Highly recommended! My wife and I had done introductory dives elsewhere before, but we did our certification dives (confined and open water) with Fathom Five. They were great on the phone answering my questions, called to confirm before every dive and were fabulous in the water. We did our certification dives with Ben and did a pair of boat dives with Loni and Charlie. They were all extremely professional, helpful and fun. We'll definitely be diving with them in the future. read more

We did a two tank morning dive with Jordan and Greg. Jordan seriously knows his stuff. It was akin to diving with a marine biologist. He knew the biology, the behavior, and the rarity of many of the endemic species on Kauai. He's a wonderful divemaster! On the extreme plus side, we did get to see a whale shark while in the water. I don't think I've ever been more excited in my life! Jordan knows this island and its dive sites so well... you're guaranteed to have a wonderful time. More importantly, their approach to diving is easy to get on board with (get it?). They don't take huge groups out like their competitors do. They're all about enjoying the scenery at your own pace. Highly recommend! read more

Great experience! Linda was awesome. Definitely will dive with Fathom Five next time I'm in Kauai!

Went with Fathom Five for a two-tank trip while I was in Kauai. Showed up at the shop a bit early, and got spot-on driving directions to the dock after checking in for the dive. I brought all of my gear, and met the captain and dive master at the dock. After assembling my gear, the captain offered to stow the dry stuff below deck. Four more divers showed up, and after a quick briefing, we were off! Both sites were good and within 15 min of the dock. Saw plenty of turtles, white-tip reef sharks and nudibranches on a solid 49 and a 50min of bottom time! Would definitely go with them again in Kauai. We had a solid group of divers and no one ran into any issues. Kudos to the DM Steve who pointed out a spot a pair of sharks were hiding out. Snacks and drinks were aplenty during the surface interval. During the dive, we had frequent air checks and always knew where the mooring line was at all times, the only problem was narrowly avoiding deco due to the long bottom times :-) read more

Really enjoyed our dive experience with Fathom Five and Chris! The company is very professional and mindful of diving experience - split novice and experienced boats and offer appropriate support. Also very knowledgeable of the area and sea life. Would definitely recommend. read more

We have done introductory dives with other outfits on other islands. Fathom Five is the best! Our dive leader, Seth, was GREAT! He was very patient and helpful, making everyone on the dive comfortable. His knowledge of the marine life was incredible. We saw a ton of rare and endemic species, all based on his careful looking for them. I was very impressed at the depth of his expertise. I highly recommend diving with Fathom Five and with Seth. read more

Highly recommended! Kori and I did four fives total over two days off of the island of Kauai. Our dive masters, Carlos and Maggie, were awesome. One of us was a beginner (first ocean dive, first boat dive), and I was very rusty not having been in the ocean in 10 years. Everything from the booking to the rescheduling to arrival, orientation, the finally the dive, was great. Scheduling I had to reschedule our dives twice. We switched our second day to a shore dive. No problem either time. Prep and Orientation Our equipment was all ready at the dive site as advertised. No drama there. Newish BCDs and wetsuits. Entry, boat seating, descent, safety stops, lost diver procedure, etc. were explained in plain language that made us feel comfortable about the dive. Carlos knew a lot about the local sea life, and talked us through what to look for on the dive. We saw Scorpionfishes, Moray Eels, Parrotfish, etc. as promised. The "ecology orientation" was a really nice touch that I hadn't expected. The Dive We went to two different dive sites that were close to shore. The shore dive was an easy entry and swim out to the buoy. I had some issues clearing my ears on the first descent, but Maggie stayed back with me while the group went ahead -- nice, so I didn't feel like I was holding up everyone else in our group of six. Having two dive masters on a small group is pretty great! All in all, a great experience and highly recommended. I think customer service (and in this case, safety) is almost always above all else, and Fathom Five didn't disappoint. read more

I didn't actually go into the dive shop. I only spoke with a guy on the phone when I called to arrange a dive on the north shore. He didn't seem to enthusiastic about giving me info, even though I had many questions about diving on the island and what to expect. So I was a little dubious and unsure. We scheduled a shore dive from Tunnels beach, on the north shore. It turns out this is the only place to dive on the north shore. No dive operators go up there and no boats launch. We showed up a few minutes late to meet Jeannette, who was one of the best dive masters I've ever had. She was friendly, knowledgable, enthusiastic, and knew everything about diving in this location. She gave us an extensive briefing and told us what we might see, what we could interact with, etc.. She made the whole experience two of the best dives I've ever had. They also had everything set up for us on the beach before we got there, including all tanks, BCD, etc.. There were chairs for us to sit in and snacks and drinks provided. I would recommend this dive to anyone. And be sure to ask for Jeannette! Also, the diving on Tunnels is very good, even with the challenge of limited visibility due to the heavy surf on the north shore. There is a lot of sea life and a lot of turtles. read more

