Big Island Divers
Activities (9)
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Local Two Tank Morning Charter
The operator notes that with many different dive and snorkel sites available, there is always something new to explore on any given trip. This charter suits both divers and snorkelers. Guests should know that transportation is not provided between hotels, the shop, or the harbor. After checking in at the shop, guests drive themselves to the harbor, and the operator supplies a map. Taxi services, Uber, and Lyft are available in the Kona area for those who need a ride. One important note for divers: after the charter, it is not safe to drive to Hilo, Volcano, or Waimea due to the elevation changes on those routes. Plan any post-dive travel accordingly, and keep the afternoon open since the boat returns to the harbor in the early afternoon.
Advanced Local Two Tank Morning Charter
This charter from Big Island Divers runs on Wednesday and Saturday mornings out of Kailua-Kona and is designed specifically for experienced scuba divers. No students join this trip; every participant must meet a minimum dive count to qualify, and the operator enforces that requirement for the safety and enjoyment of everyone on board. Check-in happens at the shop on Kaiwi Street in Kailua-Kona. The operator provides a map to the harbor, and guests drive themselves there for the boat launch. No transportation between hotels, the shop, or the harbor is provided, though taxi services, Uber, and Lyft are available in the area. Divers who meet the experience requirement and want to explore sites beyond the standard local rotation will find this a focused charter built around that goal. Participants should confirm their dive log qualifies them before booking.
Manta Ray Night Charter
The Manta Ray Night Charter with Big Island Divers departs from Kailua-Kona and takes guests out after dark to look for manta rays feeding at the surface. The trip begins with time on the boat to watch the Kona sunset before guides lead participants into the water. In-water guides assist throughout, helping locate mantas and looking after the comfort and safety of everyone in the group. Snorkelers receive a wetsuit, mask, snorkel, and fins. Divers can rent a mask, fins, tanks, weights, and dive lights separately. Light snacks, filtered water, and hot chocolate are provided for everyone. Snorkelers must be comfortable swimming without a flotation device and should have prior snorkeling experience. Check-in takes place at the shop on Kaiwi Street in Kailua-Kona. No transportation is provided between the shop, local hotels, or the harbor, so guests should plan their own travel to and from the meeting point.
Twilight & Manta Ray Two Tank Dive
Dive into Hawaii's underwater magic with Big Island Divers' twilight & manta ray two tank dive in Kailua-Kona, where gentle giants glide through the darkness in one of nature's most spectacular shows. This 6.5-hour adventure perfectly blends a stunning Kona reef dive at golden hour with the unforgettable thrill of swimming alongside Pacific manta rays after nightfall. Your underwater journey begins on Kona's vibrant reef as the sun starts its descent-the same magical spot where you'll later meet the mantas. Between dives, you'll soak up the sunset from deck while your experienced guides share captivating insights about manta ray behavior and biology. Then, as darkness blankets the ocean, everything changes. Your second dive transforms the underwater world into something that feels like an aquatic concert venue, with brilliant lights illuminating the water like a giant swimming pool. What makes this twilight & manta ray two tank dive in Kailua-Kona truly special is how those powerful lights create perfect visibility as Kona's famous resident manta population performs their nightly feeding dance. Rather than typical night diving, you'll feel like you're exploring a massive aquarium where these graceful giants put on a show just for you. The well-lit conditions mean you won't miss a moment of the action. Your guides know these waters-and these mantas-intimately, helping create an experience that goes far beyond ordinary diving. Big Island Divers keeps you comfortable throughout with light snacks, filtered water, and hot chocolate, while all essential gear (mask, fins, tanks, weights, and dive lights) is available for rent. Haven't been diving in over two years? You'll need to complete a refresher course first for everyone's safety. Check in at 74-5467 Kaiwi Street in Kailua-Kona, then drive about 3 miles to the harbor for boat departure. Planning changes? No worries-call at least 48 hours before your dive for a full refund. While your guides work tirelessly to find the mantas, remember that these are wild creatures living on their own terms. Ocean conditions affect wildlife behavior, so sightings can never be guaranteed-but that's part of what makes each encounter so incredibly special.
Private Charter Online Booking
Big Island Divers offers a private boat charter out of Kailua-Kona that your group has entirely to itself. The charter departs from Kaiwi Street and can be tailored to include scuba diving, snorkeling, a nighttime manta ray tour, whale watching, or a scenic coastline cruise. Groups with a mix of divers and snorkelers are welcome, and the experience is built around what your party wants to do on the water. The price of the charter covers the boat, fuel, captain, crew, and dive or snorkel gear for everyone aboard. Details and scheduling are confirmed by phone after an online deposit is placed. Multiple boats are available to match different group sizes, so reach out to discuss which vessel fits your plans. Manta rays and other marine life are wild animals, and their presence cannot be promised, though the crew works to locate them when that is part of the itinerary.
