4.5 Hours
A high-energy, three-tank dive off Kihei into Molokini Crater with 100+ foot visibility—built for experienced divers who want deep walls, drift sections and pelagic encounters. Learn the requirements, what to expect and why this trip is one of Maui’s most intense day dives.
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Difficulty
challenging
Duration
4.5 hours
Fitness Level
Good cardio and comfort on open-ocean boats; able to perform three dives in one outing and manage heavy tanks and exits.
Wildlife
History
Molokini is a partially submerged volcanic tuff cone formed by ancient eruptions; its crescent rim creates distinct reef habitats used by local divers for decades.
Conservation
Molokini lies within a protected marine area where fishing, collecting and wildlife harassment are restricted; operators follow rules to reduce impact and preserve reef health.
Prodiver Maui
4.5 Hours
Prodiver Maui is a Kihei, Hawaii dive operator that specializes in guided snorkeling, diving, whale-watching, and private boat charters. The company runs scheduled trips aboard vessels including Pro Diver II, Kilikina II, and The Getaway, serving South Maui waters such as Molokini Crater, Turtle Towns, and the Auau Channel.
Offerings include seasonal Whale Watch Tours to observe Humpback Whales in the Auau Channel aboard The Getaway; Molokini Snorkel & Dive trips on Pro Diver II with complimentary gear and refreshments; Molokini trips on Kilikina II; an exclusive 3-Tank Dive at Molokini Crater (offered Tuesdays); guided shore dives with easy entries and gentle sandy bottoms; and PADI courses including Open Water and Advanced Open Water with shore and boat components. Private Charters accommodate up to twelve guests with customizable itineraries, rental gear, snacks, and drinks, and a Ceremonial Private Charter option is also available.
Prodiver Maui highlights clear visibility dive sites such as Molokini Crater, noted for over 100 feet of visibility, and emphasizes customized experiences for divers and snorkelers of varying skill levels. Expert crew and guides lead the trips, offering local knowledge of marine life, reef locations, and shore-entry sites. With a range of single-day excursions and multi-dive certification courses, Prodiver Maui provides accessible ways to explore Maui’s underwater environment and seasonal whale migrations.
Whale Watch Tours are two-hour outings aboard The Getaway to observe seasonal humpback whale behavior and surface displays. Molokini dives offer two-tank and three-tank options with complimentary gear and refreshments on trips. Private charters accommodate twelve guests.
Tours Offered
11
Varied snorkeling & dive trips
Max Charter Size
12 guests
Private charters for groups
PADI Courses
Open & Advanced
Shore and boat components
Molokini Visibility
100+ ft
Clear visibility at Molokini
Check availability for Molokini snorkeling and diving, seasonal two-hour whale watches, PADI courses, guided shore dives, and private charters in Kihei.
Certification & Recent Dive
Bring your certification card and logbook—operator requires a minimum of 25 lifetime dives and a dive within the last six months.
Expect Rough Seas
Plan for rough ocean conditions and currents; take motion-sickness medication and secure loose gear.
Bring a Dive Computer
A reliable dive computer and knowledge of gas planning are essential for dives to 130 feet; follow guide depth limits.
Protect Your Camera
Use strobes and wide-angle optics for clarity, and tether equipment during drift segments to avoid loss.
Dive computer
Tracks depth and decompression limits for dives down to 130 feet.
Exposure suit (3–5mm or 5mm hooded suit)
Thermal protection for repeated dives and choppy surface conditions.
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Surface marker buoy (DSMB)
Required for safe surface signalling during deep ascents and drift transitions.
Underwater camera with strobes
Captures wide-angle reef scenes and vivid colors in high-visibility water.