HONOLULU SCUBA FIELD GUIDE
Two Sunlit Days to Your PADI Open Water — Waikiki to Maunalua Bay
A focused, two-day PADI Open Water course in Honolulu that pairs a pool skills session with four open-water dives; this guide explains the daily flow, logistics, and what to bring.
Two Sunlit Days to Your PADI Open Water — Waikiki to Maunalua Bay.
Get Scuba Certified in Honolulu with Big Kahuna Water Sports: a compact, two-day PADI Open Water course that combines a pool skills session and four open-water dives, taught with personalized instruction and an emphasis on safety, marine life and fun.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Two days, one certification
A concentrated PADI Open Water course delivered over two days: classroom/self-study plus one pool session and four open-water dives, with all books, materials and rental gear included in the price.
Personalized instruction in warm Hawaiian waters
Big Kahuna emphasizes personalized, safety-minded PADI instruction so new divers spend only part of each dive practicing skills and the rest exploring vibrant reef habitat and local wildlife.
Full certification at a budget price
The course advertises a strong value proposition — a complete Open Water certification for $500, with a $40 PADI e-card fee upon graduation — making it a cost-conscious way to earn a lifetime credential.
What the day feels like
What the two-day course feels like
The course rhythm is compact and practical: begin with independent academic study, move through a pool session to master basic skills, then complete four open-water dives across the two taught days. Expect 4–6 hours of activity per day, a start around 8:00 a.m., and instruction that balances skill mastery with time to explore reef life — including sea turtles.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this course suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Course runs as a 2-day program; activities run about 4–6 hours per day with an 8:00 a.m. start time.
Meeting and departure locations are Maunalua Bay or Waikiki, Oahu, Hawaii.
Bring swimwear, sunscreen, a hat and/or sunglasses, snacks and, if needed, motion-sickness medication; all books, materials and rental gear are included in the course price.
Course price is $500 per person; a $40 PADI certification e-card fee is payable upon graduation. Certification is an internationally recognized PADI Open Water credential.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How many days does the certification take?
The program is a two-day course combining a pool session and four open-water dives.
How long is each day of training?
Expect about 4–6 hours of activities per day with an 8:00 a.m. start time.
What does the price cover and are there additional fees?
The advertised price of $500 includes books, materials and rental gear; there is an additional $40 PADI e-card fee after graduation.
What is the minimum age to participate?
Divers must be at least 10 years old to dive in this program.
Where do I meet for the course?
Meeting locations are Maunalua Bay or Waikiki on Oahu.
Are the training days required to be consecutive?
Days do not need to be consecutive, though consecutive scheduling is recommended.
What should I bring to the course?
Bring swim attire, sunscreen, a hat and/or sunglasses, snacks and motion-sickness medicine if you are prone to seasickness.
Are there medical or other participation restrictions?
Participants must sign a waiver, be in good general health, and declare all medical/physical restrictions at reservation; the course is not recommended for elderly, disabled, or pregnant women.