The 5 Best Scuba Diving in Kauai

1.Kauai’s Ultimate South Shore 2 Tank Dive (Certified Divers Only)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 190 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $210Our pick

Certified divers spend about four hours in protected Hanaka’ape Bay, making two guided shore entries from Koloa Landing. Expect short surface swims, depths near 50 feet, snacks, gear, and guides such as Logan, Josh, Dominic, and Jimmy who point out turtles, eels, octopus, and reef fish.

“Captain Drake and Landon were Awesome! But beware if it is windy/choppy for a future storm. The swells were 15-20ft high and six ours on a zodiac in that type of weather was overwhelming. Breathtaking views and crew is awesome and making it fun and informational just not a smooth ride.”

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2.Kauai’s Ultimate Discover Scuba Dive – OCEAN EXPERIENCE (1 Tank Dive)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 186 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $186

At Koloa Landing in Poipu, you’ll learn basic scuba skills, practice in shallow water, then descend as far as 40 feet with a PADI instructor. Groups are limited to four. Guides such as Ally, Logan, Benji, and Dominic are praised for calm, patient instruction. Expect a 2.5 to 3 hour shore-based session.

“Aj was very knowledgeable and skilled, I had a wonderful experience and I would come do it again!!!!”

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3.Kauai’s Ultimate Dive Boat Adventure (for CERTIFIED Divers Only)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $285

Join Dive Kauai from Poipu aboard the 26-foot Ho'onui for a two-site scuba outing limited to six certified participants. Expect warm water, lava formations, turtles, reef fish, and local insight from crew members including AJ, Captain Nick, Dominic, and Drew.

“Easily travel to locations, but good reefs with plenty of turtles. Easy dives, calm waters. Worth the trip!”

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4.Kauai’s Exclusive Morning Scuba Charter for Experienced Divers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $259

Join Seasport Divers at 7:30 am for a four-and-a-half-hour south shore scuba charter built for experienced participants. Expect flexible site choices, possible lava tubes, turtles, sharks, schooling fish, pelagic life, and seasonal humpback whales, with snacks, drinks, and warm onboard showers.

“Beautiful dive in and out of lava tubes with tons of sea turtles! Staff was professional and helpful! Would recommend!”

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5.Kauai: Shore Diving at Koloa Landing, Poipu

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $153Best value

Join Seasport Divers for one or two guided scuba sessions at Koloa Landing, also called Whalers Cove. Expect 30 to 40-foot depths, Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles, moray eels, and small groups of up to seven. Certified and first-time participants can take part, subject to medical clearance.

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