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SCUBA diving with Erik was a blast! Oahu Diving was highly recommended to me by a family member who had recently visited Honolulu and dove with him. I scheduled a dive tour for my boyfriend's birthday and our experience with them from start to finish was 5 stars! To SCUBA dive, you obviously need to know how to swim. There are also a few other requirements that must be met to participate and they're all laid out on their website. You also fill out a health questionnaire to ensure you're fit to dive. This experience is cash only, so be prepared to have your payment with you the day of your dive. The tours are semiprivate, with only 4 of us in our group, but others were on the boat and diving separately. We signed up for the "first time SCUBA diving tour." I have (limited) experience SCUBA diving in the past from a college course I took several years ago, but this was all new to my boyfriend who has never done this before. Erik did a great job giving our group the 411 on everything we'd need to know for our two dives together and making everyone feel comfortable. We went over things like how to use the equipment, the valsalva maneuver, and important hand signals several times before getting on the boat. We also did a few practice rounds of mask clearing on the boat before we jumped into the water. Safety first! I'll be honest, all morning leading up to our dive, I was a little anxious because I didn't remember much about diving from my college years (shocker lol) but after Erik taught us what we'd need to know and once I got into the water, it all came back to me and was not stressful at all, just fun! I think I speak for everyone when I say we all had a great time! We went on 2 different dives and saw a variety of different fish, eels, corals, and other sea creatures but the highlight was definitely getting to swim next to the giant green sea turtles. They were so much bigger than I expected! Truly beautiful animals. The first dive was shorter and more of a chance for us to just get used to the tanks and being under water with the SCUBA gear on. The second dive was longer, and all about exploring. Erik took GoPro photos of us during the dives and emailed them to us. They came out great! I would wholeheartedly recommend Oahu Diving to anyone looking to SCUBA, especially non-certified or first-time divers. Erik makes it fun, easy, and well worth the cost! I hope to be certified by the time I'm on Oahu again, but I'm definitely going to try and do another dive with them in the future!
Best part of our Hawaii trip. Eric was an awesome instructor, made sure everyone knew and got to practice all the scuba techniques needed before we ever got in the water. He was great at pointing out interesting fish and sea life and making sure everyone was comfortable the entire time. The scuba diving was amazing! We got to do two dives. The first was an easier one to get comfortable in the scuba gear. We got to see lots of fish and eels and corral. For the second, Eric took us to where the turtles usually hang out. He knew exactly where take us and we got to see several giant turtles! Also tons more cool fish and other sea life. Was the highlight of our trip to Hawaii and would definitely do again!
First dive was preselected by Dive Oahu (Sea Tiger) the second dive allowed diver input. We ended up at Mario Bros for the shallow dive. We have a three shark minimum (cumulative) in all our site requests.... this crew met the quota. With a 100+ boat dives they are in my top five, friendly, responsive, safe and knowledgeable. Next visit to Oahu they are on my priority list.
There's so many positive things I could say about this experience that I don't know where to begin! Firstly, Erik is truly an amazing guy. You can tell that he loves what he does and has a passion for the ocean and the creatures that live in it because you learn so much while you're with him. He's down to earth and very chill, never once making me or my husband feel pressured or silly. He took the time to make sure we understood how to use all of the gear confidently and then once we hit the water on our first dive, he didn't rush us and allowed us to take our time going down. Erik also would use hand signals to help us remember to equalize the pressure in our ears. By the second time, we were comfortable with diving and he took us to see some honu which was magical! I loved that he took pictures of us and would signal us to pose. He pointed out so many different fish and sea creatures and later told us some cool information about the various species we saw. If you're wanting to try scuba diving and are a bit nervous, I couldn't recommend Erik with Oahu Diving enough! My husband and I are set on diving with him again when we come back to Oahu because it was such an amazing experience. Please give him a chance and give it a try, you won't regret it! Sending you my best wishes, Erik. Aloha!
