No trip to Hawaii is complete without diving into the famous blue waters! As you research aquatic adventures for your trip, you will see plenty of opportunities for snorkeling, scuba, and even snuba — a unique blend of both! So how do snorkeling and snuba compare? Ko Olina Ocean Adventures in Kapolei explains.

Read on to learn more about these two great water sports:

• Certification: Snorkeling is perfect for beginners as it requires no certification or experience. Snuba, like snorkeling, has no certification or skills required. At Ko Olina Ocean Adventures, anyone age eight and above can enjoy a snuba dive!
• Diving Depth: A snorkel permits you to breathe through a short tube, so you must stay near the surface of the water as you swim. The snuba method, however, allows you to dive deeper than regular snorkeling and see the creatures near the ocean floor with the help of a 20-foot-long air tube connected to an oxygen tank. 
• Equipment: Scuba diving requires a tank of oxygen that you wear on your back with a full wetsuit, but snorkeling just requires a simple snorkel mask, with no special attire necessary. Snuba can also be enjoyed in a standard bathing suit, and a specialized snuba guide will hook you up to your air tube. No need to carry any heavy equipment on your back; your air line will float above you on the water's surface and follow along with you as you explore!

Are you ready to dive in? Call Ko Olina Ocean Adventures in Kapolei to start planning your unforgettable snorkel or snuba excursion. To get in touch, call (808) 396-2068 or visit their website. You can also like them on Facebook for the latest news and updates.