The 6 Submarine Tours in Hawaiʻi That Repay the Day

1.Submarine Scooter Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,273 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $188Our pick

Cruise from Koko Marina past Koko Crater and Diamond Head, then ride a self-propelled underwater scooter through Maunalua Bay. Guides stay with you below the surface, so swimming skill is not required. Snorkel while other small groups take their turns, and enjoy snacks, drinks, and supplied gear.

“This was one of the best experiences we’ve ever had in the ocean. This is way better than snorkeling. The weather was a bit windy and cold, which made the water not so clear but we still had a great experience. My wife was a little concerned because she does not swim well and has trouble holding her breath underwater neither one of those concerns was an issue. Boone and his crew were in the water with us every minute to ensure we were ok and safe. I would highly recommend this experience even if you have fear of the ocean or cannot swim. They will take care of you…”

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2.Waikiki: Atlantis Submarine Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,225 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $167

Ride from Hilton Hawaiian Village to Atlantis’s 64-passenger submarine and spend about 45 minutes below Waikiki, viewing coral, tropical fish, turtles, sharks, sunken ships, and aircraft. A live English guide provides narration, with audio in Spanish, Japanese, Korean, and Chinese. A near-vertical ladder and 36-inch height minimum apply.

“Incredible experience and worth the money you pay. You’re underwater for about 45 minutes and visit six different structures that have been sunk deliberately as part of a conservation project. The wildlife you see is unmatched to other water activities we did in Oahu. A truly unforgettable experience and I’d recommend this to anyone visiting!”

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3.Pearl Harbor Arizona Memorial – Honolulu Tour – Submarine Access

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 767 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $74Best value

Ride from Waikiki with a guide such as Chelsea, Shelly, or Michael, visit the Pearl Harbor National Memorial, see the USS Bowfin from outside, and tour central Honolulu. The USS Arizona boat ride is currently unavailable during repairs, and Bowfin admission costs extra. Expect about five to six hours, though return times can vary.

“This Tour was very informative. Our tour guide Chelsea was a native and very knowledgeable. She was the bus driver and guide thur the Honolulu area. She was funny and shared many fun facts. My friends and I felt we needed at least 30-60 more minutes at Pearl Harbor. We arrived, used the rest rooms, proceeded to watch the free movie, followed by the boat ride over to the Arizona Memorial Site. We returned promptly and had just enough time to walk back to the tour bus. No time for the museum or additional time to explore. In my opinion do not purchase the video or audio guide, you will…”

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4.Atlantis Submarine from Kona Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 666 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $160

From Kona Beach, you board a shuttle boat and then a 48-passenger Atlantis submarine for 45 minutes below the surface. Expect large portholes, coral reef, shipwrecks, tropical fish, and live English narration. Headsets in Japanese, Mandarin, Spanish, and Korean are available. Children must be at least 36 inches tall.

“Great experience. Fun and educational voyage about the local fish, ecology and the choral reef system. 111 ft deep gradually. 2 ship wrecks.”

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5.Waikiki Submarine Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 295 reviews · 1h 45m · from $167

Ride Atlantis XIV from Hilton Pier, then descend nearly 100 feet below Waikiki for 45 minutes of marine-life viewing. Large windows reveal fish, turtles, sharks, coral, wrecks, and aircraft. English commentary is provided, with audio guides in Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, and Korean.

“It was very organized I like it for improvement since I don’t have any idea of submarine ride I am living on to you about how to improve”

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6.From Kona: Big Island Underwater Submarine Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 162 reviews · 1h 30m · from $160

Board Atlantis Submarines at King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel for a 90-minute outing, including about 45 minutes underwater. Descend more than 100 feet past coral, fish, and shipwrecks in a seated submarine cabin. Guides speak English, Japanese, Korean, and Chinese, with English audio commentary.

“It was excellent! Nothing to change! Exceeded our expectations and loved seeing the fish and shipwrecks!”

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