Discover Scuba from Shore in Lahaina: Your Gateway to Maui’s Underwater World
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Basic swimming skills and moderate physical fitness are needed, but no advanced training required.
Overview
Take your first breath underwater on Maui with a guided shore scuba dive. Perfect for beginners, this safe, small-group experience reveals vibrant coral reefs and marine life right off Lahaina’s coast.
Discover Scuba from Shore
Allow for 3 Hours • Ages 10+
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About This Adventure
Experience the thrill of your first underwater breaths with a guided SCUBA dive! In a small group, you'll receive expert instruction and all necessary equipment for a safe and memorable adventure. Enjoy up to an hour exploring the ocean, making this a unique opportunity to connect with marine life.
It's time to take your first breaths underwater on SCUBA or to be welcomed back to the ocean!
Tour Duration
- 3 Hours
- Check in 8AM/12PM
- Approximate Return: 11AM/3PM
Group Size
Maximum 4 divers per Instructor.
Whatʻs Included
- 1 Tank
- All Scuba equipment
- Up to 1 hour dive time
- PADI instructor guide
- All PADI Materials
Tank Specs
We use standard 80 CF. Smaller tanks are available upon request.
Optional Add-ons for additional cost
- Dive light
- GoPro
About the Tour
Learning to dive is fun and safe, but we need to follow proper procedures to keep it so. We start the Discovery Dive experience with a little reading and short briefing with your instructor, so you know what to expect in the ocean. Then you'll head to the water to practice what you've learned and dive!
As a diver you'll learn that the early bird gets the worm. Please arrive on time for your dive experience. You can expect for the whole process to take around 3 hours with approximately 1 hour spent underwater.
Location
This is a shore dive, you meet at the shop and we walk into the ocean close by.
Diver Requirements
- 10 years old
- Can get cleared for the PADI Medical
- Can carry 35 LB of gear into the ocean.
- Comfortable swimming in the Ocean.
- Please no spray sunscreen.
What to Bring
- Towel
- Completed coursework
Cancellation Policy
- There is a 48 hour cancellation policy on all cancellations and rescheduling of dives. Dive Maui is not responsible for cancellations due to a guests' failure to complete coursework needed before a dive or for illness.
- Tour is subject to cancellation or reschedule due to weather or capacity.
Adventure Tips
Stay Hydrated Before Your Dive
Drinking plenty of water before your session helps prevent dehydration and reduces the risk of decompression sickness.
Arrive Early for Equipment Fitting
Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes before your dive to get fitted with gear and receive safety instructions without rush.
Use Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protect Maui’s delicate coral by applying reef-safe sunscreen before your dive to minimize environmental impact.
Practice Equalizing Pressure
Learn and practice ear equalization techniques early during the briefing to avoid discomfort during descent.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Hawaiian green sea turtles (honu)
- Moorish idol fish
History
Lahaina was the capital of the Kingdom of Hawaii in the early 19th century and a major whaling port before becoming a center for Hawaiian cultural preservation and tourism.
Conservation
Operators emphasize reef-friendly practices and abide by local regulations to protect Hawaii’s fragile coral reefs and marine habitats.
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Adventure Hotspots in Lahaina
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Mask and Snorkel
Allows you to comfortably breathe and see underwater during surface intervals.
summer specific
Wetsuit
Useful during cooler months to maintain warmth during longer dives.
spring specific
Secure Footwear
Protects feet when walking on rocky shore entry points.
summer specific
Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Prevents sunburn and protects marine ecosystems.
summer specific