SCUBA Dive off of Waikiki, Honolulu on Oahu Hawai'i with Manini Dive Company Hawai'i. Manini Dive Company Hawai'i is the award winning, TripAdvisor "Top 10" "Manini" SCUBA company that cares! Manini" means "small" in Hawaiian. You might here someone say "Manini kine, " or small thing. We still believe that small is good, no, better than good: Small is AWESOME, especially when SCUBA diving.
Max Brunk, your SCUBA instructor for 20 years with well over 15,000 dives, is your expert guide/instructor/safety fanatic who will guarantee you a small, safe and AWESOME experience, whether you are a first time SCUBA diver or a diving veteran. We recently received the award for the Best of Honolulu 2020 for Diving Services and Instruction!
Max Brunk, your SCUBA instructor for 20 years with well over 15,000 dives, is your expert guide/instructor/safety fanatic who will guarantee you a small, safe and AWESOME experience, whether you are a first time SCUBA diver or a diving veteran. We recently received the award for the Best of Honolulu 2020 for Diving Services and Instruction!
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Yes, there are times that we get lucky and see these amazing Monk Seals in the shallow water of our introductory dive sites, but we are more likely to see our Hawaiian Honu (Giant Sea Turtle), Tako (octopus), White Tip Sharks (no worries, they are safe) and perhaps an eel or two (we will just leave those guys alone)!
Certified and/or advanced open water divers can join us for our fascinating shipwreck dives! Explore our sea life on some of the best wrecks in the world! Certified and/or advanced divers MUST have there certification cards with them. Sorry, no exceptions can be made to this PADI safety rule. Bring your own gear or we will supply all you need!
On this day, you will be given the PADI dive tables and review completed quizzes and knowledge reviews. The PADI Advanced Open Water is a Three-day course. There are Five dives with one extra "fun dive" There is a text book and you are required to complete the knowledge review prior to each dive. You will brief, dive and debrief.
The San Pedro shipwreck is about 50 yards from YO-257. This ship was intentionally sunk by Atlantis Submarines Hawaii in 1996. Originally a Korean fishing boat workingin the south Pacific, the San Pedro now sits in 85 feet of water with main decks between 65-70 feet. It's weathered many storms, which have caused the upper decks and wheel house to collapse.
Pronounced "Kay-wa-low", Kewalo Pipe is a shallow dive takes you along an old drain pipe off the south side where you'll see finger reefs, moray eels and other marine life. It's usually your second dive after the YO-257 and San Pedro. This is a long pipe that you explore and find all sorts of hidden treasures and reef life!
Reviews (21)
Thomas Chao
Feb 07, 2022
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Max was referred by another dive master that I originally tried to book with (he had appts that day).
Max brought all the gear that I needed and saw to it that I had fun and safe dives.
I bought the photos package, it worked out well for me because we came across giant turtles.
If visiting Waikiki, definitely book with Max.
Mahalo Max!
Max brought all the gear that I needed and saw to it that I had fun and safe dives.
I bought the photos package, it worked out well for me because we came across giant turtles.
If visiting Waikiki, definitely book with Max.
Mahalo Max!
Chris Carlisle
Jan 13, 2022
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Took my sister here for her birthday, it was AMAZING!! Clear instructions and Max and Jordan did a great job showing us around the sea floor, saw lots of cool fish and a huge Hawaiian turtle! Brought a GoPro, forgot my SD card, they lended me theirs, got GoPro footage emailed to me 🤘😎 thanks guys
John Clark
Jan 06, 2022
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Marnee M.
Dec 31, 2021
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This company was recommended to us and was the biggest mistake we made in planning our Hawaiian Christmas present to our kids. At first, they were extremely accommodating, but two weeks before cancelled our confirmed day/time and rescheduled for a later date. After frantically rearranging other reservations, we made it work, but learned that a big storm system was coming in during the new dates. After a few confirmations about being able to still go out, we felt reassured that our huge Christmas gift, 18th birthday present, and graduation trip would be a success. 90 min before, we received a call
Randy G.
Dec 08, 2021
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I originally contacted Oahu Dive and they were on vacation so they recommended I call MAX from Manini Dive Company....an email here and a phone call there....and I thought about it and decided to go with Max.
Max moved the time and the original boat was changed but overall that wasn't an issue he emailed in advance and I got there early so I can survey the area....
Max pulled up and was very friendly and we spoke a bit as he prepped....
Ended up another couple were on this dive as well and that was it...
perfect.....Max was very detailed and explained everything very well...was very patient
Max moved the time and the original boat was changed but overall that wasn't an issue he emailed in advance and I got there early so I can survey the area....
Max pulled up and was very friendly and we spoke a bit as he prepped....
Ended up another couple were on this dive as well and that was it...
perfect.....Max was very detailed and explained everything very well...was very patient
B. Powell
Sep 15, 2021
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Had a fantastic time diving with Max. I did both the morning and afternoon dives and we saw everything turtles, sharks, octopi and plenty of fish. Max took care of everything including setting up all of the gear on boat, switching tanks and recovering a lost weight belt. I would highly recommend booking Max for his individualized attention.
Ray Killian
Aug 30, 2021
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Max was amazing! I have been on over 50 dives and was bringing my girlfriend on her first dive. Max was very good teacher and helped ease her nerves. Very interactive and professional during the dives. Took care of everything, I have been on dives where the expect you to help with hauling gear or tanks, Max took care of everything all we had to do was put it on and jump in. Highly recommend to any experienced or beginner divers looking for a great experience in a Hawaii!
