HONOLULU WATER ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE
Three Days to Open Water: Honolulu’s Compact Dive Course with Manny’s Diving Adventures
A three-day open water course that pairs confined-skills and dive theory with two tank dives per day; this guide explains what to expect, what’s included, and how to schedule the dives.
Three Days to Open Water: Honolulu’s Compact Dive Course with Manny’s Diving Adventures.
Off the shores of Honolulu, Manny’s Diving Adventures runs a three-day Open Water Course that combines classroom and confined-water skill sessions with guided open-water dives. Over three days you move from study and practice to two-tank days beneath the surface, with equipment provided and flexible scheduling to fit your trip.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Confined Skills and Dive Theory
The course opens with confined-water sessions and dive theory that lay the foundation for safe, confident open-water diving—your first day is dedicated to these core skills.
Two Tank Days on Day 2 and Day 3
After the initial training day, the program runs two-tank open-water dives on each of the remaining days so you get repeated, supervised in-water practice.
Gear Included and Flexible Scheduling
The listed rate covers gear, and the operator allows you to schedule the three components on non-consecutive days to fit your travel plans.
What the day feels like
How the Course Unfolds
The course moves deliberately from confined, shore-side skill practice and guided dive theory into supervised open-water dives: Day 1 is devoted to confined skills and classroom work, followed by two-tank days on Day 2 and Day 3. Gear is provided, and the schedule can be arranged to suit your itinerary.
THE TRAINING
Confined Skills and Dive Theory
The course opens with confined-water sessions and dive theory that lay the foundation for safe, confident open-water diving—your first day is dedicated to these core skills.
THE DIVES
Two Tank Days on Day 2 and Day 3
After the initial training day, the program runs two-tank open-water dives on each of the remaining days so you get repeated, supervised in-water practice.
THE PRACTICALS
Gear Included and Flexible Scheduling
The listed rate covers gear, and the operator allows you to schedule the three components on non-consecutive days to fit your travel plans.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most from this course.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The published rate is $650 per person and includes rental gear for the course.
You can elect to take the three days on non-consecutive dates. When booking, select your preferred first day on the calendar and you will be prompted to enter the date for the second dive.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the course?
The course is structured over three days.
What happens on Day 1?
Day 1 is devoted to confined-water skills and dive theory.
How many dives will I do?
You will complete two tank dives on each of the two open-water days (Day 2 and Day 3).
Is gear provided?
Yes—rental gear is included in the listed rate.
Can I schedule the days non-consecutively?
Yes—when booking, click your preferred first day on the calendar and you will be asked to enter the date of your second dive; non-consecutive scheduling is allowed.
What is the price?
The stated rate is $650 per person.