Hilo 2-Tank Shore Dive at Waiʻolena (Leleiwi) Beach

Overview

The Hilo Ocean Adventures Hilo 2 tank shore dive takes certified divers to Waiʻolena (Leleiwi) Beach for two guided walk-in dives at 25 to 70 feet over coral and lava, with tanks, weights, transport and snacks for $249. It suits Open Water divers who can handle rock entries. The drawback is the surge-timed entry over lava rock, done twice.

Highlights

• $249 per diver on the operator's site as of October 2026, including 2 tanks, weights, a divemaster for up to 6 divers, transport and surface-interval snacks; full gear rental is $69 per day.
• Dive site is Waiʻolena (Leleiwi), a few miles from downtown Hilo, with depths of 25 to 70 feet set by conditions and your certification; the second dive is usually deeper and may move to another site.
• Entry and exit are walk-in over lava rock, timed with the surge, on both dives; the operator rates it moderate to advanced and re-rates every morning.
• Requires Open Water certification or equivalent and a logged dive within 2 years, otherwise a refresher first; ages 10 and up with a parent for minors.
• Water is 75 to 80 °F and a 3 mm wetsuit is recommended year-round; wait 18 hours before flying or driving to Mauna Kea, Saddle Road or Volcano.

What to Expect

1. Meet at the shop at 1717 Kamehameha Avenue with your certification card, assemble rental or personal gear, and ride to Waiʻolena Beach.
2. After a site briefing you carry your gear over uneven lava rock and time the walk-in entry with the surge, assisted by the divemaster.
3. The first dive explores coral heads and volcanic terrain at 25 to 70 feet; green sea turtles frequent the cove.
4. During the surface interval on shore you get snacks and bottled water.
5. The second dive is usually deeper and sometimes at a different site; after the exit over rock you return to the shop, about 4.5 hours after departure.

What to Bring

• Certification card and logbook
• Swimsuit, towel, reef-safe sunscreen and a warm layer
• Your own gear if serviced within the last year

Restrictions and Requirements

• Open Water certified or equivalent; last logged dive within 2 years or take a refresher
• Ages 10 and up; minors dive with a parent or guardian and are limited to their certified depth
• Must be able to carry gear and walk over uneven lava rock twice
• Maximum 6 divers per guide
• No flying or travel to elevation (Saddle Road, Mauna Kea, Volcano) for at least 18 hours after diving

Cancellation Policy

Not stated on the operator's dive page. The operator's snorkel tour, listed by the same reseller, carries a full refund for cancellations 48 or more hours in advance and no refund for late cancellations or no-shows, with full refunds when the operator cancels for conditions; confirm that the same terms apply to the dive when booking. Checked October 2026 on hilooceanadventures.com and Greetwell.

Location

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Hilo, Big Island, Hawaii

Meeting Point

Hilo Ocean Adventures shop, 1717 Kamehameha Ave, Hilo, HI 96720; dive site is Waiʻolena (Leleiwi) Beach a few miles east

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