Matthew Schumacher F.
May 09, 2021
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Max was great. We had a party of two; her first dive and my 3rd. Everything went great and the 2 dive spots were cool. I got awesome footage on my GoPro. We saw turtles, cool fish, dolphins and each held a little octopus! Other people (in other dive groups) saw a shark (white tip and harmless) but the ocean doesn't wait for anybody. Highly recommend.
Laura P.
Apr 08, 2021
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David K.
Apr 02, 2021
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L. A.
Dec 26, 2020
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I'm visiting Hawaii for a week and called Manini Dive Company a few days ago to book a Dive on 12/24. I was super excited about it in speaking with Max via phone and he let me know I was going to receive a text with the logistics (meeting time/ location). A day later I noticed I didn't receive a text so I texted and asked. He messaged me the details to meet at 11am on 12/24.
So I showed up early and paid $5 for parking ($1 per hour in case) and was trying to text/ call him that we were there. No response. It's 11:03am and a bunch of diving companies around preparing to leave and
So I showed up early and paid $5 for parking ($1 per hour in case) and was trying to text/ call him that we were there. No response. It's 11:03am and a bunch of diving companies around preparing to leave and
Erika W.
Jun 28, 2020
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Jason R.
Nov 16, 2019
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I had high hopes for Manini. The people I spoke with when planning the trip were super friendly and very helpful. The price was good and they had cool services like having them take photos of you while under water. Alas...we were out front for our 7:15am pick-up and they never came - they messed up our booking which left us scrambling to replan that day of our holiday. Luckily we found Waikiki Dive Center who were awesome.
Evan B.
Jan 05, 2019
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I had booked a dive with Max and then even followed up to reconfirm the reservation and pickup 3 days before. The pickup time came and went and then when I called 15 mins after the pickup time Max said that they had totally forgotten to get me, but that because he didn't own the boat, there was no way to delay the departure even if I grabbed an Uber. He agreed to a full refund + $50 for the inconvenience, but the $50 never arrived.
I'd highly recommend staying away from this dive operator.
I'd highly recommend staying away from this dive operator.
Frank S.
Nov 12, 2018
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I did a 2 tank dive in Oahu, with Max Brunk and the Manhini Dive Company on Oct. 26th 2018.
I opted for hotel pickup and Max was actually a little early for our afternoon appointment. Nice, because I was not looking forward to hanging out in front of my Air BnB with all of my gear.
I am not PADI Certified yet.
Max did a great job in the safety briefing before the first dive and I learned a lot. I hit the water and my mask starts taking on water. I can't get it to stay clear and am now struggling to get back to the boat. Max gets the crew to replace my mask with one of his and he does a great
I opted for hotel pickup and Max was actually a little early for our afternoon appointment. Nice, because I was not looking forward to hanging out in front of my Air BnB with all of my gear.
I am not PADI Certified yet.
Max did a great job in the safety briefing before the first dive and I learned a lot. I hit the water and my mask starts taking on water. I can't get it to stay clear and am now struggling to get back to the boat. Max gets the crew to replace my mask with one of his and he does a great
Colleen B.
Oct 16, 2018
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Tj Lawrence
Aug 31, 2018
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Had a fantastic time with dive instructor Max on a two tank dive in Honolulu. All of the gear was provided. He had snacks and water included as well. We visited two reefs and saw more aquatic life than I've ever seen on a dive before. Tropical fish, dolphins, sea turtles, octopus, and more. Max also took some great pictures during the trip. He provided a much more personal experience than a large commercial dive outfit ever could.
If your looking to dive in Honolulu I highly recommend Manini Dive co. They cater to anyone with no prior dive experience all the way to advanced divers.
If your looking to dive in Honolulu I highly recommend Manini Dive co. They cater to anyone with no prior dive experience all the way to advanced divers.
Jeremy R.
Jun 01, 2018
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Mike G.
Feb 23, 2018
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I have to give Manini Dive Company a full 5 stars.
I first encountered Max back in 2004 when I was working in Hawaii for 3 months. During this time, he got me PADI open water certified right away. I was amazed at his efficiency.
Max and I became very close friends, and when I moved to the island, I spent a lot of my spare time diving with him.
This business, which he built with his own hands, is his life's work. When you work with Max, you see the true definition of a private business - the care and effort that he pours into the customer. The level of quality is unsurpassed, and this is
I first encountered Max back in 2004 when I was working in Hawaii for 3 months. During this time, he got me PADI open water certified right away. I was amazed at his efficiency.
Max and I became very close friends, and when I moved to the island, I spent a lot of my spare time diving with him.
This business, which he built with his own hands, is his life's work. When you work with Max, you see the true definition of a private business - the care and effort that he pours into the customer. The level of quality is unsurpassed, and this is
Brandon W.
Oct 12, 2017
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Lukas H.
Jun 22, 2017
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Max is an awesome guide who goes the extra mile in providing for his customers. He explained to me that Manini means small in Hawaii and that's exactly the feel you get when you book your dive with him. Even in limited visibility Max got me close enough to multiple turtles to get great pictures and he found an octopus which clung to my mask for a little bit. I couldn't recommend Manini Diving more.
