2-Tank Dive, Fathom Five

Kauai's South Shore: Ultimate 2-Tank Dive (Certified Divers) runs through Fathom Five Divers. Rated 4.9 across 49 reviews. Runs 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.). From $162.

Overview

This is a two-tank scuba outing on Kauai's South Shore run by Fathom Five Divers, and it is built for certified divers only. The operator does not mix certified and non-certified divers on the boat unless a group specifically asks for it. The whole experience runs about two and a half hours from the shop back to the shop.

Divers meet at the Fathom Five shop on Poipu Road in Koloa, where all first-time customers check in before heading out. From there the trip moves to the South Shore dive sites, with tanks, weights and full scuba gear provided by the crew. Between and after the dives there are light snacks and juices, plus a biology briefing from the staff covering the habits and behaviours of the animals divers are likely to meet.

The group is capped at four travellers. It suits certified divers who can get themselves to the shop, since hotel pickup is not part of the package. Gratuities are left to the diver's discretion.

What's Included

Itinerary

1. Meet at the dive shopAll new customers meet at Fathom Five Divers, 3450 Poipu Rd, Koloa, HI 96756. Check in here before the outing begins.
2. Dive package gearUse of scuba equipment, tanks and weights is provided as part of the trip.
3. Biology briefingThe crew gives a biology briefing on animal habits and behaviours divers may encounter.
4. Two-tank dive outingThe trip covers the included dives on Kauai's South Shore, with no more than four divers in the group.
5. Snacks and juicesLight snacks and juices are provided during the outing.
6. Return to the shopThe activity ends back at the original meeting point on Poipu Road.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points from the listing are worth knowing before booking this dive.

• Certification required. This trip is for certified divers. The operator keeps certified and non-certified divers separate unless a group specifically requests otherwise.
• Getting there. Hotel pickup is not included. Divers make their own way to the shop on Poipu Road in Koloa, and the trip ends back at that same point.
• Small group. The maximum is four travellers per outing, as set by the listing. There is little room to blend into a crowd.
• Food and gear. Light snacks and juices are provided, along with all scuba equipment, tanks and weights.
• Health limits. The listing advises against the trip for pregnant travellers and anyone with heart problems or other serious medical conditions. Most other travellers can participate.
• Timing. The outing runs roughly two and a half hours. Confirmation arrives within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability.

Common issues. The trip is not wheelchair accessible, though it is near public transportation. Gratuities are not included in the price, and neither is hotel transport. Weather matters here: if conditions force a cancellation, the operator offers a different date or a full refund. There is also a minimum traveller requirement, and if it is not met the operator offers an alternative date or experience, or a refund. Anyone who cancels less than 24 hours before the start time gets no refund, and changes inside that window are not accepted.

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