Packing List — August 3, 2026 · Kaua'i

📋 Do Before You Leave

Complete the online waiver — check your dive confirmation email (Booking #331902898 / #346084299). Do it on your phone ahead of time to speed up the 12:30 PM check-in.

Check ocean conditions before any free-morning water activity — hioceansafety.com. Lawa'i Beach, Maha'ulepu, and Koloa Landing are not lifeguarded. Poipu Beach has lifeguards.

Pull tip cash for the dive crew — gratuity is not included in the booking. Cash or Venmo accepted.

Eat a solid breakfast but nothing too heavy — seasickness is real on a 4.5-hour boat at 40–60 ft.

Call Hukilau Lanai tonight between 5–9 PM: (808) 822-0600. Mention your 15-year anniversary and confirm your Aug 5 reservation at 7:00 PM. Request the ocean-side seating.

⚠ Dive Day Rules

No diving within 12–18 hours of flying. You're not flying yet — but avoid anything that could affect your ability to dive safely.

Stay well-hydrated the day before and morning of — dehydration increases DCS risk.

If anyone feels unwell (ear congestion, sinus pressure, illness) — tell the dive shop at check-in. Don't dive through it.

Key

Day-specific — not your standard beach kit

Standard — bring as usual

📋 Reservations & Bookings

Seasport Divers — dive booking confirmation essential

Booking #331902898 (2 divers) & #346084299 (1 snorkeler) · Check-in 12:30 PM sharp · 2827 Poipu Rd, Koloa · Complete online waiver before arrival.

🤿 Dive Essentials

Mask & Snorkel essential

For Lori snorkeling during the boat dive, and for free-morning snorkeling at Lawa'i Beach or Koloa Landing.

Dive Flashlights essential

For illuminating caves, lava tubes, and overhangs at sites like Sheraton Caverns. Bring two — one primary, one backup.

21700 Batteries essential

Spare batteries for the dive flashlights. Confirm charge and load fresh cells the night before.

Towels

Reef-safe sunscreen essential

Required on the dive boat and at all water entry points. No spray-on. Apply before leaving the villa.

Dive certification cards (Eric & Courtney) essential

Required at 12:30 PM check-in — physical card, e-card, or photo on your phone is fine.

Motion sickness medication essential

Take the night before and morning of — 4.5 hours on the water at 40–60 ft depth.

Cash for crew tip cash

Gratuity not included in booking. Cash or Venmo accepted.

Mask defogger / lens cleaner

Prevent fog on the dive mask — apply before each dive.

🏖️ Beach & Water — Free Morning

Bathing suit

River Shoes day-specific

Grip soles for reef entries at Lawa'i Beach and Koloa Landing — protect your feet on the boat ramp and rocky shoreline.

Beach towel

Separate from your dive towel — keeps sandy gear away from clean gear.

Day pack / small bag

For Maha'ulepu Heritage Trail or any walking activity — carry water, snacks, and sunscreen.

👟 Clothing & Sun Protection

Rashguard / sun shirt

Sun protection on the boat deck and warmth under the wetsuit between dives.

Hat with strap

Wind on the boat — a strap keeps it from blowing off.

Sunglasses with strap essential

Light windbreaker / long-sleeve layer

Cool wind between dives on the deck; also useful for the evening.

Resort casual for dinner

For Honu Pool Bar & Grill or villa night — quick change after returning from the dive ~5:00 PM.

Sandals / flip flops

For after the dive when feet are wet — easy on/off at the resort.

🥤 Food & Drink

Reusable water bottle essential

Stay hydrated before, between, and after dives — dehydration increases DCS risk.

Light villa lunch supplies

Sandwiches with lunch meat & condiments, Fairlife milk, fresh fruit — keep it light before the afternoon dive.

Post-dive snack on the boat

Trail mix, granola bar, or jerky — refuel between dives or on the ride back.

🎒 Gear & Extras

Underwater camera / GoPro essential

Agenda highly recommends it — Sheraton Caverns, Stone House, Beach House Arches are stunning to capture.

DSLR Camera (Canon 50D)

For boat-deck shots and coastal views on the South Shore.

Phone & portable battery

Dry bag for valuables

Protect phone, wallet, and keys from spray on the boat.

Personal medications

Bring any prescriptions / supplements needed during the 4.5-hour dive trip.

Small cash for vendors

Waikomo Shave Ice and the Spouting Horn vendor market are cash-friendly.

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