The Honolulu 2-tank reef dive from Aloha Scuba Diving Co. is a 4-hour charter from Ala Wai Harbor for about $205: two reef sites to a maximum of 60 feet with tanks, weights and a divemaster, departing at 8:30 AM or 1:30 PM. It suits Open Water divers and ride-along partners; the drawback is unnamed sites and gear rental extra.
Highlights
Two reef dives off Honolulu with a 60-foot maximum depth, pitched at Open Water divers (Greetwell listing).
$205.33 per certified diver aged 10 and over, $113.56 for snorkelers and ride-alongs (Greetwell, October 2026).
Tanks, weights and a divemaster guide included; personal gear rental is available at an unlisted price.
Check-in at Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor, Slip 68, at 8:30 AM or 1:30 PM for the mandatory safety briefing on the Diamond T2.
Operator-wide 4.7 from 271 Google reviews, with recent praise for named guides and two flagged concerns about briefings and repeated sites.
What to Expect
Check in at Slip 68, Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor, at 8:30 AM or 1:30 PM with your certification card; missing check-in means a $50 per-person rescheduling fee.
Attend the boat safety briefing and set up your rented or own gear while the Diamond T2 leaves the harbor.
Complete the first reef dive, chosen that day from sites off Honolulu, to a maximum of 60 feet with the divemaster.
Take a surface interval on the boat, then dive a second reef site.
Return to the harbor about 4 hours after check-in.
What's Included
Two tanks and weights
Divemaster guide
Boat charter on the Diamond T2
What's Not Included
Personal gear rental (available, price not listed)
Towel, water and snacks
Gratuity (not mentioned on fetched pages)
What to Bring
Certification card, digital or physical
Swimsuit and towel
Sunscreen
Water in a reusable bottle and snacks
Own gear or rental arranged in advance
Restrictions and Requirements
Certified divers only for the diver rate; age 10 and over
Snorkelers and ride-alongs welcome at the lower rate
Mandatory check-in and briefing; $50 per-person fee to reschedule after a missed check-in
Operator may cancel for weather, minimum numbers or safety with refund or free reschedule
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 48 hours before check-in for a full refund or free rebooking; between 48 and 24 hours a $50 per-person fee applies to reschedule; inside 24 hours, no-shows and missed departures are charged in full. If the operator cancels for weather, minimum numbers or safety you may take a full refund or reschedule free. Checked October 2026 on Greetwell.
Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor, Slip 68, Honolulu (vessel Diamond T2); shop at 410 Atkinson Dr, Honolulu, HI 96814
Check-In
8:30 AM for morning departures, 1:30 PM for afternoon departures
Parking and Getting There
Marina parking at $1 per hour at the meter (Greetwell Divemaster listing)
Ratings from every source we could find
Google
4.7
271 reviews
Google Maps — Summarized by Our Team
Similar general sentiment pattern to the operator's wreck charter; reef site selection depends on conditions that day.
Last checked 2026-09-15
Ratings and review counts are checked periodically and may not reflect same-day changes on each platform.
What the Reviews Say
We read 1 Google review displayed on Greetwell (5/5, July 2026, about a discovery dive) plus Greetwell's unattributed summary of the operator's recent Google reviews, collected October 2026. We have not yet read a dated sample for this charter specifically.
What Reviewers Praise
Guides go slowly with less experienced divers(1 of the 1 review we read)
The only review text visible describes a slow, easy pace and a guide who made a first-time diver feel safe, consistent with the Greetwell summary naming several guides for attentiveness.
— Google via Greetwell, 5★, July 2026: a discovery diver said she "felt so safe" with her guide and that they went slowly and saw a lot.
What Reviewers Complain About
Same site repeated and boat positioning after a dive(1 report (Greetwell review summary) · operator issue · most recent: 2026 (undated in summary))
Greetwell's summary of recent Google reviews notes one diver who found three trips to the same site repetitive and had trouble with where the boat was positioned after a dive; because sites are chosen on the day, repeat customers should ask for variety.
Briefing attention and wildlife handling questioned(1 report (Greetwell review summary) · operator issue · most recent: 2026 (undated in summary))
The same summary records one reviewer who felt ignored during briefings and questioned how a crew member handled marine life; we could not read the full review.
About the Operator in General
Aloha Scuba Diving Co. shows 4.7 from 271 Google reviews on Greetwell, whose summary praises named guides and the captain, motion-sickness help and optional GoPro photos, and flags two recent concerns: a diver who felt ignored during briefings and questioned a crew member's wildlife handling, and one who found three trips to the same site repetitive and had boat-positioning problems after a dive.
Our Verdict
Tripreviewall's Take
At about $205 for two guided reef dives from a harbor next to Waikiki, this is a convenient choice for Open Water divers who do not want to drive to the west side, and the 60-foot ceiling keeps it inside their training. The unnamed sites and the two complaints in the operator's review summary mean repeat divers should ask what is planned. Advanced divers wanting a wreck should book the operator's Wreck and Reef charter at the same price.
Book This Tour If…
You hold Open Water or higher and want two easy reef dives close to Waikiki
You travel with a non-diver who wants to ride along or snorkel for $113.56
You can make an 8:30 AM or 1:30 PM check-in and the safety briefing
You own your gear or have confirmed the rental price
Skip This Tour If…
You want a wreck; this charter is reef only
You need to know the dive sites before paying
You are prone to seasickness on a small boat
Your plans may change inside 48 hours
Tips From Reviewers and Operator Notes
Ask the shop which sites are planned and the rental price when booking; neither is on the listing
Arrive before 8:30 AM or 1:30 PM; a missed briefing costs $50 to reschedule
Bring a reusable water bottle; snacks and water are not included
Pay the marina meter ($1 per hour) or walk from Waikiki
Repeat divers should request a different site on their second day
Assessed by the Tripreviewall editorial team, last reviewed October 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the Honolulu 2-tank reef dive with Aloha Scuba Diving Co.?
The Reef Explorer 2-tank charter costs $205.33 per certified diver aged 10 and over on Greetwell as of October 2026, including tanks, weights and a divemaster. Snorkelers and ride-alongs pay $113.56. Personal gear rental is extra and the price is not listed.
How deep are the dives on the Reef Explorer charter?
The two reef dives go to a maximum of 60 feet, which the listing describes as ideal for Open Water divers. Sites off Honolulu are chosen on the day by the crew, so the exact reefs are not named in advance.
Where does the Reef Explorer dive charter depart?
The charter departs from Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor, Slip 68, on the private vessel Diamond T2, a short distance from Waikiki. Check-in is at 8:30 AM for morning trips or 1:30 PM for afternoon trips and includes a mandatory safety briefing.
Can non-divers join the Reef Explorer charter?
Yes. Snorkelers and ride-alongs can join for $113.56 per person on Greetwell. The listing does not state a minimum age for them; the certified diver rate applies from age 10.
What is included in the 2-tank reef dive?
The price includes two tanks, weights, a divemaster guide and the boat charter. You bring a certification card, swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, water and snacks, and either your own gear or a rental arranged with the shop.
What is the cancellation policy for the Reef Explorer charter?
Cancel at least 48 hours before check-in for a full refund or free rebooking; between 48 and 24 hours a $50 per-person fee applies to reschedule; inside 24 hours, no-shows and missed departures are charged in full. If the operator cancels for weather, numbers or safety you get a refund or free reschedule.
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