The 9 Best Scuba Diving Trips in Maui

1.2 Tank Lanai Cathedral Scuba Dive Via Boat for Certified Divers

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

Review of Maui’s Lanai Cathedral scuba trip, with two boat-accessed descents, wildlife, pricing, logistics, and practical booking advice.

“We had a great time diving Lanai! Our dive master, Brian, was super conscientious of our safety and pointed things out to us on the boat before our dive. There were 6 in our group and we were able to see so much during the dive. The highlight was definitely the 2nd Cathedral. Although it’s not so much about a cathedral setting but many caves to dive through. Never felt uncomfortable going through the. Abe’s. Lots of animals to see from morays to cleaning crabs to lobsters and octopus. The dives each lasted about 55 minutes depending on how much air you used. I traveled with my daughter and we…”

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2.Intro/Refresher Dive Swim Ability Required

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

Try beginner scuba in Maui with certified instructors, full equipment, small groups, turtle sightings, strict swim and health rules.

“Absolutely amazing! The guy was so patient and knowledgeable. We 100% recommend. The water is perfect, and the views were even better!”

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3.Beginner Scuba Dive in Lahaina: Swimming Required

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

Review of Maui’s beginner scuba session at Kahekili Beach Park, with turtles, small groups, safety rules, costs, and practical booking advice.

“Our teacher, Jen, was AMAZING! I'm glad I let my teenage son do this! He fell in love with the ocean and with diving, thanks to Jen and her guidance. Everything about the experince was fantastic for him. He wanted to go get Padi certified as soon as he got out of the ocean 🤣 I didn't get to go due to health reasons, so I highly recommend going to the Banyan Tree Divers website to look over the medical form before going. Otherwise, you won't get a copy of it until the night before, which is too late to cancel via Viator's policies. If you're in good health and…”

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

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

Explore Maui’s Mala Wharf with a small scuba group, seeking turtles, reef sharks, octopus, eels, and frogfish for $135.80.

“Matt at Dive Maui did a great job with the safety briefing explaining the dive and getting us out to see the turtles and sharks.”

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5.Discover Scuba Diving Class from Lahaina

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

See Maui’s coral reefs, turtles, and tropical fish in a small-group PADI scuba lesson with gear, instruction, and practical tips.

“My two adult daughters (both mid-20s) had done a few dives in their teens in Europe but never were PADI certified. We did the Discover Scuba dive together on the Wharf and it was perfect! Probably saw 30 turtles- many within arms reach. 2 sharks as well. Joe did a great job refreshing my daughters on their skills before we went down- superb instructor and patient with beginners but not overly controlling. I’ve been diving in Egypt, Mexico, Spain, and Oahu and this was on par or better than all four.”

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6.Maui Scuba Diving Introductory Lesson from Lahaina

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

Try scuba in Maui with a small-group shore lesson, patient instruction, reef wildlife, turtles, and practical tips for first-timers.

“This introductory lesson is the real deal! You will go scuba diving 28-30ft down, surrounded by giant green sea turtles, nurse sharks, eels and a variety of fish as you swim through the coral reef. I am so happy I was able to get up the nerve to participate in this adventure! Gu was very patient in calming my anxiety. I will never forget the experience! It is life changing. Thank you Gu!”

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7.South Maui Shore Dive

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

Review of a small-group South Maui scuba outing with turtles, reef sharks, gear, photos, snacks, and practical booking tips.

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

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

Review of Blue Water Maui’s VIP snorkel tour from Lahaina, with small groups, two sites, lunch, turtles, and optional SCUBA.

“My wife has wanted me to scuba since we got married 25 years ago and on our anniversary trip it seemed about time. If I'd known how amazing it would be I'd have done this years ago! Our guide and instructor extraordinaire was Ashley aRead more”

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9.Maui Certified Shore Diving from Lahaina

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

Review of Maui Certified Shore Scuba from Lahaina, with reef fish, turtles, small groups, equipment, safety rules, price, and meeting tips.

“The beauty of the beach. Very easy swim to the coral and rock formations. I’m very buoyant. Fortunately, the dive master was skilled enough to carry extra weights with her. She attached two to my BC. Also, she brings a writing tablet into the water and writes the names of all of the fish. If you’re looking for an easy, low impact dive experience, this is it.”

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