I'm very happy with my experience with Oahu Diving! We met up at the boat and couldn't find them right away so i gave the number a call and found Erik standing right next to it. He gave us our wetsuits, flippers, and mask outside of the boat and once we've boarded, he started explaining to us everything right away. I was very nervous but he explained all the concerns and reassured us that everything is all good. He went through all the procedures on breathing with the regulator, clearing the masks, etc. We did this a couple of times on the way to the spot which was extremely helpful because he made sure everyone knew what they were doing. I was the first to dive in and panicked on the way down because i got water in my mouth and completely forgot how to breathe. Johnny helped me go back up and Erik calmed me down and reminded me the guidelines. He stuck with me on my way back down and I felt safe knowing he was there! Both Erik and Johnny were checking up on me during the first dive which was comforting. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to do the second dive so I just sat on the boat with Captain Dan and their dog Milo! I enjoyed the scenery of the clear and blue ocean while my boyfriend was down in the water where they saw an octopus. Overall, we had a blast! Erik emailed us the pictures that evening. The crew was extremely patient and attentive throughout the whole excursion. They don't pressure you to do anything you're not comfortable with and they go with your pace so no rush to the bottom and make sure you pop your ears on the way down! :)
No one in my group knew how to swim, so like any courageous person who will do whatever it takes to do what they want to do I went for it ALONE! Everyone in the group that day was so friendly and welcoming. Eric is a really great leader. He's not only extremely knowledgeable, passionate, and enthusiastic, but he is also very accommodating. He showed us how to use all the equipment and seamlessly demonstrated each procedure step by step. There were difficult-ish parts to learn, but he made sure that we all got it down and felt confident. His partner Adam was also very helpful and solid about scuba diving and so was Hideki, the captain, they both helped get everyone suited up and into the water. It was my first time scuba diving, and I made the most graceful entrance into the water... I slipped off the back and face planted into the ocean when it was supposed to be one giant leap into the water, I kinda freaked out but once I realized everything was in tack I swam to the rope and started my way down. Descending into the deep water felt like we were in space... a truly memorable experience. I could hear my breath every inhale and exhale as I put one hand in front of the other. I caught a glimpse of a shark by the reef, saw tons of colorful fish, and lots of coral reef and sea urchins. At the end of the dive Eric gave all of us an Oahu Diving shirt, something memorable that I'll have forever, I wish I had a sharpe pen so I could have everyone sign. Eric also emailed us promptly later that evening with photos from the scuba excursion. If you're an adventurous person and this is something you've always want to do and believe you are physically and mentally in shape, then give Eric a call. This review came from my heart, I was not instructed to review Oahu Diving. Diving with Eric is an experience everyone should try. There are different levels, so if you're certified/experienced ask Eric for a deeper dive.
Took an afternoon dive with Erik today. My friend and I were first time divers and were joined by 2 other divers in a different party. We met in front of Fisherman's Warf and Erik swung by to come get us. We put on our gear on shore and Erik taught us everything we needed to know. Jeff and Erik were great, they explained everything perfectly and they're both great/interesting folks to talk to as well who love doing what they do! Our first dive was in Waikiki to check out the turtles! It was a little nerve wracking to jump into the water for me, since it was my first time. P.S. the tanks are pretty dang heavy but Jeff was onboard and helped us out. Once in the water it took me about 20 minutes to get adjusted to breathing and the pressure in my ears. We got to see some neat sea turtles and went around the reefs (we stayed near the boat most of the time so don't freak out you're close to the boat if anything happens). A tip for first time divers: remember to kick back and forth or else you'll sink down like I did). They're were a few times I felt like I needed to puke underwater so I suggest not eating right before you dive. Next we took a second dive closer to the harbor to check out the reefs. The second time dive is a lot easier, since you're used to the diving feel. We saw some white tip sharks, and tons of fish. Erik did a great job on checking up on us underwater/making sure everything was alright and encouraging us every step of the way. A big plus, Erik takes tons of pictures of you underwater and he emailed me the images that evening! Great shots! Overall it was a great experience for the price. Definitely on the bucket list if you visit Hawaii and I recommend everyone to dive with this company!
