Black Water Dive
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Who this tour fits
- Swimming ability
- strong_swimmer
- Physical intensity
- strenuous
- What's included
- Snacks, Safety Briefing, Guide
Verified Jul 16, 2026. Confirm with the operator when booking.
About this tour
One of the most unique dives offered anywhere in the world. About 3 miles offshore, where the water is over a mile deep, you'll begin a drift dive in open ocean darkness - suspended above the abyss with only dive lights illuminating the water around you. The lights attract a nightly vertical migration of deep-sea creatures rising from the depths, revealing some of the strangest and most rarely seen animals in the ocean.
This is a challenging dive suited to experienced divers comfortable in open water at night with no bottom reference. Ages 15 and older. The 3-hour charter returns to Honokōhau Harbor between 11:00 PM and midnight.
Check in at the Big Island Divers shop, then drive to the harbor (about 3 miles). No transportation provided. Kona's deep offshore waters and calm conditions make it one of the few places in the world where black water diving is offered regularly.
Why book this operator
- Local operator in Kailua-Kona
- 4.8 out of 5 (2,572 Google reviews)
What's included
Included
- Snacks
- Safety Briefing
- Guide
Not included
- Gratuity
- Transport
Tour details
- Certification Required
- Open Water
- Departure Time
- Night departure; returns to harbor between 11pm and midnight.
- Departure Times
- night
- Difficulty Level
- Difficult
- Food & Drinks
- snacks, water
- Food Included
- snacks
- Free Cancellation Window
- 48 hours
- Guided
- Yes
- Health Restrictions
- pregnancy, heart conditions, back problems
- Hotel Pickup
- No
- Includes
- Snacks, Safety Briefing, Guide
- Meeting Location
- Big Island Divers dive shop (check-in by 5pm); boat launch location provided at check-in via map.
- Not Included
- gratuity, transport
- Physical Intensity
- strenuous
- Pregnancy Restricted
- Yes
- Swimming Ability Required
- strong_swimmer
- Swimming Required
- Yes
- Transport Included
- meeting_point_only
- Weather Dependent
- Yes
- What to Bring
- Towel, Light Jacket
Frequently asked questions
Where does Black Water Dive meet?
Black Water Dive meets at Big Island Divers dive shop (check-in by 5pm); boat launch location provided at check-in via map..
What is included with Black Water Dive?
Black Water Dive includes Snacks, Safety Briefing, and Guide.
What is the cancellation policy for Black Water Dive?
48-hour cancellation policy. Refunds will not be issued if you miss check-in, cannot provide proof of certification, or must cancel due to accommodation location.
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