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Dive Gear & Snorkel Rental in Kona

Rental

Duration: 1 day

Features

Free Cancellation
Early Pick Up
Delivery
Kid Friendly
Locally Owned
Instant Book
$0 Diver
$0 Snorkel Rental

Description

Rent Scuba Diving and Snorkeling Gear in Kona

Experience Kona's diverse and vibrant marine life on self-guided adventures with the convenience of Kona Shore Divers' rental equipment! Snorkelers can find everything they need in our 24-hour gear rentals! Our professionals will fit the masks and fins to you for a full day of snorkeling Kona's pristine waters!
For our certified scuba divers, we have all the gear you could need to go on your shore diving adventures at your own pace. We can drop off or meet us at our store to be fitted and on your way! Take the chance to self-guide yourself on an adventure in the open ocean searching for majestic manta rays and hidden delights, including the day octopus and resting green sea turtles! 

Duration of Adventure

  1. 24-hour rentals

Location of Rental Pickup

  1. Free Delivery and Pickup from Ali’i Drive Beaches, Hotels and Condos are available upon request.
  2. Store location: 75-5660 Kopiko St, D5B, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

Ages & Requirements

  • Adults must accompany minors when renting any gear
  • Kids-sized snorkel gear is available
  • No age requirement for scuba equipment but everyone must be certified
  • Must have proof of certification to rent scuba equipment
  • Wetsuits and BCDs are available in XS to XXL
  • No prescription masks are available 

What's Included

  • Rental gear package you choose - There are full scuba and snorkel sets available or separate specific gear.
  • Scuba package will include BCD, reg, 2 tanks, weights, and flag
  • Snorkel package includes rental mask and snorkel
  • Additional gear (fins, wetsuits, dive computers, etc.) is available for an extra fee
  • Wetsuits and BCDs are available in XS to XXL
  • 24 hour rental unless specified otherwise
  • Professionals to fit your gear
  • Dive professionals can give you information on dive/snorkel locations in the area
  • Nitrox is available if you select that!

Not Included

  • Certifications - This is solely renting equipment from the shop as an already certified diver.
  • Guides/Lessons - This is solely renting gear, although some of the store managers may be able to advise you on good spots to go, it is always up to your own discretion and research.
  • Prescription masks are not available for rent here
  • Larger or smaller sizes of wetsuits and BCDs beyond XS to XXL

What to Bring / Wear

  • Swimsuit
  • Towel
  • Reef-Safe Sunscreen
  • Extra layers of clothing - sweatshirts and warm hats
  • Dry bag
  • Snacks & Water
  • Certification cards (plus nitrox certification card if applicable)
  • Required paperwork - Signed medical form if required, waivers, etc.
  • Waterproof & Pressure Proof Camera (e.g. GoPros NEED the special DIVE case) - The company is not responsible for any damaged or lost items.
  • Seasickness medications - If you are prone to seasickness, it is recommended to take sea sickness medication at least 30 minutes to 1 hour before the scheduled boat time. It is too late to take the medication if you are already seasick on the boat.
  • Please remove any jewelry, watches, or anything that can get caught by the equipment or damaged by the water and pressure.

Wildlife Guidelines

Turtles, rays, sharks, seals, and dolphins are all protected species in Hawaii. You are not allowed to chase, harass, feed, or TOUCH any of the marine species. Please enjoy their company if they approach from a distance and calmly move away from them if in their path. Please also be respectful of the fact that coral is a living organism and any standing, touching, or knocking over will irreparably damage the organism that takes a very long time to grow and is essential to our marine reefs.

ADVENTURE PROVIDED BY Kona Shore Divers

FAQs

What sizes do you have?

We carry sizes from XS-XXL in BCDs and wetsuits! We have snorkel sets for kids available!

What size tanks do you have, and do you rent Nitrox?

For both air and nitrox, we rent sizes 63's and 80's in the tanks, we do not have any 100's. We rent nitrox but you must show proof of your nitrox certification!

Do you have prescription masks?

Sorry we do not have prescription masks at this time!

Can I rent scuba gear without my certification?

You NEED to be certified in order to rent scuba gear and you will need to show proof of your certification when you pick up the gear. If you are PADI-certified, we can usually search your certification online with your name and date of birth but any other organizations should plan to bring their card with them.

Can I fly after diving? **ANY elevation above 1000FT (305m) is DANGEROUS

Flying directly after scuba diving is incredibly dangerous and could result in a life-threatening illness called the Bends/Decompression Sickness. The Divers Alert Network (DAN) guidelines for flying after diving include:

  • A single no-decompression dive, a minimum preflight surface or any driving to above 1000ft (305m) interval of 12 hours suggested.
  • Multiple dives per day or multiple days of diving, a minimum preflight surface or any driving to above 1000ft (305m) interval of 18 hours is suggested.
  • Dives requiring decompression stops are recommended to have longer than 18 hours.

Please double check any travel after your dive. Any road that leaves Kona going North or going South will bring you above the recommended limits. The saddle road to Hilo also rises to above the recommended elevation after diving. Please treat this overland travel just like flying.

Cancellation Policy

We are happy to assist you with any tour date and time changes.
Guests will receive a full refund or credit when a booking is cancelled 48 hours before the booking is to begin. Guests will also receive a full refund or credit when a booking is cancelled by the operator, which could be due to inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Guests that no-show and do not communicate the need to cancel, will not receive a refund and will be charged the full price of the booking. Guests do have the option to purchase trip protection for their booking; which grants a full refund of the booking, even if a cancellation is made less than 48 hours before the booking is to begin. If you are booking with one of our affiliate companies, please take note of our cancellation polices, as these will apply to any booking with Kona Shore Divers.

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Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740

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