Our scuba adventure today was so amazing! Erik & Dan were so great! The entire booking process was very convenient, and we lucked out that there was an opening the week-of. We booked over the phone then sent our information via their contact page online, and received a confirmation email a few hours later. My husband & I were first time uncertified divers so we were super excited to find a beginner dive like this. We came into it not knowing what to expect. Erik was so genuinely kind and talked through the entire process with us. Dan was a great Skipper and told us about some cool fish to keep an eye out for! I was admittedly a bit nervous in the beginning but Erik made sure to go over everything with us and had us practice before we dove. He also said the first 5 min would be the hardest which honestly I was so thankful he told us that. The first minute I almost panicked (my husband later agreed) but I kept reminding myself we'd be ok once we got used to the gear. After a few minutes it became more natural and then the fun began! Once we were down there it was so amazing! We saw Sea Turtles, a Reef Shark, an Octopus, a baby Eel, and Starfish plus tons of beautiful fish and ocean life! Such a surreal feeling. We enjoyed that this was a smaller boat so it was very personal - Erik was constantly finding cool things to show us and immediately snapped a few pics of every diver with the cool creature we found. We did two dives, the first one we "got our bearings" and then we went to a deeper spot on the second one. To top it off, we received our *free* photos not even 3 hours later!! What an awesome day! Will recommend this to everyone we know! This is a must do - for SURE!
Going scuba diving has been on my list for a very long time. We have been on several snorkeling trips but never gone diving before. So on our recent trip to Hawaii we did our research and booked a session with Erik and team. We had some miscommunication about the exact time of the dive but Erik could not have been more understanding and kind. He waited for us to arrive and was very nice about it the entire time without making us feel stressed about the situation. On the boat ride to the dive spot, Erik did a great job of helping us practice getting used to the equipment. I was very excited to go diving but as soon as I jumped into the water my nerves got the better of me. One look at the bottom of the ocean floor and I started swimming back towards the boat. Erik noticed that I was panicking and helped me calm down, he asked me to keep breathing and then started pointing at fishes underwater which served as a great distraction. After a minute or so I started feeling more comfortable in the water and was able to go on 2 unforgettable dives. I cannot say enough amazing things about Erik, he was really great about helping me overcome the panic and have the most amazing first dive of my life. Erik did an amazing job of checking up on each and every person in the group throughout the dive. Not to mention he managed to do all of that while clicking some fantastic photos as well. On our dive we spotted a reef shark, a octopus, many sea turtles and some beautiful fishes. If this is your first dive, you're in great hands when you go with Erik!
My wife and I have never dived before yet we enjoyed it so much! Sure we were a bit nervous at the beginning, but Erik and his team did a great job demonstrating all the equipment and bringing everyone up to speed. It was a small group dive, so they have plenty of time to take care of everyone during the dive. They take good quality photos for you at no extra cost, and you can rent a GoPro camera to shoot some videos on your own. Everything was hassle-free, fun, and exciting. It was the best part of our trip. I would certainly recommend Oahu Diving to anyone who wants to do some under-the-ocean adventures in Oahu.
12 years ago
We have dove twice with Oahu diving (in Feb 2013 and May 2014) and had awesome experiences both times. We did the afternoon reef dives saw lots of fish, turtles, eels and reef sharks--last time we saw a 6' shark. Pretty cool. Lots of high quality free pictures are a great bonus! Erik and his crew were very professional, laid back, and great with catering to the group! When we visit Oahu again we will be diving with them! read more
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5 years ago
16 years ago
More than a month passed since I went scubadiving with Erik but there's no such day that I'm not thinking about my amazing diving experience! Everything was just so superfragilisticexpialidocious(how else can you describe THAT OMG!!) At first, I was so scared on the boat because I was very uncomfortable trying to breath with a regulator but Erik was absolutely right when he mentioned that those things are not designed to breathe with not underwater. In fact, Erik gave us very clear instructions on everything we needed to know, we then did some exercises ("what to do if" kind of things, very important!). We were ready to go (All equipment, water and delicious macadamia nuts were provided!) The moment you take the leap of faith and jump into that mind-blowing perfectly blue water, your whole world perspective changes. The next 30-40 minutes you are soo amazed and AWARE of what's going on around you. Yes it will feel very different because you will be free of all the usual thoughts, problems and concerns and you will 100% enjoy the current moment, warm Hawaiian ocean and niiiiiiice people (and fish ;) around you. Very spiritual experience I should say! PS. Erik definitely knows photography well - he takes a lot of very good compositioned and meaningful images. I received more than 30 photos couple of days after the dive by email, all of them for free. Totally enough to get me through this year. And then I will definitely come back to get certified with Erik! Mahalo, Oahu Diving! read more
