Discover the Thrill of Night Diving off Maui Ocean Shores
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Divers should be in good physical shape with the stamina to manage diving gear and underwater conditions during evening hours.
Overview
Experience the magic of Maui Ocean Shores after dark with a guided Night Dive. Encounter lobsters, octopuses, and eels active in their natural hunting grounds, illuminated by powerful LED lights for unforgettable underwater encounters.
Night Dive
Starting at $139
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About This Adventure
Experience the thrill of a Night Dive off Maui Ocean Shores, where you’ll encounter vibrant nocturnal sea life like lobsters, octopus, and eels in their natural hunting grounds. With small group sizes and high-powered LED lights, this unforgettable adventure offers stunning photography opportunities against a mesmerizing dark backdrop.
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Rates include Everything
- Night Dive $139
- Minimum 2 Divers Or book 2 Spots for 1 Diver
This is a MUST SEE!!! We meet just before sunset. Nocturnal critters comprise of more than half of the sea life off Maui Ocean Shores. The fish change color and mostly are hiding, while the invertebrates are prowling. You may see, many different types of Lobsters, Crabs, Octopus, Nudibranchs (Spanish Dancers), File fish, Moray and Conger Eels hunting and possibly catching fish (Brutal Entertainment). If you are a photographer, nighttime is when you really want to shoot. This is your opportunity to get close with a black back drop behind your subjects.
Once you try Night Diving you will agree that this IS the most popular dive experience. Scared of the dark? Don't be, with our great visibility you can see each other even with the light off. But of course, we dive with dive High Powered LED lights. We don't OVERBOOK!!! Night Dive groups are small unlike some of the others.
Important:
**• To dive, you must be a certified diver.
• Shallow Dives must be completed 12hrs prior to going to elevation 1000ft or greater and Deep and/or repetitive dives must be completed 18hrs prior to going to elevation 1000ft or greater**
Adventure Tips
Bring a dive light
Essential for night dives, your own dive light helps you explore and spot nocturnal creatures beyond the group’s main beam.
Expect cooler water temperatures
Nighttime temps can dip, so wear an appropriate wetsuit to maintain warmth during the dive.
Maintain buoyancy control
Precise buoyancy is key to avoid disturbing marine life and the reef during night exploration.
Avoid sudden movements
Move slowly and calmly to respect the nocturnal animals’ comfort and safety.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Hawaiian lobsters
- Reef octopuses
History
Lahaina was a historic whaling port that became the capital of the Kingdom of Hawaii before Honolulu took over in 1845.
Conservation
Operators adhere to strict low-impact diving guidelines to protect the fragile reefs and nocturnal species in Maui Ocean Shores.
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Recommended Gear
Wetsuit
Provides thermal protection for cooler nighttime water temperatures.
Primary dive light
Crucial for illuminating the underwater environment during the night.
Backup dive light
Ensures safety in case the primary light fails.
Underwater camera
Ideal for capturing the unique nocturnal marine life and lighting effects.