We did a shore dive on short notice. Small shop nice people. Our dive master was Keilly (spelling?) she was very helpful, personable and an overall pleasure. I'll go again. read more

Did a 2 tank dive off Tunnels, next to my hotel. The truck was there on-time, and their instructions for how to get there were spot-on. The DM Linda was great! She gave us a very informative overview of the site, which was definitely useful since I might have been pretty freaked out to go through those tunnels without warning! All the people I spoke to on the phone for scheduling and rescheduling were great too! And of course, snacks were delicious while we waited for the DMs to do the hard work of changing our tanks. read more

If i could give this place 10 out of 5 stars, I would and can easily see why the it is the preferred dive shop of choice from the book "The Ultimate Kauai Guidebook: Kauai Revealed". I was signed up for a dive the day after I arrived in Kauai and a day after a tropical storm blew north of the Island. The morning of the dive, I received a call and was told the dive site has low visibility and could still go or push my dive to later in the week till it was better. I opted to push the dive out. When I arrived at the dive shop later in the week, they told me again the visibility was not so great still and if I wanted to push it out or cancel because they wanted our party to have a great experience. I was leaving the next day, so opted to go that day and it was still great. I would opt next time to dive from Tunnels for sure as I snorkeled at the location with lots to see. Thank you Fathom Five read more

I have no idea how they possibly have a five star review. That was hands down the biggest sh*t show of a dive shop I have ever dealt with. To start, I had spoken to them on the phone weeks before our trip to book our dives and the day we showed up they had it booked incorrectly. We had an afternoon dive planned the first day. The shop, the owner and the DM all had know the water conditions for our dive location that afternoon and instead of a heads up that it was barely 15ft of visibility, they took our $500 for the dive and tried to charge us for 3 dives out of the same location before we even knew how bad it was. The second day we did a boat dive and that DM was wonderful. The clarity was great and the whole trip was fabulous. But then the shop messed up again. We had given them a card to charge prior to the dive and somehow they still charged the wrong card. Luckily once we were home we could call and get the charges cleared up over the phone. If you have a chance to dive Kauai, I recommend it when the water clarity is good. Just maybe pick a different dive shop. read more

I would definitely recommend this outing for anyone, even the unskilled diver such as myself. Jessie is so easy to talk to and fun as an instructor. She is very knowledgeable about what goes on below the water and makes you feel comfortable and safe. . Because of fathom five diving, I am personally going to move to Hawaii soon and take up diving as a hobby. So, thank you fathom five team, and Jessie for making my experience unforgettable. . Vegas.... read more

Great time diving with Fathom Five! Good boat set up, even better group of dive masters. They have a nice dive shop in Koloa and a place to rise off your gear. Can't wait to dive with them again on our next Kauai trip! read more

Fathom Five Divers - Boat Charters Near Me - Koloa, Hawaii

My daughter and I took this dive together and had a great time. We took the two tank dive and saw the Sheraton caverns along with another site. The crew on the boat were very helpful and we both a great time. It was nice having a small group to dive with. The gear was all very good and our boat was small but good for a dive. read more

A great little dive shop. Max six people on the boat dives. We did a refamiliarization two tank shore dive (it'd been ten years since we last dove) with Sean, and then three two tank boat dives. Divemaster Michelle was great, as was Sean who did the refamiliarization. We felt very safe. They are very thorough, no details got lost. Loni very accommodating on scheduling. My only complaint is they don't sell caps with their logo, only t-shirts. Big mistake! read more

Downloaded an App, Kauai Revealed. Up-to-date recs for everything on the island, without paid sponsorship. Went by the apps recommendation to dive with these guys. From start to finish they were the most friendly, accommodating crew. I wish I could remember the girls name in the shop(from SLC?, new to the island) so kind and helpful. The other girl in the shop was so attentive and nice too(short hair). My dive instructor, Ray, this girl was 10/10!!!! Amazing and understanding. She was aware of my obsession with sea turtles(who isn't obsessed?!) but let me set my own pace for the entire dive. She pointed out marine life that I would have otherwise missed(because of turtle obsession). It's been a couple years since I've been out, but Ray had the most patience with me. Little things that you forget after years off--she calmly reminded me and didn't make me feel like a total idiot. I would really recommend these guys. They personalize the dive, every need. And, ALSO, they're affordable. Can't ask for more, and I would highly recommend to anyone looking to dive on Kauai. read more