17 years ago
In the past 2 years I've had PLENTY of family/friends come to Oahu to visit and vacation; each and every time I'm prepared with a list of ideas of things that they can do and it always includes local venues and tourist attractions. However, I only came across 'Oahu Diving' this past month when my boyfriend yelped scuba companies. Had I known how great first time scuba diving could be I would have made Oahu Diving a "MUST SEE/DO" on the to-do lists I give to all my family/friends who visit me here. Needless to say, Oahu Scuba deserves five stars.... hands down. The "tour" is customized to fit the weather/tide/season and time so you'll get recommendations for the best dive(s) possible. I am/was a first time diver and the instructors, Jeff and Erik are wonderfully welcoming and (unlike other scuba instructors) not intimidating at all. They're friendly, knowledgeable, patient (definitely patient) and thorough. Personally, they're a good combination of professionalism and that "aloha" (no not that cheesy Waikiki aloha) that you expect from island tours, or ever residents in general. The gear is well maintained and they have an assortment of most everything; so (like myself) if you don't feel comfortable with a particular mask/fins/mouthpiece/suit etc you're free and encouraged to change it up so that you're comfortable. The boat ride isn't too exhausting and the captain is really lenient. He let us ride up front, jump off the roof etc. THE DIVES are great. Both Jeff and Erik and very attentive/safe: checking your gauge every few minutes and constantly asking you if you're feeling ok. Both dives last for AT LEAST 30 minutes! And if you're like some who use your air slower, Jeff and Erik let you enjoy your time down in the water. They stay as long as possible with you so you can swim around and they don't pressure you to "hurry up and get out." I stayed down longer and didn't feel rushed at all. Along the dives you're guaranteed to see some amazing stuff. Jeff and Erik even make the effort to FIND things like, octopuses, sharks, caves etc. We saw reefs, thousands of fish, dolphins, 2 sharks, an octopus and so many sea turtles. Other perks: they provide water/tea/soda for you. If you're in the Waikiki area or somewhere surrounding it they pick you up. And of course, they take HUNDREDS of pictures and videos and EMAIL THEM TO YOU FREE OF CHARGE!!! That's just amazing, considering that most 'tourist' attractions charge $10-30 for one darn picture. Overall, great activity for tourists and locals alike. Don't worry if it's your first time because they take care of you. It is a bit pricey but definitely worth every penny. Our party of 4 first time divers had so much fun, possibly the highlight of their vacation and definitely one of the best things I've done on the island. Don't forget to call for reservations. read more
16 years ago
Learning to dive was the highlight of my vacation! This was my first time diving and it was extremely simple to learn! I did a lot of research on yelp/google and decided oahu diving was the only way to go. The instructors gave excellent instructions & demos on how to use the equipment, what to expect when under the water and how to get out of precarious situations (ie - if you lose your mouth piece, how to get it back in place and not swallow the ocean - this never actually happened while I was under water, but it was good to know) From my research, the main two differences between oahu diving and other beginner diving programs are that you don't waste your vacation jumping into a swimming pool with scuba gear on and you get about an hour of diving time (TWO 30 minute dives). Two dives was perfect because after the first one, all my nerves were gone and I was ready to take on the ocean. =) The best part is that I have nearly 50 amazing pictures of me & my boyfriend scuba diving thanks to Erik! The other best part was hanging out on the floor of the ocean with sea turtles!! read more
It's been 5 months since my boyfriend and I went scuba diving for the first time and i still dream about it quit often. It's just mesmerizing being down there in the water with all those beautiful creatures. Really a whole other world. Thanks to Erik and his team for being so incredibly amazing !!! A big mahalo!! One of the best experiences of our lives ! read more
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Hi Sheila,…
