Honolulu Guided Night Dive
GuidedDuration: 4 hours
Features
Description
See Hawaii’s Reefs at Night - Advanced Certification Required!
Duration of Adventure
- 4 Hours
Location / Where to Meet
- Boat Address & Check-In: Ala Wai Harbor, 1651 Ala Moana Blvd, Slip #71, Honolulu, HI 96815
- Dock call is one hour before sunset (varies by season).
- Please arrive 30 minutes early before your departure time for a mandatory orientation.
- Paid Parking is available but may fill up quickly.
Ages & Requirements
- Advanced Open Water Certification required.
- Minimum age of 10 years old to participate.
- You will be required to complete a DAN Medical Questionnaire at Check-in but preferably fill out ahead of the tour time to know if you can dive.
- If you have to answer yes to specific questions about past or current medical conditions it may be required for you to have a doctor complete the form so that you will be allowed to participate. Due to space being reserved for you and not allowing others to have this space, not completing this prior does not allow you to receive a refund if you can not participate until a doctor completes the form and a rescheduling last minute fee may be applied.
- You need to allow 18 hours to pass before flying after diving.
What’s Included
- Certified Instructor
- Tanks & Weights
- Two-Tank Dive Trip (1 sunset, 1 full night)
- Drinking water is available onboard
Not Included
- Gratuity - Never expected but if you have a great experience, please consider gifting 10 to 25% to your instructors and guides!
- Rental Scuba Equipment (BCDs, regulators, mask, fins, etc.) available for an extra fee.
- Dive lights are also available for rent.
- There is an extra small Ocean Stewardship fee at checkout.
- You have the option to add on a photo package: you can rent a gopro yourself and keep the SD card or you can have your dive guide record for you.
- You can add trip protection for an extra fee at checkout.
- Please bring your own snacks as needed and a reusable water bottle.
What to Bring / Wear
- Swimsuit & Towel
- Reef-Safe Sunscreen
- Extra Layers of Clothing–Sweatshirts and warm hats
- Dry bag
- Snacks & Water
- Certification Cards
- 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
Please 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. Please also be respectful of any marine animals including but not limited to turtles, rays, sharks, seals, and dolphins. Please never chase, harass, feed, or TOUCH any of the marine species. Enjoy their company if they approach from a distance and calmly move away from them if in their path.
ADVENTURE PROVIDED BY Aloha Scuba Diving Co.
FAQs
What kind of marine life will I see at night?
Night diving in Honolulu opens up a whole new cast of ocean critters you might never spot during the day. You'll likely see octopuses creeping across the reef, moray eels out hunting, and crustaceans like spiny lobsters and crabs scuttling across the sea floor. Sleeping parrotfish tucked into their mucus cocoons are a common sight, along with squirrelfish and soldierfish flashing their big, reflective eyes in your dive light. If you're lucky, you might catch reef sharks cruising the deeper shadows or watch bioluminescent plankton sparkle to life around you with every kick of your fins. Some corals even open up and feed at night, giving the reef a totally different, alien-like appearance compared to the daytime.
Do I need any prior experience to participate?
Yes—you’ll need to have your Advanced Open Water Diver certification (or higher) to join this two-tank night dive. Night diving requires a specific set of skills like good buoyancy control, comfort navigating in low visibility, and the ability to manage lights and signals underwater. If you’re already certified for night diving, even better. This adventure is geared toward certified divers who are confident and experienced enough to handle the extra challenges (and epic rewards) of diving after dark. If you’re newer to diving or haven't done a night dive before, we recommend completing a night dive specialty course or logging a few daytime dives with us first!
Can I dive if I wear glasses?
Standard eyeglasses can’t be worn with a dive mask, but prescription masks are available for those who need vision correction while snorkeling. If you’re interested, consider looking into a prescription mask option before your tour. Alternatively, contact lenses can be worn under a dive mask, though it’s best to close your eyes if water enters to prevent losing a lens.
Can I dive with a mustache or beard?
You can dive with a beard or mustache but it can prevent a tight seal between the mask and your face, which may cause water to leak in. It is often recommended to shave at least your mustache before diving. If you’d prefer not to shave your mustache, please bring petroleum jelly or chapstick with you. If you coat your mustache in that chapstick or jelly, it may be able to seal and prevent water from getting in.
Can I fly after diving?
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 1000 ft (305 m) 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 discuss with your dive guide ahead of time what is suggested!
Can I go hiking after diving?
Any activity that brings you above 1000 ft (305 m) can trigger the Bends/Decompression Sickness. Please check your hike elevation to ensure that at no time you will be going up in elevation. If the hike does go to elevation, you must treat it like a preflight interval as listed above in the flying FAQ.