We brought our 4 children from Alaska to complete their open water dives with Fathom Five Divers and we are so happy with our choice. As previously certified divers, my wife and I rented equipment as tag-a-longs and were able to take pictures and experience this special occasion with our children. The staff was professional and the instructors were fabulous! The walk-in landing provides a great place on the south island with consistently better weather and less swells than other places on the island. The diving was great with lots of eels and fish to check out, as well as some cool underwater topography. We were even fortunate that at this time of year the humpback whales are near and we were able to hear their whalesong during the last dive. read more

We took a 2 tank trip in the south shore. The boat was small and so was the group at 730am. Nick was very knowledgeable and he made me feel comfortable even though diving incites anxiety attacks (long story). I must say that this was my best dive yet, and I'm more motivated to dive at other places now. We saw an octopus, turtles, and even a shark! Great time overall. read more

We booked a scuba day through our resort and they recommend Fathom Five. When we got there we were met by Lani. He was super helpful and even lent me a lanyard for my GoPro. The instructor was Chad. He is a super cool person and helps us stay calm in the water and made our first time scuba diving an amazing time. I recommend Chad to anyone interested is diving. Thanks the Fathom Five I am considering getting my diving certification. read more

Fathom Five is the BEST place to go for dives, scuba rentals, and snorkel rentals, and even just some friendly advice! Rob, Mike, and George helped me decide which underwater activity was right for me! Rob and Mike definitely made me feel at ease with snorkeling and whether or not diving is the right activity for me to chose on my 1 week vaca in Kauai...Not only did Rob encourage me to try snorkeling so that I could get comfortable with being in the ocean and open water, but advised me on where to go for beginners snorkeling/swimming, and what gear I would need, and simple tips and tricks...He didn't coerce me into diving right away (which was super helpful and comforting) but he even suggested that I would be better off snorkeling first. It's this kind consideration Fathom Five has for their clients, and knowledable staff that will keep me being a customer of thiers every time i'm in Kauai and a definite GREAT place to learn how to dive, snorkel, or simply to have a great time in the open water with! I "heart" you Fathom Five! read more

Great dive operator with small groups (6 pax max) on small boats. Easy access to good dive locations. No cover from rain on our boat but the distance from dock to dive spot was relatively short. Definitely would dive with them again. read more

Fantastic and very knowledgable dive masters and they really know how to make sure everyone is comfortable before starting the dive.

Excellent dive shop. Top Quality equipment. Knowledgeable staff. Appropriate levels of safety briefings and dive management. We did several dives with a variety of staff including Greg, Jeanette, April, Jordan. They all worked extremely hard and treated the divers, along with each other, with respect (Which is huge when you see staff have an excellent working relationship. You know management and the shop is well oiled) This is my third time with Fathom Five in three trips and I would recommend them anytime. It's also reassuring to know that they take care of their equipment, which is the first sign of a good diver. There's a ton of dives and a variety of sea life in Kauai and this shop will do his best to give you a great experience. Their multi Dive discount is great and they're on line communication is also helpful. They do well to treat everyone as a certified diver, Yet you can tell they take safety seriously. Be sure to schedule a week out during the busy times, They will fill up. One of the best things about my dives, is I've never been on a boat dive with more than six people (which in my opinion is the limit) This may not necessarily be policy, but it seems to be the norm. Good dive ship, good people. Eager to help. Flexible (which is key when needed) Thumbs up! 100% read more

Kaua'i is my home and spent my younger days roaming the island. I recently returned (summer 2017) to certify my son with his open water certification. Another shop on the island would not allow any accommodation for me, a PADI MSDT to certify my own son. I have been in the dive industry professionally for the past eight years and traveled all over the pacific. Fathom Dive Divers were friendly, professional and did there best to with some typical industry specific challenges. With that being said, their priority was safety, the well-being of their divers and customer service. Mahalo for the help and service. read more

Friendly staff, well stocked and they had just what I needed and knew exactly where to find it. When we finished the transaction they gave me a small printout receipt and the option to print out a detailed copy, thus doing their part to save trees and earn that fifth star. read more

While there are other dive shops on Kauai, I did my first 2-tank dive with Fathoms Five, and also did my second. There was no reason to switch. Customer service is great. Pros: smaller 6 person (max) groups. Great dive masters (Anthony, Jessie). Cons: smaller retail shop. read more

Friendly staff and knowledgeable dive master. Competitive pricing. Great dive at the tunnels. Rental equipment was all in like new condition. read more

I am a rescue diver, nitrox certified with 65 dives under my belt, and Fathom Five is the only dive shop I use on Kauai. They are all very together and the dive trips never have more than 6 customers. If you're lucky you'll get Jordan as your dive master who has an encyclopedic knowledge of all marine life, plus a great sense of humor to boot. If you're not into macho extreme diving but are interested in seeing lots of critters, both micro and macro, Fathom Five is for you. They also do shore dives as well as dive trips to Nihau for the adventurous. It's a top notch dive shop, conveniently located in Koloa, and short drive to the boat harbor before spouting horn. You won't be disappointed. read more