This has been my favorite excursion yet. Erik is an amazing instructor. He was patient and thorough with his instructions and took his time with everyone. His assistant Johnny was equally as amazing. The experience itself was very rewarding. Seeing ocean animals in the their natural habitat up close and personal is nothing you'll ever forget. Thank you Oahu Diving for an great time read more
15 years ago
if you have never dived.. actually, even if you have, you have to visit Oahu Diving. Erik and the whole Oahu Diving team are nothing short of exceptional! i was in hawaii for the first time, and dove for the first time with Erik and his crew. they made me feel comfortable and totally quelled any anxiety i had about diving. in the water, Erik was absolutely fantastic! he was constantly snapping pictures, showed you all different types of marine life.. and consistently monitered your air supply and made sure you were comfortable to continue. the whole Oahu Diving team made every effort to ensure our experience was a good one. they were super accomodating.. came and picked us up from out hotel and took us back. you leave the experience seriously feeling like you have a new group of friends. i definitely would recommend this excursion to anyone and everyone. i will definitely be back to visit and Erik and his team! read more
8 years ago
Favorite part of my trip already! My boyfriend and I have never gone diving and I'm glad we chose this company. We couldn't stop talking about it on our way back to the hotel. Erik and his team were easy to work with and really made the entire experience enjoyable from start to finish. We went in with two other couples and I have to say it was nice to have a small, intimate group. He was able to make sure each and everyone one of us were okay. I'm not going to lie, I kinda got nervous when we were getting strapped into our gear and even just taking a step off of the boat, but after the first couple breaths underwater it was cake. What a dream it was to swim with the turtles and all the marine wildlife down there. Absolutely stunning. Crossing my fingers I get to come back again, as this would be one of the first things on my list! read more
16 years ago
I found these guys on Trip Advisor and Yelp. These guys had a lot of rave reviews and I had to see for myself what the fuss is all about. After the trip, the 5 stars were well warranted. It was my GF and my first time scuba diving. We took the intro course with 2 other newbies. Erik was our instructor. He was very patient and took us on 2 dives. We saw lots of fish, some sharks and sea turtles. It is well worth the experience. Once we are back on the boat, there is a cooler of ice water and beers ready for you for the ride back to shore. What sets these guys apart from their competition is that other than the great service, they take so many pictures FREE of charge of you in the water which they email to you in a few days. You definitely can't get that anywhere. read more
13 years ago
Experience of a lifetime! Erik and staff were knowledgeable and friendly. We saw a bunch of sea turtles, a white tip reef shark, an eel, and fish everywhere! On the first dive I was running low on air and didnt even realize it (was a little distracted by turtles to check my gauge) Erik checked on me and sent up. It was raining the day of our dive and Erik was kind enough to drive us back to our hotel in Waikiki. He emailed a bunch of low-res pictures to us that evening and uploaded high-resolution ones the next day! Very good about taking photos of us and best of all. They were free! Unlike the other companies that charge you for pics and videos! I have already recommended Oahu Diving to other friends. read more
12 years ago
Best adventure in Oahu hands down! You must scuba with these guys. We got to see sharks and octopus. read more
I had an amazing time diving with Erik! He made my first scuba diving experience memorable and I can think of no other company that can be as personable as Oahu Scuba Diving. His hot wife, Ana came and picked us up from our hotel and was the sweetest thing. She got us all suited up with our gear and Erik gave us a brief tutorial in how to operate our scuba equipment and what to do in underwater scenarios. He made sure we were all comfortable before we proceeded with every instruction. Our trip consisted of 2 dives and each dive was at a different location so we could see other sea creatures. Each dive was about 20 minutes each. I had the privilege to swim right next to the magnificent sea turtle and it was definitely a grand experience. The view from our boat was breath taking with the bluest and clearest water imaginable. In the future, when I return to Oahu, I will certainly visit Erik again for another dive. If you want an awesome experience with an awesome instructor and price tag, look no further. $109 for 2 dives, remarkable under water pictures, transportation to and from your hotel, and the best customer service you ask for. Thank you for the wonderful experience Erik. You're the best! read more
13 years ago
