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Scuba SpecialitiesPADI Certification & Training · Scuba Diving

Tour details

Advanced Open Water
Certification Required
Expert
Difficulty Level
5 hours
Duration
48 hours
Free Cancellation Window
Yes
Guided
pregnancy, heart conditions
Health Restrictions
No
Hotel Pickup
Guide
Includes
prohibited
Infant Policy
Trident Adventures, Aloha Tower, Honolulu
Meeting Location
16 years
Minimum Age
high
Physical Intensity
strong_swimmer
Swimming Ability Required
Yes
Swimming Required
300 minutes
Total Duration
meeting_point_only
Transport Included
Trident 1
Vessel
Yes
Weather Dependent

About this experience

Ready to take your diving skills to the next level? Trident Adventures offers some of the most comprehensive scuba specialities Honolulu has to offer, with 5-hour certification programs that'll transform you from a basic open water diver into a true underwater professional.

You've got two standout certification tracks to choose from. The PADI Rescue Diver course is where you'll master life-saving techniques and emergency response protocols - essentially becoming the diver everyone wants on their team. You'll learn to prevent disasters before they happen and handle emergencies with confidence. If you're eyeing a career path, the Divemaster certification is your gateway to guiding divers worldwide and opens doors in recreational, scientific, and specialized underwater fields.

What sets these scuba specialities Honolulu courses apart is the combination of top-notch facilities and real-world training. You'll start at Trident's shop at Aloha Tower, then put your skills to the test aboard their luxury dive vessel 'Trident 1'. No boring classroom-only sessions here - you'll get hands-on water training in actual diving conditions.

The program also covers DPV, Wreck, NITROX, and other advanced diving disciplines, plus includes PADI Emergency First Responder course material. Everything you need is provided: EFR course materials, PADI Rescue Diver handbook, and full access to Trident's professional-grade dive boat.

Before you dive in, make sure you meet the requirements: rescue diver candidates must be 16 or older with Advanced Open Water Certification, complete the Emergency First Responder course, and have valid medical clearance from a licensed physician.

Classes start from $349, and Trident keeps things flexible with their cancellation policy - just give them 48 hours notice for a full refund, or rebook in advance at no charge.

Meeting point

Honolulu
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What's included

  • Guide

Why book this operator

  • Local operator in Honolulu
  • 4.9 out of 5 (1,021 Google reviews)

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Who handles changesThe operator, directlyThe booking site's support
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What you getThe operator's own bookingA third-party voucher

We do not take your payment or set prices, and no operator pays for placement here. What changes is who holds your booking, not what you pay.

Frequently asked questions

How long is Scuba Specialities?

Scuba Specialities lasts about 300.

How much does Scuba Specialities cost?

Scuba Specialities ranges from $349 to $1599 per person, depending on the option you choose.

Is there a minimum age for Scuba Specialities?

The minimum age for Scuba Specialities is 16 years old.

Where does Scuba Specialities meet?

Scuba Specialities meets at Trident Adventures, Aloha Tower, Honolulu.

What is included with Scuba Specialities?

Scuba Specialities includes Guide.

What is the cancellation policy for Scuba Specialities?

Full refund with 48+ hours notice. 50% refund with 48-24 hours notice. No refund within 24 hours or for no-shows. E-Learning Codes cannot be refunded. Free rebooking 48+ hours in advance; 10% fee for 48-24 hour rebooking; no rebooking within 24 hours. If Trident Adventures cancels due to weather or unsafe conditions, a free rebooking or full refund is offered.

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