Scuba diving on the Big Island, Hawaii: which tour to book
Prices and details checked on October 21, 2026How we compare tours
For the lowest price among the three scuba tours we list, choose the Sunset Manta Snorkel and Scuba Diving Trip from Torpedo Tours, from $129 per person.
For the lowest price among the three scuba tours we list, choose the Sunset Manta Snorkel and Scuba Diving Trip from Torpedo Tours, from $129 per person. Sunset Manta Snorkel and Scuba Diving Trip from Torpedo Tours is based in Kailua-Kona on the Kona side and takes 2.5 hours.
Sunset Manta Snorkel and Scuba Diving Trip
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Your choice depends on your budget, how much time you have, whether you want a certificate or a sunset boat trip, and your age.
What should you know before you book scuba diving on the Big Island Hawaii?
Start with the minimum age, because it removes options fast. The Kona Honu Divers tour requires divers to be 18 years or older.
Then weigh the length. The Hilo tour takes 4 hours, the Kona Honu Divers tour takes 5 hours, and the Torpedo Tours trip takes 2.5 hours. A shorter trip fits a tight half-day.
Finally, match the tour to your goal. The Hilo Ocean Adventures tour is named Discover Scuba Diving and lists a Discover SCUBA Diving Certificate, so pick it if you want a certificate. The Torpedo Tours trip includes snorkel equipment and scuba equipment rental, so pick it if you want time on the water rather than a full dive course.
Discover Scuba Diving
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How much does it cost, and what is included?
The Kona Honu Divers Discover Scuba Diving Experience costs from $449 per person and includes full SCUBA gear, a two-tank boat dive and professional instruction at a 2:1 ratio. A higher price here buys more instructor time and a boat dive, not a meal. Ask whether your fee covers the boat dive and gear before you pay.
Discover Scuba Diving Experience
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| Tour | Operator | Price from | Length | Minimum age |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Manta Snorkel and Scuba Diving Trip | Torpedo Tours | $129 per person | 2.5 hours | 3 and older |
| Discover Scuba Diving | Hilo Ocean Adventures | $325 per person | 4 hours | 10 and older |
| Discover Scuba Diving Experience | Kona Honu Divers | $449 per person | 5 hours | 18 and older |
The Hilo Ocean Adventures tour costs from $325 per person, and its listed inclusion is the Discover SCUBA Diving Certificate.
What should you expect: how long it lasts and where it starts?
Plan your day around the length of each tour. The Hilo tour lasts 4 hours and meets at 1717 Kamehameha Ave., Hilo, HI 96720. The Kona Honu Divers tour lasts 5 hours and meets at the Kona Honu Divers Boat Slip, 352-429 Kealakehe Pkwy. The Torpedo Tours sunset trip lasts 2.5 hours.
Arrive before your departure time, and settle the start time and meeting point when you book.
Who does it suit, and who should skip it?
Children from 10 can take the Hilo Ocean Adventures tour, and anyone 18 or older can take the Kona Honu Divers tour.
If you only want to snorkel, skip the two Discover Scuba Diving tours and choose the sunset trip. Plan your own fitness check with your doctor before you book any dive.
What are the tours to book?
- Discover Scuba Diving from Hilo Ocean Adventures: from $325 per person, 4 hours, from age 10.
- Discover Scuba Diving Experience from Kona Honu Divers: from $449 per person, 5 hours, from age 18.
- Sunset Manta Snorkel and Scuba Diving Trip from Torpedo Tours: from $129 per person, 2.5 hours, from age 3.
How do booking, cancellation and weather work?
Book early enough to meet each cancellation deadline. Hilo Ocean Adventures gives a full refund or a 1-year gift card if you cancel 48 hours or more in advance. Kona Honu Divers gives a full refund for changes or cancellations up to 7 days before your trip. Torpedo Tours gives a full refund if you cancel 48 hours before your trip.
Boat dives run on sea and weather conditions, so plan a backup day if your dates are fixed.
Frequently asked questions
Is 70 too old to scuba dive?
The minimum ages are 10 for Hilo Ocean Adventures, 18 for Kona Honu Divers and 3 for Torpedo Tours. Talk to your doctor about your fitness first.
Who should not scuba dive?
Anyone under a tour's minimum age should not book it. For any medical question, ask your doctor first.
How much does scuba diving on the Big Island Hawaii cost?
The sunset trip from Torpedo Tours starts at $129 per person. The Discover Scuba Diving tour from Hilo Ocean Adventures starts at $325 per person, and the Discover Scuba Diving Experience from Kona Honu Divers starts at $449 per person.
