How much does it cost to rent scuba gear in Hawaii?

SCUBA Gear per 24 hour rental

Daily Weekly (7 days)
BCD*: $25 $75
Regulator with gauges*: $25 $75
Weights: $8 $24
Wetsuit: $15 $45

Is the Big Island good for scuba diving?

Scuba Diving on the Big Island. The underwater world around all Hawaiian Islands is a #1 destination for Scuba divers world wide. Diving on the Big Island is a great way to get away from the crowds and to explore the underwater landscapes on your own.

Do you need a wetsuit to dive in Kona?

Even though the waters are warm, you still need a wetsuit to scuba dive in Hawaii. However, it doesn’t need to be very thick or insulated.

Is snorkeling free in Hawaii?

There are many snorkeling spots that are FREE! And, since most beaches in Hawaii are free… this means that snorkeling is free too! One notable exception to this is Hanauma Bay. This is one of the best snorkeling spots in Oahu, and there’s an entry fee to snorkel here.

How much is it to snorkel in Hawaii?

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Type of Charter Price
Three tank boat charter. Fri, Sat and Sun $169
Two tank dusk and Night Dive $124
Snorkel with Turtles Tour (guided snorkeling) $89
Unguided snorkeler on scuba charter/Rider $59

Why do scuba divers spit in their masks?

Decreasing the surface tension and creating a moisture film prevents fogging. So how does Spit help? Saliva acts as a surfactant. Surfactants are wetting agents that lower the surface tension of a liquid, allowing easier spreading.

Which Hawaii island has best scuba?

There is no best Hawaiian island for scuba diving — every island packs its own flavor. The Big Island offers the greatest number of dive sites, as well as sweeping biodiversity on reef dives, from manta rays to nudibranchs. The island of Kauai delivers the biggest numbers of green sea turtles.

Can you scuba dive in Hawaii without certification?

Can you scuba dive without being certified? Yes, Beginners or First time scuba diving participants aged 12 and older can go on two shallow (to 40 feet) introductory Discover Scuba dives, each at a different dive site.

Should I bring wet suit to Hawaii?

It may sound silly since Hawaii is synonymous with warm water surfing but it does get chilly sometimes. You won’t need to pack your winter 4/3 full suit by any means but a nice 1 or 2mm wetsuit top will help keep your core warm and allow you to surf longer, especially if the trade winds start to pick up.