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15 Scuba Diving in Maui Worth Getting Wet For

23 dives  ·  from $128 a head

Prices, water time and who each one suits, in one place. The 15 scuba diving in Maui below are the ones worth spending a spare morning on.

2 Tank Lanai Cathedral Scuba Dive Via Boat for Certified Divers - The crossing from Maui to Lanai
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2 Tank Lanai Cathedral Scuba Dive Via Boat for Certified Divers

1.2 Tank Lanai Cathedral Scuba Dive Via Boat for Certified Divers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 548 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $306Our pick

Meet Dive Maui at 6:30 AM for a boat ride from Lahaina to Lanai, where certified scuba guests make two descents of up to 60 minutes. Expect caverns, arches, lava formations, swim-throughs, possible whales and dolphins, and guides such as Abbi, Jess, Brian, or Scott.

“Abby & Jess are the two best dive masters! Very impressive knowledge of all the marine life. Good quality rental gear. Beautiful scenery! Highly recommend.”

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Intro/Refresher Dive Swim Ability Required - Learning the basics before entering the water
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Intro/Refresher Dive Swim Ability Required

2.Intro/Refresher Dive Swim Ability Required

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 248 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $239

Meet at 65 Kai Ala Drive in Lahaina for a two-hour beginner scuba session with a certified instructor. You will learn basic skills, use provided equipment, and explore Maui’s underwater life in a group of no more than four. Strong swimming ability and good health are required.

“Awesome experience! Saw a lot fishes and turtle! I would defiantly recommend this experience. The instructors were very helpful.”

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Beginner Scuba Dive in Lahaina: Swimming Required - The First Underwater Session
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Beginner Scuba Dive in Lahaina: Swimming Required

3.Beginner Scuba Dive in Lahaina: Swimming Required

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 219 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $229

Learn basic scuba skills in shallow water at Kahekili Beach Park, then head to about 30 feet with an instructor such as Shane, Simon, Kevin, or Jen. Expect a small group, provided equipment, tropical fish, and possible turtles, eels, rays, or reef life. You must swim independently in the ocean.

“It was more than expected. Great instructor. Seem sea turtle, eel and several tropical fish. Great experience.”

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Small-Group Shark and Turtle Dive for Certified Divers - A small group changes the whole experience
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Small-Group Shark and Turtle Dive for Certified Divers

4.Small-Group Shark and Turtle Dive for Certified Divers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 219 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $135

Start at 7:30 a.m. in Lahaina for a small-group scuba outing at Mala Wharf. Follow guides such as Joe, Abbi, or Matt through the sunken pier, where turtles gather at cleaning stations and white-tip reef sharks rest nearby. Gear is provided, but you must carry it over the rocky shore entry.

“I did a two tank dive with Dive Maui and they were great. I chose to rent their equipment versus bring my own gear and their equipment was very good quality, nice wetsuits and good BCD’s and reg sets. I did bring my own mask and would remind people to bring their own torch. We had Abby as our Divemaster and she was excellent. She really let us know what to expect insofar as entry and exit of the dives as well as the marine life we would expect to see. On the dive we saw tons of mantas up close as well as lots of turtles. One turtle I…”

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Discover Scuba Diving Class from Lahaina - Learning the equipment before entering the sea
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Discover Scuba Diving Class from Lahaina

5.Discover Scuba Diving Class from Lahaina

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 185 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $158

Start in Lahaina with PADI eLearning, equipment instruction, and basic underwater skills. Groups are limited to four. With an instructor such as Matt, Joe, Abby, or Scott, you’ll practice near shore, then explore Maui coral reefs, where turtles and tropical fish may appear.

“Make sure you have no medical conditions! The instructor Matt is an experienced diver, but took his time with us and made sure we were comfortable and safe. The dive itself was great. We dove around an old shipwreck and saw all kinds of fish, including a puffer fish, and two nurse sharks! Matt was very attentive during the dive and made sure everyone was doing good. A GREAT experience!”

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Maui Scuba Diving Introductory Lesson from Lahaina - Entering the ocean at a west Maui beach
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Maui Scuba Diving Introductory Lesson from Lahaina

6.Maui Scuba Diving Introductory Lesson from Lahaina

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 179 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $227

Learn scuba basics at Extended Horizons Scuba in Lahaina, then enter the ocean from a nearby beach with a certified instructor. Groups are limited to four, depths reach no more than 35 feet, and sites may include Black Rock, Kapalua Bay, or other west Maui beaches.

“Maya is a great instructor! She is very knowledgeable and explains everything so well for beginners. Would definitely recommend to anyone who is curious to try!!”

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South Maui Shore Dive - Safety briefing first, then the shoreline
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South Maui Shore Dive

7.South Maui Shore Dive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 147 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $155

Meet at 7:00 am in Makena for a small-group certified scuba outing with a PADI instructor. You’ll explore South Maui reefs, caves, and marine life such as turtles, reef sharks, eels, rays, and tropical fish. Gear, snacks, drinks, and underwater photos are included.

“Did a one tank dive and had a great experience all around. Booking with them was very east. Emailed to confirm and even called to make sure I had good directions on where to meet up. The dive site was great. Lots of fish, turtles and White Tip Reef Sharks. The water was very clear and allowed for great underwater pictures. If I make it back to Maui I would definitely dive again with this company again!”

