Green Dolphin Dive Shop

Located in Honolulu, Green Dolphin Dive Shop provides access to the diverse marine environments surrounding Oahu. The centre caters to both those looking for their first experience underwater and seasoned divers seeking structured training or leisure dives.

Sessions are designed to be substantial, typically lasting between 6 and 7 hours. This allows you plenty of time to explore the local reefs and enjoy the marine life without feeling rushed.

The centre provides a range of instruction, from introductory Discover Scuba Diving sessions to formal certification courses. These training programmes are designed to be efficient, with most certification courses completed within a timeframe of 1 to 3 days.

Whether you are just starting your journey or looking to advance your skills, the staff is available to guide you through the process.

The curriculum at Green Dolphin Dive Shop covers the essential stages of diver training. You can start with Discover Scuba Diving if you have never been underwater before, or work towards formal certification through their various courses.

Most certification courses are structured to be completed within 1 to 3 days, making it easy to integrate training into your schedule.

For those seeking a more private experience, the centre offers private boat rental services. This allows you to tailor your excursion to your specific needs and preferences away from the larger crowds.

The shop provides a variety of services for divers, including equipment rental and training facilities on-site.

The local reefs are home to a variety of large marine life, including several species of turtles. You are likely to encounter green sea turtles (Chelonia mydas) and hawksbill turtles (Eretmochelys imbricata) during your dives.

For those interested in larger pelagics, whitetip reef sharks (Triaenodon obesus) and reef sharks (Carcharhinus) are present in the area. You may also spot manta rays (Mobula alfredi) or dolphins (Delphinidae) cruising through the water.

The reef itself is a vibrant ecosystem filled with hard corals and soft corals. You will see a wide array of reef fish, including various butterflyfish (Chaetodon), angelfish (Pomacanthidae), and surgeonfish (Acanthuridae).

Macro life enthusiasts can look for smaller inhabitants such as octopuses (Octopoda) and nudibranchs (Chromodoris willani). You may also find leaf scorpionfish, devil scorpionfish, and various species of wrasses, including juvenile wrasses.