Advanced Open Water Diver Course
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Who this tour fits
Age bands that meet this tour's minimum age.
- Minimum age
- 18 years
- Swimming ability
- Yes
- Physical intensity
- Moderate
- Group type
- Yes
- Max group size
- 4 guests
- Duration
- 3 days (6 dives total)
- What's included
- Guide, Safety Briefing
Verified Jul 10, 2026. Confirm with the operator when booking.
Verified Jul 10, 2026. Confirm with the operator when booking.
About this tour
Earn your PADI Advanced Open Water certification over three action-packed days of diving in Kona's warm, crystal-clear waters. This comprehensive course includes 6 adventure dives - covering Deep Diver, Underwater Navigation, Peak Performance Buoyancy, Naturalist or Fish ID - and culminates with Kona's world-famous Manta Night Dive as your final certification dive.
Taught by Master Scuba Diving Instructors, you'll build on your Open Water skills while exploring Kona's colorful reefs and unique underwater lava formations.
Course Schedule:
- Day 1: Two-tank local morning dives focusing on buoyancy and Peak Performance Buoyancy (7:45 AM - 3:00 PM)
- Day 2: Deep Diver and Underwater Navigation adventure dives
- Day 3: Naturalist or Fish ID dive, followed by the Manta Night Dive to complete certification
What's Included:
- 6 dives over 3 days
- PADI eLearning code
- All required scuba gear for the course
- Instruction by Master Scuba Diving Instructors
Requirements:
- Ages 18+ only
- Must have completed Open Water certification
- PADI eLearning must be completed before arrival (if not affiliated with Kona Honu Divers, a $90 fee applies)
- Minimum 2 students required (or additional private guide fee)
Good to Know:
- Price: $1,099 per student
- Meet at the Honu One boat at Honokohau Harbor
- Transportation not included
- Medical forms and waivers required in advance
- 7-day cancellation policy for courses
Why book this operator
- Local operator in Kailua-Kona
- 5 out of 5 (7,475 Google reviews)
What's included
Included
- Guide
- Safety Briefing
Not included
- Transport
- Gear rental
- Meals
Tour details
- Certification Required
- Open Water
- Difficulty Level
- Moderate
- Duration
- 3 days (6 dives total)
- Food & Drinks
- none
- Group Size
- small
- Guided
- Yes
- Health Restrictions
- pregnancy, back problems, heart conditions, recent surgery
- Hotel Pickup
- No
- Includes
- Guide, Safety Briefing
- Maximum Group Size
- 4 people
- Maximum Passengers
- 4 guests
- Meeting Location
- Kailua-Kona Harbor (Honu One vessel)
- Minimum Age
- 18 years
- Not Included
- transport, gear rental, meals
- Private Option
- Yes
- Swimming Required
- Yes
- Vessel
- Honu One
- Weather Dependent
- Yes
- What to Bring
- Swimwear, Towel, Reef Safe Sunscreen, Water Bottle
- Wildlife You May See
- manta rays, tropical fish
Frequently asked questions
How long is Advanced Open Water Diver Course?
Advanced Open Water Diver Course lasts about 3 days (6 dives total).
How much does Advanced Open Water Diver Course cost?
Advanced Open Water Diver Course costs $1099 per person.
Is there a minimum age for Advanced Open Water Diver Course?
The minimum age for Advanced Open Water Diver Course is 18 years old.
Where does Advanced Open Water Diver Course meet?
Advanced Open Water Diver Course meets at Kailua-Kona Harbor (Honu One vessel).
What is included with Advanced Open Water Diver Course?
Advanced Open Water Diver Course includes Guide and Safety Briefing.
What is the cancellation policy for Advanced Open Water Diver Course?
Full payment due at booking. Cancellations made 7+ days before course receive a full refund (minus eLearning cost if accessed). Cancellations within 7 days are non-refundable. No refund for late arrivals (15+ minutes) or no-shows.
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