Kauai

15 Best Kauai Scuba Diving

Here’s my shortlist of Kauai dive operators, with options from never-dived to advanced. The signature site is Sheraton Caverns off Poipu, lava tubes where green sea turtles rest; look as long as you like, touching is off limits. In calm summer months, advanced divers can cross to Niihau for the clearest water around.

1.Kauais Ultimate Discover Scuba Dive – OCEAN EXPERIENCE (1 Tank Dive)

Embark on an unforgettable underwater adventure in Kauai! Dive into the depths with Ocean Experience's thrilling 1-tank scuba experience. Don't miss out, click now!

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Ally was awesome ! Super patient , fun , knowledgeable and a beautiful Lady all around. Great teacher and we just adored her !”

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2.Kauais Ultimate Boat 2 Tank Adventure Dive Certified Divers Only

Discover the underwater wonderland of Kauai with our thrilling 2-tank adventure dive! Dive certified divers only. Don't miss out - click here for the ultimate boat experience!

“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…”

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3.Kauais Exclusive Morning Scuba Charter for Experienced Divers

Unravel the secrets of Kauai's vibrant underwater world with the exclusive morning scuba charter, tailored for seasoned divers seeking an unparalleled diving experience.

★ 5.0

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

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4.Scuba Dive at Ni’Ihau (Forbidden Island)

Glimpse the vibrant underwater world of Ni'ihau, Hawaii's elusive

“I would highly recommend Nick and Jessie and their dive operation to anyone. They are safety conscious but also relaxed. Their hospitality on board was unmatched. Jesse even baked us some blueberry bread! They are very knowledg”

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5.Try Scuba Diving in Kauai: No Experience Needed

Immerse yourself in Kauai's breathtaking underwater world, where vibrant marine life awaits—discover why this diving experience is truly unforgettable.

★ 5.0

“A great introduction. I would trust this shop for additional adventures too. "Thomas Tommy Tom" was a great guide in somewhat challenging circumstances. My wife and I are experienced divers, and certified, but we hadn't been on a dive for 17 years. Being able to…”

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6.1 Tank Discover Scuba at Koloa Landing With No Experience Needed

Yearning to explore the underwater world? Discover the thrills and wonders of scuba diving at Koloa Landing, even if you have no prior experience.

★ 5.0

“Such a great experience!!! Devin was SO AMAZING! She is a yoga teacher/zen coach of the sea. Highly recommend. So many turtles!!! One actually accidentally ran into me when we were getting in. Many cool fish too! Big and small.”

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8.Try Scuba Diving in Kauai From a Boat for Non-Certified Divers

Find out how you can explore Kauai's stunning underwater world on a guided boat dive—an unforgettable adventure awaits you!

★ 5.0

“The open water diver introduction provided by Shawn, was simply, and easy. I was happy to find out that we would be spending diving in a spot that was in ocean water rather than a pool. This meant more time learning "breathing" surrounded by ocean.…”

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9.Premium Afternoon Scuba Charter for All Certified Diver Levels

Unleash your adventurous spirit with the Premium Afternoon Scuba Charter, where extraordinary underwater experiences await—discover what makes this dive truly unforgettable!

★ 5.0

“This is a fantastic dive! We were shown a TON of different marine life! Diving form the boat was easy and the staff was able to make the dive easy.”

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10.2 Tanks Scuba Dive Kaua’i from a Boat

Experience Kauai’s vibrant marine life on a personalized 2-tank boat scuba tour with explore Kauai Scuba. Small group, flexible sites, and expert guides.

★ 5.0

“We went on 2 different trips with Explore Kauai Scuba. Jessie and Nick did a fantastic job of making us feel comfortable on their boat and getting us to some nice dive sites.”

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11.One Tank Scuba Diving in Kauai South Shore Certified Diver Only

Unveil the underwater wonders of Kauai's South Shore on a daring One Tank Scuba Diving adventure, where certified divers will uncover the secrets that lie beneath the surface.

★ 4.5

“Had a great reef dive with Cat, who was very knowledgeable, friendly and helped point out rare and indigenous fish and other marine life. The check in was quick and the gear was good quality. We saw lots of turtles, eels, a lion fish and…”

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12.Scuba Dive From Shore With Hawaiian Sea Turtles at Koloa Landing

Find yourself face-to-face with majestic Hawaiian sea turtles at Koloa Landing; discover what awaits beneath the waves in this unforgettable diving experience.

“Did not offer transport from our port - probably wouldn’t do it again because transport was hard. The company was amazing. Taylor went above and beyond to make sure we got back without missing our ship. The other guy from San Fran was incredible. The…”

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15.Try Scuba Diving on Kaua’I With Sea Turtles

Feel the thrill of scuba diving in Kaua'i as you swim alongside majestic sea turtles; discover the underwater wonders waiting for you.

★ 5.0

“Jessie was super awesome. It was just me and my 10 year old daughter that day to scuba dive. She was super knowledgeable about all the under water creatures. Would highly recommend!”

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