With the start of summer, booking fun activities for your next vacation naturally tops the priority list for many families. If you’re headed to the island of Oahu or already live there, take advantage of the incomparable ocean activities available. While dive tours have always been a part of the Hawaii experience, Banzai Divers in Honolulu, HI, has something truly exciting and unique to offer: lava tube dive tours.

What Are Lava Tubes?

Lava tubes are a type of elongated cave, formed when the outer edges of flowing lava cool. This forms a layer of insulation that keeps the rest of the lava inside the tube in a hot, molten state. When the lava flow eventually stops, a hollow tube or cave is left behind that can extend for miles. Because of the islands’ volcanic nature, many of the ocean areas surrounding Hawaii feature underwater lava tubes. The environment, different from a typical reef, hosts a wide variety of marine creatures.

Why Go for a Dive Tour in a Lava Tube?

Lava tube dive tours offer views you won’t see anywhere else in the world. The North Shore of Oahu is home to several exciting areas to explore, such as the Firehouse Cathedrals, where natural skylights have formed over ancient lava tubes and create a beautiful light show. Other unique sights include the man-made Haleiwa Trench, once home to military submarines, the tubes and caverns of Sharks Cove where many endemic species live, and the lava rock walls of the Three Tables area. With such a wide variety of wildlife and natural formations to see, these lava tube dives are sure to enchant.

If you want an unforgettable scuba diving experience, look no further than Banzai Divers. With shore dive tours that are more affordable and fun than boat dives, there’s no better way to see Hawaii’s stunning marine ecosystem up close and personal with the whole family. Locals enjoy kama‘aina rates. Learn more about their tours online, and call (808) 462-8290 to book your trip.