Top 6 Reef Dives in Oahu

1.Certified Diver: 2-Tank Deep Wreck and Shallow Reef Dive Off Oahu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 331 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $248Our pick

Board Dive Oahu at Kewalo Basin for a guided two-tank scuba outing off Honolulu. You’ll visit a wreck at about 105 feet, then a shallow reef near 50 feet, with gear, tanks, snacks, and drinks included. Guides such as Heather, Jordan, Alex, and Nacho help with checks, entries, and marine-life spotting.

“The wreck was a fantastic experience with a surprising amount of sea life to see (eel, octopus, lobster, sea turtle..). The shop’s customer service also was seriously top notch after a cancellation mix up. I really appreciated the Brian, John, Adam, the desk staff, literally everyone was sweet & solution oriented, above and beyond. Thanks guys. It meant a lot to me.”

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2.Incredibly Fun Coral Reef Giant Sea Turtles 4hour Boat Scuba Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 300 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $299

Meet at Waikiki Dive Center for a four-hour ocean scuba session with PADI-certified instructors such as Josh, Chad, Olga, and Red. Beginners receive training before two shallow boat outings, while certified divers get a refresher and reef time. Expect turtles, tropical fish, eels, rays, and possibly octopus or sharks.

“Jared and Phil were absolutely wonderful. I highly recommend diving with this company. If we ever come back to Hawaii I will be using them again. And I also wanted to mention Grace she was working in the shop when I came in and she was so pleasant and kind. Loved listening to all the places that she has dived at.”

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3.Certified Diver: 2-Tank Shallow Reef Dives off Oahu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 278 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $141Best value

Join Dive Oahu at Kewalo Basin Harbor for two shallow reef scuba sessions at sites such as Turtle Canyons, Kaiser’s, or Secrets. PADI professionals guide certified divers through 25 to 50 feet of water, with gear, snacks, and refreshments included. You may also add a GoPro, scooter, Nitrox, private guide, or photographer.

“Beautiful shallow dive to an area filled with marine life! Water is a little chilly if coming from a gulf state or the southern Atlantic.”

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4.Certified Divers: Best 2-Tank Wrecks & Reef Boat Dive All Inclusive From Waikiki

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $259

Start at Waikiki Dive Center at 6:45 a.m. for a guided two-tank scuba outing aboard a Coast Guard-certified boat. Certified participants visit the Sea Tiger, YO-257, or San Pedro wreck, then a local reef. Guides such as Scott, Yoshi, April, Jim, and Alex have led trips, with equipment, snacks, and water included.

“Been scuba diving for > 50 years and have made many dives with some of the best teachers of technical dive instructors within the PADI organization. If you're looking for a professional efficient dive operation on Oahu, look no further. Capt Jim & dive master Alex were friendly but more important very professional. All rental equipment was well maintained. A pleasant 2 tank dive was experienced by all on the boat. Safety was their paramount concern. I came, they promised, and they delivered.”

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5.Oahu: Wreck & Reef Scuba Dive for Certified Divers

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 17 reviews · 3 hours · from $248

Spend three hours aboard Dive Oahu’s comfortable charter, exploring either the Sea Tiger or the YO-257 and San Pedro wrecks, followed by a guided reef outing. You need approved scuba certification, swimming ability, and good health. Gear, wetsuits, snacks, and drinks are included.

“Es war unglaublich, sollte man auf jeden Fall buchen!”

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6.Oahu: Shallow Reef Scuba Dive for Certified Divers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 3 hours · from $248

Join Dive Oahu for two guided reef sessions at sites such as Kaiser's and Turtle Canyons. A PADI instructor leads certified divers through shallow Southern Oahu waters, with quality gear, snacks, refreshments, and time to spot Hawaiian green sea turtles, reef sharks, rays, octopus, and tropical fish.

“A great dive with lots of sea turtles and two white tip reef sharks. The equipment was very good and all is very organized and safe. The captain (Nacho) was a great guy and Dan the instructor took really good care of everyone and was a very good spotter of sea life. Absolutely recommended if you are in the area.”

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