These guys know how to show guests a good time. Erik took us on a two tank dive (two dives in the single trip). Most of us were beginners with no/limited experience in diving. He was a really effective instructor. Within 30 mins he taught the group of 10 the basics of diving and operating diving equipment in two different languages. The dive itself was a lot of fun, I had dived once before, but apparently had forgotten how to breath properly. Erik had to help me underwater to remind me not to use the nose. Most notable sea-life that we saw was a sea turtle just chilling around the group. There was also a small white tip shark (very timid, ran away from us). The best part about this is Erik took photos of everyone's dives during the trip and emailed it to folks. This was a pleasant surprise for me and thanks to Erik I now have photos of me diving with a sea turtle. read more
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5 years ago
Erik is awesome!!! I really enjoyed the intro to scuba diving with him, very knowledgeable and easy going instructor. We saw a bunch of turtles sharks and variety of fish. I definitely recommend going with Erik and I'm absolutely going with him next time I'm in Honolulu. read more
8 years ago
I normally don't write reviews, but I really did want people who are considering diving in Hawaii to know that they should go with Oahu Diving. One of the best if not the best experience I have ever felt. The dive felt unreal, what made the experience great was thanks to the great instructor we had. He was Full of knowledge and experience which made our trip fun and comfortable. A must do when ever Visiting in Hawaii, I might have to do a second visit before I leave haha. Thank you so much, you guys are the best! read more
17 years ago
My cousin and I are novice divers and Erik took us out to two different sites with one tank per site. The reef was amazing: we saw a pod of dolphins and got up close with a couple of sea turtles! It was $109/person for all of the equipment and boat plus $25 for a CD of the photos Erik took with his waterproof camera. Totally worth it! read more
13 years ago
I had the best experience in my life with Oahu Diving. Eric and his assistants we amazing. I had some concerns and I was honestly a bit nervous. Eric had comfort me in every way and he made sure I was OK throughout the dive. It was a short 20mins training period but it wasn't hard at all. It may sound like is overwhelming but after all it was my 1st time but really once you are really under the water everything comes together. I got to saw some amazing fishes, sea urchins, corals, sea turtles, reef sharks, and TON of other things I don't know but it was awesome. And honestly the two dive is so worth it. The 1st dive is getting to know the surrendering and the feeling of it and getting to know your gears works, and underwater swimming. Then are you able to take a short break and on the boat to the next distance you can discuss some of your thoughts and questions if you have any. The 2nd dive was just amazing because now I was about to enjoy every moment of it. I would say the hardest things for me was controlling how I was swimming with the currents. And all those ear popping (but he did warn you about them) Also, he was very communicative via email. Answered all my questions, and sent me all those wonderful pictures with in the same day of the dive. Note: I don't really know how to swim and I made it through. All, you need to know is the basic of kicks and arms. If I can do it anybody can. I would suggest people to go snorkeling before scuba. Just because some people are not used to breath through their mouth only. But I recommend them to anybody that is looking for scuba diving in Oahu. I even asked Eric that I'll get certified, and see him in March 2014. Thats how much I loved it!!! Thank you for the great life time experience. read more
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17 years ago
These are the coolest guys, ever. I've always wanted to try SCUBA diving, but was too chicken to try - until now. After all the really helpful reviews here on YELP, I decided to call Oahu Diving. I went out with them on 6/22/2009. Erik was super helpful and polite on the phone, and both he and Jeff were laid back yet fully attentive on the boat and in the water. Totally made me feel at ease (which is saying a lot for me). It also helped that pretty much the whole group (except one guy) were first timers - so we were all at the same level. From the rest of the reviewers here, I was able to learn exactly what to expect (e.g. smaller group, pickup from hotel is possible (how cool is that?), eat a little less beforehand if you might be seasick, etc). In short, the entire experience was AMAZING, and it's largely due to Erik and Jeff. They helped us see things we would have normally missed, took pictures of us (and emailed them within days!), and had our backs (checking air, weight belts, etc). These guys enjoy life, work hard, and really care about whether you're having a good experience or not. Oh, and of course they totally know what they're doing. I'll be back, for sure. Note for the seasick-prone: I really appreciated the personal attention from diving in a small group (six of us, plus two instructors). However, what another reviewer said about a small boat is true. We had unusually choppy weather the day we went, and a couple guys started to get seasick. Some non-drowsy Dramamine saved the day. If you think you might get seasick, pick up some of the *non-drowsy* stuff at the Safeway next to where you get on the boat. (The ABC's didn't have it, but apparently this Safeway did.) It was purely a weather issue, and not at all an issue with Oahu Diving. The great part was that, even with the weather, visibility at both of our dive sites was super clear - like a swimming pool's. Awesome. read more