What sunscreen can I use and why does it matter?
Common sunscreens contain chemicals that can harm coral reefs, as the particles are small enough to be absorbed by corals, causing toxicity and coral bleaching. Reef-friendly sunscreens are formulated without these harmful chemicals. Reef-SAFE sunscreens go a step further by using non-nano particles, which are too large for corals to ingest, helping to preserve marine ecosystems.
Please avoid sunscreens with oxybenzone, octinoxate, and parabens. Consider wearing sun-protective clothing, like long-sleeve rash guards, as an alternative to sunscreen. If you choose a mineral-based sunscreen, ensure it is labeled ‘non-nano.’
Cancellation Policy
Guest Cancellations:
• Reservations canceled by sending an email to info@divealohascuba.com with at least 48-hours notice will receive a full refund. Phone call cancellations will not be accepted.
• Reservations canceled with less than 48-hour notice will be charged the full charter price unless trip insurance was purchased.
• All 'no-shows' will be charged the full amount of the charter. Missed boat departures will be treated as 'no-shows' and are subject to the same policy.
For inquiries about cancellations, rescheduling, or any other concerns, please feel free to contact us:
• By email: info@divealohascuba.com
• By phone: (808) 622-3483
Aloha Scuba Diving Company offers trip protection as we understand that emergencies and unforeseen circumstances can occur.
Charter Alterations or Cancellations:
Aloha Scuba Diving Company reserves the right to alter charter details or cancel charters should it be necessary due to adverse weather, minimum passenger requirements, or other related conditions. We are not responsible for expenses and/or other related costs due to altered charter details or canceled charters. Guests are responsible for providing Aloha Scuba Diving Company with correct contact information so that we can keep you informed in the event of any changes made to your booked charter.
If a customer is only able to complete a single dive due to the need to alter the charter for adverse weather conditions, they will receive a refund for the cost of the second dive. See below for a breakdown of dive costs.
Please note that if a customer requests to reschedule a charter, a rebooking fee of $50 will apply. This fee is waived if the rescheduling is initiated by Aloha Scuba Diving Company due to unforeseen circumstances.
Student Performance and Rescheduling:
If a student does not meet course standards, he/she will be charged the following fees:
• $125 - Makeup confined water session (added to the next available class on Tuesdays or Saturdays)
• $179 - Makeup open water session (added to the next available class on Tuesdays or Saturdays)
Reservations canceled with at least 48-hours notice can be rescheduled or refunded, excluding the eLearning fee (if registered). There is no refund for eLearning once the code has been registered.
Reservations canceled with less than 48-hours notice can be rescheduled for the $50 administrative rescheduling fee.
Alternatively, students can opt for a private session to work on the required skills at a cost of $250. Please contact us to discuss and schedule a private session if desired.
Certification Requirements:
Aloha Scuba Diving Company requires that all customers dive within their current level of certification. Both digital and physical certification cards are accepted as proof of certification. In the event that a customer is unable to provide proof of their certification, they will be offered a dive that aligns with their verifiable certification level.
If a customer declines the proposed alternative dive that is in accordance with their certification level, they will not be eligible for a refund. It is crucial that customers ensure they have appropriate certification for the dives they are booking to avoid any disappointment or inconvenience.
If you have any questions or concerns about required certifications, please don't hesitate to contact us by phone at (808) 622-3483. Our staff will be happy to assist you and provide guidance to ensure you book the most suitable dive for your certification level.
Marine Life:
Marine life in the sea is affected by ocean conditions, seasonal changes, feeding trends, and other uncontrollable factors. While our experienced and knowledgeable crew make all reasonable efforts to find specific ocean dwellers, we cannot guarantee their presence. We are a 'leave no trace' company. We do not allow our customers to touch marine life, including turtles. Customers who actively try to touch ocean dwellers will be immediately returned to the boat and the rest of the dive(s) forfeited with no refund.
Prices:
All prices are subject to change without notice.
• The first dive price is $109.00, and the second dive is $50.00.
• All refunds for partial dives will be calculated as listed above.
eLearning Course Prices:
• Open Water: $230.00
• Advanced Open Water: $216.00
• Rescue Diver: $224.00
• Nitrox: $212.00
• ReActivate: $75.00
• All Specialties: $146.00
If you have any questions, concerns, or need further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us at (808) 622-3483 or info@divealohascuba.com.
Our team will be happy to help!
We look forward to providing you with an enjoyable and safe experience.
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1651 Ala Moana Blvd Slip#68, Front Row
Honolulu, HI, 96815
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