Late Manta Ray Snorkel
Late Manta Ray Snorkel brings snorkelers close to manta rays feeding at the surface. Unlike the earlier charter, guests do not see the sunset from the boat, but the chance of spotting manta rays is the same. In-water guides work to locate feeding mantas and keep everyone comfortable and safe throughout the trip. Guests check in at the Big Island Divers shop on Kaiwi Street in Kailua-Kona, then drive themselves to the nearby harbor for the boat launch. No transportation is provided between hotels, the shop, or the harbor, though taxi services, Uber, and Lyft are available in the area. Mask, wetsuit, and fins are included, along with light snacks, filtered water, and hot chocolate. Participants must be confident swimming without a life jacket and need previous snorkeling experience before joining this tour.
Long Range Two Tank Morning Charter
Big Island Divers runs this long-range charter out of Kailua-Kona on selected mornings each week, traveling to dive sites that the company visits less frequently than those on its standard trips. The boat returns in the mid-afternoon after a full day on the water. This charter is suited to divers who already have solid experience in the water, as a minimum number of logged dives is required before joining. Check-in happens the day before the charter at the shop, not at the harbor on the morning of departure. The shop provides a map to the harbor, and guests drive themselves there. Transportation between hotels, the shop, and the harbor is not available through the operator, though local taxi services and rideshare options exist in the Kona area.
Black Water Dive
Three miles offshore, where Pacific waters plunge over a mile deep, this extraordinary night dive reveals marine life that rarely ventures into shallow waters. Unlike traditional reef diving, you'll drift suspended in complete darkness as deep-sea creatures rise from the abyss during their nightly migration. This three-hour adventure begins after dark, showcasing some of the ocean's strangest inhabitants in their natural environment. Floating in the open Pacific, divers encounter bioluminescent jellyfish, mysterious deep-water species, and creatures that typically remain hidden in the ocean's depths. The experience challenges even seasoned divers as you drift through liquid darkness, witnessing behaviors and marine life impossible to see during daylight hours. These black water night dives return to harbor between 11pm and midnight, making this a truly after-hours underwater expedition. Big Island Divers has perfected this specialized diving technique, taking advantage of Kona's unique geography where deep waters lie remarkably close to shore. While the experienced crew makes every effort to locate specific creatures, wildlife encounters can never be guaranteed since these remain wild animals influenced by uncontrollable oceanic factors. The three-hour experience includes all necessary diving equipment and professional guidance. Check-in occurs at Big Island Divers' shop located at 74-5467 Kaiwi Street in Kailua-Kona, with participants then driving approximately three miles to the harbor for boat departure. Reservations require 48-hour advance notice for cancellations to receive full refunds, with changes handled by phone during shop hours from 8am to 5:30pm HST. Book this specialized diving adventure to explore Kona's deep-water marine ecosystem under cover of darkness.
Morning Reef Snorkel & Whale Watch
This 3.5-hour charter perfectly combines pristine reef snorkeling with seasonal whale watching, setting off when ocean conditions are typically at their calmest and marine life is most active. Your aquatic adventure kicks off with 8am check-in at Big Island Divers' shop at 74-5467 Kaiwi Street in Kailua-Kona, followed by a short drive to Honokohau Small Boat Harbor for departure. Once you're on the water, vibrant coral reefs await-teeming with tropical fish like yellow tangs, parrotfish, and Moorish idols. Hawaiian green sea turtles frequently glide through these reef systems, creating incredible up-close encounters that snorkelers never forget. The crystal-clear Kona waters offer excellent visibility, perfect for observing the diverse marine ecosystem thriving along this protected coastline. When whale season arrives, your experience expands to include watching for humpback whales and other marine mammals in their natural habitat. Wildlife sightings naturally depend on ocean conditions and animal behavior, but Big Island Divers' experienced crew draws on extensive local knowledge to maximize your chances of memorable encounters with dolphins, rays, and seasonal visitors to Kona's waters. Keep in mind that guests check in at the shop first, then drive approximately 3 miles to the harbor independently-transportation between locations isn't provided. For reservations, you'll need 48-hour advance notice for changes or cancellations to receive full refunds, with all modifications handled by phone during shop hours (8am-5:30pm daily).
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Big Island Divers is based in Kailua-Kona, Big Island. Big Island Activities lists 9 activities from Big Island Divers.
Categories: Scuba Diving, Boat Tours & Cruises and Deep & Pelagic Dives.
Listings include Local Two Tank Morning Charter; Advanced Local Two Tank Morning Charter; Manta Ray Night Charter; Twilight & Manta Ray Two Tank Dive; Private Charter Online Booking; Black Water Dive; and 3 more.
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