Maui Scuba
Serene. Ethereal. Weightless. Enthralled. These are just some of the many words used by people to describe the feeling of scuba diving in Maui. The feeling while diving off the shores of an amazing island like Maui… well, that just might be the experience you come back to whenever you need a little peace of mind. Come immerse yourself in the azure Pacific and dive Maui’s spectacular reefs teeming with fish and sea life. If you’re lucky, you may just get to scuba dive in Maui among some spinner dolphins!
Maui’s Diving Hot Spots
Many top Maui scuba diving spots are accessible by shore and range in depth from 30 to 100 feet. Some of the best Maui diving bar none is off the south shore in the morning, where the average reef depth is 45 feet and the visibility is often 100 feet or more. ‘Āhihi Bay in Mākena is one of the most spectacular south shore dives. Other awesome south side Maui scuba diving spots include Five Graves (Mākena Landing), La Perouse, and Puʻu ʻOlaʻi. On the west side past Honokōwai you’ll find Honolua Bay with depths from 18 to 45 feet. Being a marine preserve, the wealth of ocean life is spectacular. A note of caution: Diving Honolua Bay during the winter months is not recommended due to high winter surf.
Maui Scuba Charters
For scuba diving Maui’s west side waters, Mike Pretzak of Maui Scuba Mike in Lāhaina is, as we say here in Hawai‘i, da bomb! Mike has been diving Maui for 25 years and knows all the reefs, caves, and wrecks; most importantly, he knows his stuff! Offering tours and all levels of instruction, Mike has many dive packages that are guaranteed to please. In2Scuba Diving Maui in Kāʻanapali caters to every level of diver; Mākena Coast Dive Charters in Kīhei specializes in wall dives at the ancient volcanic crater of Molokini. Almost all dive shops on Maui rent scuba gear.
Dive Smart
It is important to remember that if you are going to Haleakalā, Upcountry Maui, or taking an air tour, you must wait 24 hours after scuba diving due to the altitude change.
Get Ready to Take the Plunge
Whether an absolute newbie or a seasoned Maui scuba diver, a life-enriching scuba experience awaits you off the shores of beautiful Maui. Get ready to take the plunge by contacting our Maui scuba diving charter experts today at ILoveHawaii.com to book your adventure down under.
