Business Details
26 Years
experience
Honolulu Scuba Diving & Snorkeling Adventures
Rainbow Scuba Hawaii has been introducing visitors and locals to Oahu's underwater wonders for over 25 years. As a PADI-certified training facility and locally owned operation, we specialize in personalized scuba diving and snorkeling experiences that prioritize safety, education, and environmental stewardship. Our expert instructors bring decades of combined experience navigating Hawaiian waters, offering guided tours to iconic sites like the Sea Tiger shipwreck and Turtle Canyon reef. With our own dedicated 36' catamaran and strict 6-diver maximum policy, we ensure intimate, crowd-free adventures tailored to individual skill levels.From first-time divers to advanced wreck explorations, our comprehensive services include equipment rental, certification courses, and private charters. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as Honolulu's most highly recommended scuba operation, with a 100% safety record and focus on creating unforgettable connections between people and Hawaii's marine ecosystems.
Services
Scuba Diving Tours
Snorkeling Excursions
PADI Certification
Private Charters
Dive Gear Rental
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- PADI-certified instructors with 20+ years of local diving experience
- Guaranteed lowest scuba diving prices in Honolulu
- All necessary dive gear included in tour prices
- Exclusive 6-diver maximum policy for personalized attention
- Eco-conscious operations respecting Hawaiian marine ecosystems
Associations and certifications
- PADI
Services
Scuba Diving Tours
Explore Honolulu's best dive sites including the Sea Tiger shipwreck and Horseshoe Reef. Certified divers experience depths up to 120 feet with expert guidance. Tours include all necessary equipment and safety briefings. Encounter marine life like green sea turtles, reef sharks, and tropical fish in Oahu's clearest waters.
Snorkeling Excursions
Discover Turtle Canyon's vibrant marine ecosystem with guided snorkeling adventures. Suitable for all ages and skill levels, tours include equipment rental and expert supervision. Observe sea turtles and tropical fish in their natural habitat with options for private charters and family groups.
PADI Certification
Learn to scuba dive through PADI-certified training programs. Courses range from beginner Open Water to advanced specialties. Includes classroom instruction, pool training, and open water dives. Professional instruction ensures safe, confident divers ready to explore Oahu's underwater world.
Private Charters
Customize your diving or snorkeling experience with private boat charters. Up to six guests enjoy personalized itineraries and dedicated instructor attention. Ideal for special occasions, photography expeditions, or those seeking solitude at premier dive sites like the Sea Tiger wreck.
Dive Gear Rental
Full scuba equipment packages available for certified divers. Includes tanks, regulators, BCDs, wetsuits, and accessories. All gear maintained to strict safety standards. Rental options available for single dives or multi-day charters without additional purchase pressure.
People
Ken Goetz
Founder & Master Instructor
Master scuba instructor and licensed boat captain with 20+ years navigating Hawaiian waters. Specializes in PADI certification, advanced diving instruction, and marine salvage operations. Leads Rainbow Scuba Hawaii's team with deep knowledge of Oahu's dive sites.
Questions
What scuba diving experience levels do you accommodate?
We cater to all levels from first-time divers to advanced wreck explorers. Our 6-diver maximum ensures personalized instruction for every skill level.
What marine life will I see during dives?
Expect green sea turtles, white-tip reef sharks, eagle rays, tropical fish, and moray eels. Wreck dives feature unique ecosystems with frogfish and coral formations.
Do I need certification for all diving activities?
Certification is required for wreck dives. We offer Discover Scuba programs for beginners to safely experience diving under instructor supervision.
What safety measures are in place for divers?
We maintain a 100% safety record with strict protocols, small groups, and experienced PADI instructors. All tours include safety briefings and emergency preparedness.
Can I rent dive equipment without booking a tour?
Equipment rental is available for certified divers booking charter dives. Includes full gear packages maintained to professional safety standards.
What makes your private charters unique?
Exclusive boat access for up to six guests with customizable itineraries. Enjoy personalized attention from instructors and priority access to premier dive sites.
Reviews (4)
Dan Wong
Jan 05, 2022
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Awesome! Capt Ken is a consummate professional with a warm personality. Heres a pic of him hamming it up on the Sea Tiger today. I love how Ken puts safety 1st while keeping it fun for everyone. The turtle watched us swim by as did all the different fishes from jacks to goats.
Mike C.
Oct 18, 2021
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Had an awesome time with these guys! We did a private snorkel and they were awesome! Made sure we had a good time. Very laid back and way better than going on a group one. They took awesome pictures of us snorkeling too! We really wanted to see turtles and they put us right on them and we saw a bunch of turtles and tropical fish. Highly recommend this place and will for sure be back!
Brinda B.
Aug 12, 2021
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Diving with Ken and the captain is an absolute pleasure. Ken was brilliant in helping me refresh the basics before going in for an advance dive to a wreck site. He is also very thorough with safety checks. All along he made sure the group was entertained and well informed about the dive/site. If you get a spot, don't think twice. Highly recommend.
Amy Herrick
Jun 24, 2021
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Hard to find as no signage at the peir. Also, hard to communicate with as they did not return phone call. Best part is if you are an experienced snorkeler/diver you will have no issues. Guide does not get in the water with you, and leaves it up to you to navigate the reef and the crowds. Extremely friendly. We were able to stay in the water the entire time and saw multiple turtles, fish, and even some reef sharks.