17 years ago
Erik and Jeff are two fun, knowledgeable, professional guys who really made our diving experience exceptional. They gave us the information we needed to dive successfully (we were first timers), and the support and reassurance needed when we got nervous. We did two dives, got to see some amazing sea life, and never once felt pressured or unsafe. The experience was the best I had in Oahu, and I not only highly recommend Oahu Diving, but would use them again for any diving experience I may pursue in Oahu in the future! Thanks, guys!! read more
13 years ago
Great experience and Erik (and the crew) is awesome! First time divers and we felt completely comfortable under the water. We saw turtles, reef sharks, sea snakes and even a few eels! Of course tons of fish; there is nothing quite like the experience of being immersed in this world. Erik is also a great photographer and is a pro at getting shots of you with the sea life. Now we can't wait to go back! If you are reading this, just go, you love diving with Oahu Diving! read more
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9 years ago
Wonderful time diving! I had been diving before but it was the first time for my daughter. The team from Oahu diving was very nice and explained everything needed for an enjoyable successful dive. The sights were great and it was wonderful to see the turtles. It was worth every penny we paid. read more
9 years ago
300th review for this place!...I'm 38 and this was my first time diving. I feel like I've wasted 38 years of my life. What an AMAZING experience! I felt like I was IN the Planet Earth video series. I saw one big turtle, two small turtles, a few eels including a teeny tiny baby one, had a few sharks (small ones) swim by me and fish that were only a few inches away from me. Eric and his crew are awesome! Patient, thorough, clear, and enthusiastic. One girl got spooked after her first dive and they were really reassuring in letting her sit out the second dive. Comes with photos too! Thanks Eric...I'll be back next time I'm in the islands! read more
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8 years ago
Unsure of where to start with this experience. Scuba diving of course is a beautiful, new world. But what really made this such a great time for me was the crew and their professionalism. From the start, we met Erik. He told us every intricate detail of what was coming and how to have a handle on ourselves in the first 15 minutes, which are the toughest. He told us what to expect and again, how to handle that. Example, our regulator falling out or water in our masks. Then we got on the boat and met Jay & Dan. Both dive instructors and Also extremely sweet & knowledgable. Jay accompanied us and Dan drove the boat. Now for scuba itself, I got a little nervous in those first 15 minutes of getting accustomed to the weight of my gear and the water. It's like I completely forgot how to breath but with the help of Dan's "relax" hand signals, I was able to calm myself and make my way down. & boy am I so happy I did!! We saw sharks, turtles, eels, reef fish and a bunch of sea urchins (careful they're pointy!) it truly was a beautiful, life changing experience :) PLUS Erik takes pictures of everyone in groups and individually for FREE in the price! & sent them to us that very day. Let's just say, I'm coming back to get certified ;) Mahalo Erik, Jay & Dan for such an amazing experience!! read more
14 years ago
Erik and the Oahu Diving team are great. I was a bit nervous at first (yeah, I'll admit it) so I paid close attention to the instructions and set off for my first underwater experience. I was so excited, and even up until I got in the water, I didn't really worry. Needless to say, after the first 30 seconds under, I began to get a bit worked up and kinda panicked. Erik helped me calm down, relax and slow down my breathing. He was very patient and understanding, which was very helpful for me. I really wanted to experience the underwater world with my friends, and was very happy I could. As for the experience itself, I have never had anything come close. I got to get very close to an octopus, a bunch of sea turtles and some cool fish. This was a blast, and certainly the rush I was looking for on my trip to Oahu. The package was a great deal too - the pictures were such a treat, and something truly unique to share with my friends and family back home. :-) (see posted pic). read more
18 years ago
