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Discover Scuba Diving Adventures in Kauai
Bubbles Below Kauai was founded with a mission to inspire scuba divers to care about the marine world through encounters, education, and natural curiosity. Our team of experienced naturalists and certified instructors leads marine ecology tours that prioritize sustainable practices and conservation. We are committed to preserving Kauai's coral reefs and marine life through responsible diving practices. With over a decade of combined experience, our crew includes PADI and SSI-certified professionals who serve as Citizen Scientists for NOAA and other environmental agencies. We specialize in small-group dives limited to 2-4 students per instructor, ensuring personalized attention and safety.Our unique dual-certification status allows us to offer both PADI and SSI courses, while our flexible approach enables us to adapt dive sites based on real-time conditions. We maintain strong partnerships with local environmental organizations to protect marine ecosystems. Our team's expertise extends to marine life identification and rescue operations, with crew members trained to evaluate and report stranded marine animals. Customer satisfaction is our priority, as evidenced by our consistent five-star reviews and returning client base.
Services
Two-Tank Charter
Three-Tank Adventure
Mana Crack Tour
Koloa Landing Dive
Night Shore Dives
Scuba Certification
Highlights and features
- Our naturalist-led tours prioritize marine conservation education
- Dual-certified PADI and SSI instructors ensure comprehensive training
- Flexible site selection based on real-time ocean conditions
- Small group sizes with 2-4 students per instructor
- Citizen Scientists collaborating with NOAA and DLNR agencies
Associations and certifications
- PADI
- SSI
What people say
Knowledgeable crew
Personalized attention
Memorable marine life encounters
Flexible site selection
Strong safety focus
Services
Two-Tank Local Charter
Explore Kauai's best dive sites with expert naturalist guides. This 4-5 hour charter accommodates small groups, ensuring personalized instruction and safety. Ideal for divers seeking educational encounters with marine life while supporting conservation efforts.
Three-Tank Advanced Dive
Extended diving experience covering multiple advanced sites. Designed for certified divers seeking deeper exploration of Kauai's underwater ecosystems. Includes specialized instruction on marine biodiversity and reef conservation practices.
Mana Crack Tour
Unique dive through submerged barrier reefs and coral formations. This guided tour explores deep fissures and marine habitats inaccessible to most operators. Combines adventure with ecological education about coral reef preservation.
Scuba Certification
Comprehensive PADI and SSI certification programs. Courses include classroom instruction, pool training, and open water dives. Small class sizes ensure thorough skill development and safety training for new divers.
Night Shore Dive
Specialized evening dives revealing nocturnal marine life. Certified divers experience bioluminescent organisms and nighttime reef ecosystems. Includes guided underwater tours with safety-focused dive masters.
People
Captain Clay
Owner
Experienced dive master and environmental advocate with over 15 years in marine conservation. Leads by example with proactive site selection and safety protocols. Recognized for exceptional customer service and ecological stewardship.
Jordan
Divemaster
Certified instructor specializing in marine life identification and rescue operations. Known for finding rare underwater species and extending dive times safely. Holds multiple advanced diving certifications and teaching credentials.
Anthony
Divemaster
PADI-certified professional with expertise in underwater navigation and safety protocols. Praised for patient instruction and ability to locate unique marine life during dives. Maintains strong focus on environmental education.
Questions
What dive sites do you visit?
We explore Kauai's best locations including Mana Crack's submerged reefs, Koloa Landing's shore dives, and select NaPali Coast sites. Site selection adapts to daily conditions for optimal visibility and safety.
Do you offer certification courses?
Yes, we provide PADI and SSI certifications from beginner to advanced levels. Courses include Open Water, Advanced Open Water, Rescue Diver, and specialty programs like Nitrox training.
What should I bring for a dive?
Bring swimwear, towel, and dive insurance. We provide all necessary equipment including tanks, BCDs, regulators, and wetsuits. Recommend waterproof camera for capturing marine life encounters.
Are group sizes limited?
Yes, we maintain small groups with maximum 4 students per instructor. Discovery Scuba Diving classes limit to 2-4 participants ensuring personalized attention and safety during training dives.
How do you handle poor conditions?
Our crew proactively relocates to optimal sites based on real-time conditions. We prioritize diver safety and experience quality, with flexible scheduling to accommodate weather changes while maintaining conservation practices.
Reviews (7)
Barbara
Nov 29, 2021
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We went on an outing with Bubbles Below during Thanksgiving week 2021. Blondie, in the office, was welcoming and helpful. Clay, the boat captain was expert in all matters (and told great jokes!). Manny, our divemaster, was highly knowledgeable and patient with our beginner status. For the four of us, it was our first dive on Kauai. We felt supported, expertly guided, and safe from start to finish. We will definitely book with them when we return. We also appreciated how they support citizen science and NOAA science efforts around the island. Mahalo!
Jessica Horine
Nov 08, 2021
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Very communicative via email but we didnt get the email. Booked Mana Crack but because their boat didnt get fixed for more than 6 months (supply chain and mail issues in Hawaii are real as we live on Oahu) they emailed us that our trip was rebooked to a local dive. Because I was busy, I didnt see this email. They did kindly offer a refund the day before the trip but at this point, no other option was available for getting to the north shore so we dove with them anyway. First dive was great Hale Ohonu (House of the Turtle) and we saw lots of amazing biodiversity. Second dive was
Timoteo Velasco
Nov 03, 2021
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We enjoyed our dives, the excellent and new BCDs and the top notch regulators. As divers who always rent it was really nice to have new and well maintained equipment. We saw two enormous spotted sea rays which were a first for us on our second dive and the largest hawksbill sea turtle I have ever seen in person. We particularly enjoyed the full service aspect as all equipment was prepared ahead of time and there was no after dive clean up! First class! We will be back for a Niihau and hopefully Lehua dive one of these days!
Keith Haviland
Sep 25, 2021
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Bubbles Below runs a class act from the moment you book until you leave the boat. Blondie is very colorful and has a sparkly personality at the office. Clay is not only a great Captain, but he is funny and keeps a careful eye on the customers and crew. Dive master Jack was extremely educated on all the sea life and was fun to dive with. My wife Summer and I couldnt have been more happy with our two tank dives and the service. Thank you Bubbles Below!
Keith and Summer Haviland
Keith and Summer Haviland
Max Blumenthal
Sep 18, 2021
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The wife and I went out diving for 3 days with this team and we had a great time. Everyone was friendly, knowledgeable, and incredibly passionate about diving and protecting the ecosystems of where we were diving. Only knock against them is that we were a bit confused on our first day as to when to meetup at the shop after the dive schedule was changed due to weather conditions but the positive experience that followed more than made up for it.
Erin B.
Sep 18, 2021
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We dove Ni'ihau at the beginning of September with Bubbles Below. We had a great time; the diving was great, the staff were knowledgeable, and you can tell they love what they do. The food was great too! Thanks for a great day!
Aimee Warnke
Jun 27, 2021
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Had a great time diving in Kauai with Bubbles Below Scuba! Due to weather conditions our original charter was changed, but Captain Clay and Manny did a great job to make sure we still had a great day of diving! We'll definitely be coming back!
