By Chase Sheldon
Hawaii is one of the quintessential paradise destinations for diving, whether you are young or old, accomplished or just starting out. With warm waters year-round, crystal clear views and protected areas, diving in Hawaii is an experience all in its own, only waiting for you to grasp it. One of the best areas in Hawaii to learn and dive would have to be Kona, Hawaii, which is one of the districts of the Big Island of Hawaii. This region of the islands is home to incredible underwater structures like lava tubes and domes, arches and caverns, plus reefs with colors so vivid they will brighten your day.
If you want to stay in Kona, Hawaii, there is no better place to stay than the Royal Kona Resort. This resort is only a short walk away from the heart of Kona Town, with full access to all the fine restaurants, bars, historical sites, shops, and activities wherein. The resort itself is home to a full bar and restaurant, open pool and more than four hundred and thirty rooms available. If you are looking for the best available on the island of Hawaii, you can’t go wrong with the Royal Kona Resort. Nor can you go wrong with taking your diving adventures with Jack’s Diving Locker. Located less than five minutes from the Royal Kona Resort, Jack’s Diving Locker has an long history, dating back to the 80s, where Jack Clothier, NAUI Course Director, brought diving to Hawaii back in the 70s. Now more than forty years later, Jack’s Diving Locker still operates, teaching new divers and experienced divers alike with the latest specialized equipment available.
Jack’s offers a variety of amazing diving encounters, available for all levels of divers, as well as diving lessons for newcomers to the pastime. Our very own Elisa Johnson, Vice-President of Marketing took her own diving lessons with Jack’s Diving Locker and is quick to recommend them. So, whether you are looking to learn, need a refresher, or want to learn more about a more technical side of Scuba, you can book a lesson and get certified! If you already know how to dive though, or want to put those lessons to good use, there are several activities that Jack’s Diving Locker offers.
Jack’s offers a variety of fun and exciting day and night dives. Classic and Advanced trips explore reefs and underwater lava arches and caverns. A vacation highlight for many is the world-famous manta ray dive and snorkel trip. Guests experience giant, gentle rays up close and personal. It’s an experience of a lifetime.