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VIP Aloha Nui Snorkel Adventure w/ optional SCUBA from Lahaina - Leaving from Mala Boat Ramp in Lahaina
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VIP Aloha Nui Snorkel Adventure w/ optional SCUBA from Lahaina

8.VIP Aloha Nui Snorkel Adventure w/ optional SCUBA from Lahaina

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 136 reviews · from $235

From Mala Boat Ramp, you’ll spend about 4.5 hours aboard a 12-passenger boat, visiting at least two Maui or Lanai snorkel sites chosen for the day’s conditions. Expect coral gardens, turtles, fish, lunch, banana bread, and optional SCUBA with guides such as Ashley and Captain Justin.

“we have done tons of snorkeling trip and this was one of our favorites. The crew was great and took us to the perfect spots. I highly recommend!!”

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Maui Certified Shore Diving from Lahaina - Why the shallow reef matters
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Maui Certified Shore Diving from Lahaina

9.Maui Certified Shore Diving from Lahaina

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 107 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $199

Meet a certified scuba instructor at a Maui beach chosen for the day’s ocean conditions. In a group of no more than four, you’ll explore a shallow reef with coral, fish, eels, and often sea turtles. Gabi, Bruce, Phil, or another guide may use an underwater tablet to identify fish.

“Our scuba instructor, Bruce, was wonderful he was very patient and thorough, explaining all the safety protocols the force before diving we felt safe at all times and he showed us some great places to go scuba diving in Lahaina We highly recommend this company!!”

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Guided Scuba Dive in Lahaina: Certified - The briefing and Scuba Review portion
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Guided Scuba Dive in Lahaina: Certified

10.Guided Scuba Dive in Lahaina: Certified

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 67 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $189

Join Banyan Tree Divers Maui for a two-hour certified shore session at Kahekili Beach Park in West Maui. You will review skills, use provided equipment, and explore for turtles, eels, rays, fish, and possible reef sharks with a group capped at eight.

“I had to change my dive at the last second and they were able to accommodate me! Our dive guide had a wonderful balance of “we’re here to have fun” and maintaining essential safety protocol. Sometimes places are extremely lax, and they threaded the needle perfectly. Will book with them again next time I’m on island”

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Private and Personalized Scuba Diving Adventures for All Experience Levels - Kahekili Beach Park: a flexible West Maui option
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Private and Personalized Scuba Diving Adventures for All Experience Levels

11.Private and Personalized Scuba Diving Adventures for All Experience Levels

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $250

Join Michelle of Destination Diving and Snorkel Maui for a private three-hour Maui water adventure. Choose snorkeling or scuba, with a plan shaped around your group’s experience. Beach sites may include Olowalu, Kahekili, and Kapalua, with small groups, patient instruction, and no prior scuba experience required.

“Michelle was helpful and patient even when I was uncomfortable at first since I hadn't dived in decades. She showed us lots of marine life. It was a fun experience.”

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Turtle & Shark Scuba Dive in Lahaina: Certified - A safety briefing before the ocean entry
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Turtle & Shark Scuba Dive in Lahaina: Certified

12.Turtle & Shark Scuba Dive in Lahaina: Certified

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $259

Meet Banyan Tree Divers at their scuba truck near Ala Moana and Front Street in Lahaina. After a safety briefing, walk to the shore with your guide for a tailored underwater outing among turtles, reef fish, and possible white-tip reef sharks. Certified divers only.

“My husband and I have never gone scuba diving but our instructor was absolutely amazing. We had so much fun, we definitely plan on doing it again in the future.”

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Scuba Diving in Maui with No Experience Needed - The reef and the animals you might see
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Scuba Diving in Maui with No Experience Needed

13.Scuba Diving in Maui with No Experience Needed

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 56 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $199

Learn scuba basics with PADI-certified instructors Sarah, Deborah, or Ted, then enter West Maui’s ocean from shore in a group of no more than four. Expect a patient lesson, shallow reef exploration, turtles and tropical fish, and a calm introduction to underwater breathing.

“Very patient and made you feel comfortable in learning about scuba diving. There was no pressure due to small group of 4”

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Maui: Beginner Discovery Scuba Dive Excursion from Lahaina - Shore instruction makes the first underwater moments easier
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Maui: Beginner Discovery Scuba Dive Excursion from Lahaina

14.Maui: Beginner Discovery Scuba Dive Excursion from Lahaina

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 46 reviews · 2h 30m · from $238

Learn scuba basics on shore, then enter Maui’s calm, shallow coastal waters with a certified instructor. Groups are limited to four, and guides such as Michael, Kevin, Rick, Bruce, Gu, Emma, and Dave have helped beginners feel at ease. Expect reef fish, coral, rays, and possible sea turtles.

“Rick was amazing! He made us feel incredibly comfortable, safe, and stoked throughout the entire diving experience. Rick was very organized, incredibly knowledgeable, and overly skilled which made our dive especially enjoyable. We had some anxiety about diving prior to the start of the activity and almost instantly after meeting Rick we felt calm and at peace. Rick was quick to tailor the experience to fit our needs and ability levels. After the dive was complete I felt so much more confident in my diving abilities and scuba in general. I’m not sure I’m qualified to fully know the Aloha way, but I think Rick’s attitude embodies it for sure.…”

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PADI Scuba Lesson and Shore Dive in Maui - Fish, coral, turtles, and other possible sightings
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PADI Scuba Lesson and Shore Dive in Maui

15.PADI Scuba Lesson and Shore Dive in Maui

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Meet Karim at Kahekili Beach Park for paperwork, a clear scuba briefing, and an open-water shore session lasting about 40 minutes. This private English-language lesson suits beginners, including older children with suitable maturity and fitness. The group returns to the meeting point afterward.

“Our instructor was patient and informative and we where so happy with it, that we're going to do it again before we leave for the mainland. Kevin and Sharon”

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