We dived with Erik who was an awesome guide, knew so much about the reefs here and what first time divers experience. I was specifically looking for a private diving experience that was away from the touristy crowds and got that plus more from Oahu Diving. When we went diving this past week, it was just Erik and my best friends in for an awesome two dives (which actually was one of the best parts, we got to explore not one reef -- but two and even stopped in the middle of traveling to watch a group of dolphins pass right by us!!) The day started off by meeting Erik at the pier on Oahu for putting on our gear plus an overview of what we would be experiencing and then off we went to the first of the two reefs. On the way over to the dive site, he walked us through what most first time divers he's taken experience and basically the FAQ we all were thinking but didn't know how to ask. I was really impressed with his level of knowledge and even the examples he gave. Overall, I felt like I was in really good hands for my first experience. After stopping at the dive site, we were the first in and down at the reef. We explored around and when Erik spotted something interested he'd motion for us to check it out. Best yet, all while we were down there he checked up on us often making sure everything was a-ok. When our first dive was done, we returned to the boat to change tanks, drink some water and enjoy the views. Erik checked in on us and asked if we had any questions or curiosities from the first dive. One of the previous reviewers mentioned a boat without a bathroom although the catamaran we were on did have one. In addition, the catamaran was large for the few people that were on deck at any time and I didn't experience any sea sickness at all. The second dive followed like the first. We were in the water quick and exploring the sites soon after. I really enjoyed the double dive opportunity that OahuDiving.com offers because after the first dive, I knew what to expect and what I was interested in seeing more of underwater. So if you're on the fence about two different dive operators, choose one that offers two consecutive dives like Oahu DIving. Basically, if I could summarize the experience with Erik -- I'd have to say it was an AMAZING private adventure that I'd recommend in a heartbeat to any of my friends visiting Honolulu and looking for some adventure sport to try for the first time. read more
17 years ago
I spent a week in O'ahu in Sep'09 & decided to use a day to satisfy my crave for diving, having spent more than a year on mainland USA. I emailed them couple of weeks before the trip, arranged everything through emails & confirmed over the phone when I arrived in O'ahu. He's very responsive which made planning the trip a pure ease. We did a "first-time dive" even though I'm an avid & experienced diver because my partner is not a licensed diver. As such, I truly wasn't expecting much other than content myself with seeing some fishes. Having dived for years, I'm very impressed with Erik & Jeff on how they managed the group of first-time divers & putting them at ease. I've seen so many OWD learners freak out underwater even after mandatory pool sessions. Perhaps its his friendliness or enthusiasm, but all the divers certainly looked happy & comfortable underwater. And the diving? Beyond my expectations. Nice marine life, the octopus & eagle ray certainly pleased me :) Oh, we witnessed an underwater marriage proposal too! To provide an objective & unbiased review, I wouldn't say this is the best dive spot I've been to - but hey, my best dive sites are listed in the world's top 5 ;) Still, I came out of the water with a smile & this is definitely a highlight of my O'ahu experience. Finally, again... an underwater photographer myself, I've to say they take really good underwater pictures. We received the digital copies in our emails within a day, before I even left O'ahu. And yes, they are complimentary! I look forward to diving with these guys again. p/s: non seasoned divers should take seasick pills prior to boarding the boat. read more
7 years ago
5 years ago
Wow this was an unforgettable experience! 5 stars is not enough. I can't imagine doing my first dive any other way or with anyone else. Erik was very patient and knowledgeable. He explained the equipment, what to expect, and what to do in different scenarios. He answered all questions and had a really calming presence, which came in handy when I got scared at the bottom. He eased us down slowly on a rope and checked in frequently to make sure everyone felt okay. As he warned us, the breathing takes some getting used to, which is why I'm so glad there was a second dive! I felt much more confident the second go around and it made all the difference. He guided us around the ocean floor, pointing us in the direction of many sea turtles, starfish, trumpet fish, parrot fish, and so much more. Erik took incredible photos of everyone, too, so my family and friends were also blown away by this experience. If you've ever wanted to try scuba, you MUST go with Erik at Oahu Diving! read more
9 years ago
This diving place was honestly amazing!!! A few of my friends and I wanted to go scuba diving for the first time and I am so glad that we chose this place!! Staff was exceptionally friendly and made us feel so comfortable during our dive. Saw some great sea life such as turtles and even a small shark! The crew really took care of us and provided us with photos of the dive- photos emailed a few hours after! Highly recommend!!!! read more
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