The 4 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

Meet at Koloa Landing for a guided two-tank shore excursion in protected Hanaka’ape Bay. Certified scuba users descend in two areas, reaching about 50 feet and often seeing green turtles, moray eels, octopus, tropical fish, and reef life. Gear, snacks, water, and a marine ecology briefing are included. Guides such as Logan, Josh, Dominic, and Jimmy are known for careful, attentive support.

“This was absolutely the best adventure we had while in Kauai. Josh, our dive master, was knowledgeable, curious, funny and helpful. 100% recommend! We saw tons of marine life and had an amazing time!”

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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 $186Best value

At Koloa Landing in Poipu, you’ll learn basic scuba skills, practice in shallow water, then explore Kauai’s open ocean to a maximum of 40 feet with a PADI instructor. Groups are limited to four. Guides including Logan, Alessandra, Benji, Claire, and Dominic have helped first-timers handle nerves, equalize, and spot turtles, eels, octopus, and reef fish.

“Our dive was AMAZING! We saw so many turtles and schools of fish. Avery was a splendid instructor and was very patient with us. He has great humor and made the experience chill and fun. Would recommend for any first timers!”

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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 Kukuiula Small Boat Harbor for a four-hour, two-tank scuba trip aboard the 26-foot Ho'onui. With room for six certified divers, you’ll visit south-shore reefs, lava caverns, and turtle-rich waters with crew members such as AJ, Nick, Dominic, or Drew. Equipment, snacks, water, and marine-life briefings are included.

“What a special time! AJ and Captain Nick were gracious hosts. If it’s turtles you want to see - this is the dive trip for you. Also, a ton of fish and marine life. Boat is for 6 divers doing a two tank dive. They supply everything to include mask, fins, 3mm wetsuit and dive computer. Did Fishbowl and Sheraton Caverns. Turtles of every size on the surface, underwater and tucked in the caverns. Big plus about AJ and Nick is they’re locals and knowledgeable about everything Kuaui. Dive was easy, visibility was so-so but experience was amazing.”

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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 small-group morning scuba charter from Poipu. Designed for experienced divers, the crew can choose among Kauai’s south shore sites based on conditions and ability, with chances for lava tubes, sea turtles, sharks, schooling fish, pelagic species, and seasonal humpback whales.

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

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