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Open Water Scuba Certification

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Overview

If you’ve always wanted to take scuba diving lessons, experience unparalleled adventure and see the world beneath the waves, this is where it starts. Get your scuba diving certification with the Open Water Scuba Diver course – the world’s most popular and widely recognized scuba course. Millions of people have learned to scuba dive and gone on to discover the wonders of the aquatic world through this course.

What's Included

  • Use of SCUBA equipment
  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities
  • Private transportation
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Auahi Street
Honolulu, HI 96813, USA

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What To Expect

This is a full scuba certification course that takes place over 2 consecutive weekends.
Day one will be review the final exam and confined water scuba training from the beach. Day two will be 2 scuba dives in the ocean. The next weekend Day 3 will be completing the confined water training and Day 4 will be the final 2 check out dives.
All equipment except mask, snorkel fins and boots are included (Bring your own or prices start at $175). Digital learning is included and required to be completed before 1st day of class (contact us directly for access). At the completion of the training you will have earned an Open Water Scuba Certification from Scuba Schools International (SSI) and will have logged four local scuba dives.
Class is designed for locals, but anyone that can meet the schedule is welcome. You are going to require your own transportation.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Diving within 48 hours of flying is not recommended. All participants will be required to complete a health questionnaire prior to diving. Some pre-existing medical conditions (eg asthma, heart conditions, etc) may prevent you from diving, please consult your doctor
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: How soon can I fly in an airplane after Scuba diving?

A: Participants in the Open Water Scuba Certification cannot fly in an airplane within 24 hours of their dive. The main concern with scuba diving and flying is decompression sickness (DCS). Your body needs adequate time during an ascent to off-gas excess nitrogen, or you can form bubbles in your bloodstream, possibly leading to DCS. Read more Jun 2024

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: How soon can I fly in an airplane after Scuba diving?
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Participants in the Open Water Scuba Certification cannot fly in an airplane within 24 hours of their dive.

The main concern with scuba diving and flying is decompression sickness (DCS). Your body needs adequate time during an ascent to off-gas excess nitrogen, or you can form bubbles in your bloodstream, possibly leading to DCS.

Jun 2024
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Open Water Scuba Certification?
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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Use of SCUBA equipment.
  • Professional guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
  • Private transportation.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 15. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Open Water Scuba Certification is as follows:

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Open Water Scuba Certification will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Use of SCUBA equipment
  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities
  • Private transportation

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Diving within 48 hours of flying is not recommended. All participants will be required to complete a health questionnaire prior to diving. Some pre-existing medical conditions (eg asthma, heart conditions, etc) may prevent you from diving, please consult your doctor
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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