Great customer service! Our guide, Sara, talked to us about the different kinds of fish we might encounter before our dive and was so great about pointing out interesting wildlife during! We had a great trip! Saw rays and a huge sea turtle and our guide was hilarious. Highly recommend. 10/10. Will do again. read more

Awesome first boat dive experience !! Sara was our instructor, who is friendly and knowledgeable. Definitely go for Fathom Five if I'm back to Kauai again. read more

I've been diving with Fathom for years now. What sets them apart is the smaller dive boats and awesome staff. You can't go wrong in Kauai with other dive shops, but if I'm on vacation and I want the best experience possible and Fathom delivers. Every divemaster has been great at nerding out on the aquatic life and making sure we have a good time. They listen to understand which dive sites we want to do which is always nice for someone who keeps coming back. read more

Dived with them two days in a row. Safety procedures and care were excellent. (We would not have gone a second day if they hadn't been) Lonny answered the phone and seemed genuinely interested in my business. He was able to answer questions and make recomendations when other shops weren't too enthused to engage in conversation about the dives we wanted to plan. The extra time spent with me on the phone led to 4 dives being purchased. Thank you. Chris was efficient at getting us checked in and ready to go. Day one, Chad and Day two, Cole. Both EXCELLENT dive guides; patient and thorough. Finally Capt Tom, thank you. Your patience with my son when he decided it was too rough to dive was appreciated. read more

We have dove with Fathom Five for years and would not dive with anyone else on Kauai. Everyone from the office to the Dive Masters are super professional, friendly and welcoming. Their gear is excellent. Our last dive was with Chad. He was awesome. Perfect calming personality made for a fantastic dive and super knowledgeable and passionate about marine life! read more

This was a second trip to the island diving with Fathom Five. They are top notch in all aspects. From booking with Lonny in the shop to the time the boat gets back to shore they are amazing. Jordon was the boat captain all three days we dove and we had Jill, Chris, John and Jeanette as dive masters all made you feel very comfortable in what was going to happen. They are all excellent briefing and executing the dives. We finished the trip with a night dive at Koloa landing which was amazing. All the staff were very good to ask which sites we had dove in previous days doing their best to give us a new dive every time. At the end of the day they take and clean your gear and have it ready for you they next morning when you show up. If your in Kauai and want to dive these guys are amazing. We look forward to the next time we get the pleasure of diving with Fathom Five. See you soon! read more

If I could give them 10 Stars I absolutely would. They were upfront and honest about dive conditions on a particularly rough day and wanted to ensure I had the best dive possible so they worked with me to find a day to reschedule. Max and Tom were INCREDIBLE as guides and really made the experience positive and enjoyable. I also had the pleasure to meet Bahar and other members of the staff when my dive computer malfunctioned and they worked with me to sort it out. It's obvious they're not just trying to get people out for a quick sell. They really care about their customers and work so hard to make each dive out of this world. I will absolutely be returning. read more

My girlfriend Amber and I were visiting the island for the first time and we weren't sure what to expect. She was getting her open water certification and was very nervous. I was diving along just for fun. Chad was her instructor and he was just the instructor she needed! He introduced himself and asked if she was excited, nervous, etc. she told him she was nervous and he put her mind at ease with explanations of what to expect. He was very knowledgeable, safety oriented, and just a really cool guy. My girlfriend and I are hoping to make it back to Kauai and dive with Chad again. Because of him and Fathom Five our trip to Kauai was just that much better. I highly recommend them along with Chad for your next visit and dive. read more

My brother had a blast with Fathom Five! We did a shore dive and a boat dive while we were on the island. The staff and divers were absolutely incredible. Their diver Hannah helped me defog my mask that had given me problems for years and I never had to clear my mask once during my dives. This made for two of the best dives I've ever had. I would recommend them to anyone coming to the island and wants to have the best dive experience. read more

Fathom Five is awesome. I did a two-tank boat dive and had a great time. The dive master Bahar was particularly fun, but the whole team is great. It doesn't hurt that the group sizes are small and the rental equipment is pretty new! read more

I did a 2 tank dive charter with Fathom 5 and I have to say they are a great operation. Everything from the booking, email and text message reminders, reception in the morning and of course the diving itself were all top notch! Beau and Cole took care of us on the boat and under water, both great at what they do. We had a nice small group of 4 divers and that small group experience is what I was looking for. The rental equipment is new and in great condition. I would have liked to dive more with them but sadly my schedule did not permit me to. I would HIGHLY recommend them to anyone looking for a great diving experience while on Kauai! read more