Kauai Scuba Diving
Kauai scuba diving takes you below the south shore waterline, with guided dives for certified divers, newer divers and guests working toward certification. Dive reefs, lava formations, Sheraton Caverns, Koloa Landing or, for advanced certified divers, the remote waters off Niihau.
Your Kauai Scuba Dive
Kauai scuba diving gives the Garden Isle a quieter world below the surface. The south shore is the main starting point, with reef areas, lava rock formations, cavern sites, shore dives and boat dives guided by trained dive professionals.
Current Kauai scuba options include Seasport Divers morning and afternoon two-tank dives, a Twilight Night Dive, a 3 Tank Dive for advanced certified divers, a Koloa Landing shore dive, a Niihau dive and PADI Open Water Certification or referral programs. Tour lengths range from about 4 hours for many local dives to 11 to 12 hours for the Niihau dive.
Match the dive to your certification level, comfort in the water and the kind of site you want. Newer or non-certified divers can look at afternoon and shore dive options, while experienced certified divers may prefer morning two-tank dives, night diving, advanced 3-tank routes or the full-day Niihau dive.
Kauai Scuba Diving
Seasport Divers – Morning Two Tank Dive
Seasport Divers – Shore Dive
Kauai Scuba Diving FAQ
What Kauai scuba diving tours can I book?
Current Kauai scuba options include Seasport Divers morning and afternoon two-tank dives, Twilight Night Dive, 3 Tank Dive, Koloa Landing shore dive, Dive Niihau, PADI Open Water Certification and Open Water Referral Program.
Do I need to be certified to scuba dive on Kauai?
Some Kauai scuba tours are for certified divers only, while other options are designed for non-certified or newly certified divers. Check the individual tour details carefully before booking.
Where do Kauai scuba dives go?
Kauai scuba dives may visit south shore reef sites, Sheraton Caverns, Koloa Landing, Amber's Arches, Kipu Kai, Mana Crack or the remote waters off Niihau, depending on the tour, certification level and ocean conditions.
How long are Kauai scuba diving tours?
Many Kauai scuba dives are listed at about 4 hours. The 3 Tank Dive is listed at about 8 hours, Dive Niihau is listed at about 11 to 12 hours, and certification programs can run over multiple half days.
What should I know before booking Kauai scuba diving?
Check certification requirements, dive difficulty, health restrictions, included gear, check-in time and ocean conditions. Advanced dives, night dives and Niihau dives are not right for every diver.
