within 18 hours of flying. No refund is eligible if failed to comply and/or when the dive trip is denied to protect for customer's safety. Always advise directly if you are flying within 18 hours. 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, please consult your doctor
Frequently asked questions
How long does Voted Best First Time Diving Experience in Hawaii take?
Voted Best First Time Diving Experience in Hawaii lasts about 4 hours.
How much does Voted Best First Time Diving Experience in Hawaii cost?
Prices start at $239 per person for this Oahu experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Voted Best First Time Diving Experience in Hawaii for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Please arrive to the shop at your scheduled time well rested and ready to dive! Beginners Must complete medical/waiver before check-in, or failed medical on arrival shall forfeit all refunds. PADI requires doctor's consent if any medical conditions are identified. . Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Voted Best First Time Diving Experience in Hawaii offered in?
The experience is available in DE, KO, CMN, JA, YUE, EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 16 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Children must be accompanied by an adult
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible
Reviews(330)
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angelinedeo
August 25, 2026
Excellent Experience
I went as a boat rider and my two adult kids 27 and 24 went scuba diving. Nat is certified and for Nate it was his first time. The dive instructors were great. Their knowledge, expertise and care for the divers impressed me. I felt my two were safe as they jumped in the ocean. The store team was also helpful in answering questions and giving tips. Over all excellent experience. Now Nate wants to get certified and come back to do the ship wreck dive. Would highly recommend.
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Navigate35204241375
August 5, 2026
A lot of sea life including many humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa, but they didn't bite.
Maika was a very good and patient instructor who taught me all required safety procedures and while we were diving led us to a Moray Eel and several green sea turtles
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patrickbT1993IR
July 31, 2026
Great dive with Waikiki Dive Center!!
My son, 11 yrs old, had his certification with Max and it was incredible! First class all around!
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donavons653
July 30, 2026
One of the best I have done.
Great experience with April, highly recommended. Great time, definitely do it again..
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Sunshine34011534143
July 30, 2026
Great experience on the reef, 2 tank dive
April, Captain Steve, Chad and Yoki did and amazing job! Did the refresher for Scuba. Saw LOTS of turtles, fish, sea slugs , eels and an octopus! Highly recommend!
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robinbW1276MA
July 29, 2026
The BEST dive shop - Waikīkī
The BEST dive shop in Oahu, hands down! Professional, safety conscious, caring. I would highly recommend. Our guide, Micah, EXCEPTIONAL!
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beckybE6417SN
July 21, 2026
Amazing shop and dives!
Amazing!!! They are a world class dive center! Extremely professional! Tay was my guide she did a great job! She made the group feel comfortable from the beginning of the first five until we returned to the shop! Captain Yoshi took us to the sites. He gave us a detailed safety briefing (about the boat) before we boarded. Danielle and Chad were aboard as well. There was another instructor doing a private lesson. All and all a world class operation!!! I would recommend them for all levels! First timers to seasoned divers!
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mhaggstrom2
July 17, 2026
Excellent company for beginners looking for adventure!
Four of my students and I went on the very beginner SCUBA adventure. Both Jonathan and Chad were very patient and supportive as we did our best to learn everything. They took us on two dives, one to get familiar with the equipment and moving around, and one to see some beautiful coral, fish, and other beautiful creatures. We even saw a moray eel! We came feeling a bit unsure and left feeling safe and excited about our adventure.
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anneliesb674
July 14, 2026
No refund for GoPro
Paid 60$ for a GoPro and one was not provided on the tour.
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HHPten2852
June 19, 2026
Super Easy - friendly people.
Very easy to set up. They are super helpful and the dives were great.
Easy to set up and they made it really fun
