
Beginner Scuba Diving in Kaanapali
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 232 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Beginner Scuba Diving in Kaanapali worth booking?
Beginner Scuba Diving in Kaanapali is a 2-hour experience in Maui, United States, from $222 per person. It scores 79 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 232 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 79 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (232)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $222 per person
Go scuba diving during your Maui vacation! Our Lahaina dive shop is owned and operated by a PADI instructor with 20 years of professional teaching experience. The focus is always on your safety and comfort with small group sizes and excellent scuba equipment. Choose scuba diving with us to get the attention you deserve! PLEASE READ: You MUST be able to swim unassisted in the ocean to book this Beginner Scuba Dive. Private Scuba Diving is REQUIRED when your group has a novice swimmer. Look for our private tour in a separate listing. If your swimming ability is misrepresented, it will lead to removal from this beginner scuba dive and NO REFUND. PLEASE ALSO READ "What to Expect." Banyan Tree Divers Maui provides excellent scuba dives guided by an attentive and professional instructor. Book now to have fun learning to scuba dive!
What you get
About this experience
Go scuba diving during your Maui vacation! Our Lahaina dive shop is owned and operated by a PADI instructor with 20 years of professional teaching experience. The focus is always on your safety and comfort with small group sizes and excellent scuba equipment. Choose scuba diving with us to get the attention you deserve! PLEASE READ: You MUST be able to swim unassisted in the ocean to book this Beginner Scuba Dive. Private Scuba Diving is REQUIRED when your group has a novice swimmer. Look for our private tour in a separate listing. If your swimming ability is misrepresented, it will lead to removal from this beginner scuba dive and NO REFUND. PLEASE ALSO READ "What to Expect." Banyan Tree Divers Maui provides excellent scuba dives guided by an attentive and professional instructor. Book now to have fun learning to scuba dive!
What's included
Included
- Use of SCUBA equipment
- Professional Guide
- Snacks
Not included
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Gratuities
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Maui
Use Google Maps. We meet at Kahekili Beach Park in Kaanapali. Once you turn onto Kai Ala Drive, follow the road to the ocean, where you see a big public parking lot. You will meet your instructor at the scuba truck. Transportation is not included. Please let us know if you do not have a rental car.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Use Google Maps. We meet at Kahekili Beach Park in Kaanapali. Once you turn onto Kai Ala Drive, follow the road to the ocean, where you see a big public parking lot. You will meet your instructor at the scuba truck. Transportation is not included. Please let us know if you do not have a rental car.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Banyan Tree Divers Maui
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age to participate is 10.
- Guests should be able to carry a minimum of 30 pounds for a short distance.
- After diving you must wait 18 hours to fly or ascend to 1,000 feet or more.
- Guests must be comfortable swimming independently in the ocean to complete this tour. If you book this tour but cannot swim, you forfeit your participation in the experience as well as your right to a refund.
- Must be able to answer NO to each question on the Medical Statement. A YES answer requires a doctor clearance. Failure to secure a doctor clearance when needed forfeits the ability to dive and the right to a refund. Please contact Banyan Tree Divers ahead of time for a copy of the medical form if you have any health concerns that might affect your ability to dive.
- Transportation not included. Please let us know if you will not have a rental car.
- Requires you to swim independently in the deep ocean
- Not recommended for guests with asthma or sinus conditions
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 232 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
232 verified traveler reviews for Beginner Scuba Diving in Kaanapali. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Definitely a bucket list...
Definitely a bucket list thing to do it was phenomenal!!! I did it for my honeymoon and it was awesome
via Viator
Fun and worth doing
Super awesome experience guide was really cool, helped out with everything very knowledgeable and even told us other things to do. While we were on vacation
via Tripadvisor
We had Shane as our dive...
We had Shane as our dive instructor and he did an amazing job. Half of our group took to diving like fish and the other half freaked out were unable to dive for the majority of the time. He remained very calm and was able to monitor both sets of people appropriately. The experience was absolutely amazing and we half of us will definitely be diving again 🤣. 10/10 recommend.
via Viator
Must try!
Talk about an experience of a lifetime. Simon was very informative and made you feel comfortable for your first dive!
via Tripadvisor
What an adventure
Shane was extremely knowledgeable and patient! We got to see beautiful coral and tons of fish. I was very nervous but Shane kept me calm and me and my husband ended up with private dive experience. Hands down best place for your first dive! We would recommend to every first timers. It was our 20th anniversary and wouldn’t change anything! Shane has tons of experience around the world wouldn’t have asked for a better instructor!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $222 to $249
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 81
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Banyan Tree Divers Maui, who run 3 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 73.6.
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Beginner Scuba Diving in Kaanapali: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Maui.
How much does Beginner Scuba Diving in Kaanapali cost?
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Prices start at $222 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Maui usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Beginner Scuba Diving in Kaanapali take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Maui is not rushed.
Is Beginner Scuba Diving in Kaanapali worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 79 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 232 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Maui, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Beginner Scuba Diving in Kaanapali?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Beginner Scuba Diving in Kaanapali suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Beginner Scuba Diving in Kaanapali?
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Around 81 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Maui can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Maui and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Beginner Scuba Diving in Kaanapali start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Maui within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Maui?
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Maui's three signature days are the Hana road, the Haleakala summit sunrise and the Molokini snorkel sail, and all three are logistics problems as much as experiences. Sunrise summit entry is permit-controlled, Hana is a ten-hour driving day, and Molokini boats vary wildly in size. Our ranking rewards operators who handle permits and keep boat capacity low. On Outty we rank every Maui experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Molokini Crater + South Maui Coast Adventure from Kihei, Maui, West Maui Snorkeling Experience by Boat from Ka'anapali, Maui Eco-Raft Tour: Eye-Level Whale or Dolphin Watching - Lahaina. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Maui?
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April to May and September to October. Whale season runs December to April. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Maui?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Beginner Scuba Diving in Kaanapali?
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Included: Use of SCUBA equipment; Professional Guide; and Snacks. Not included: Bottled water; Private transportation; and Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Beginner Scuba Diving in Kaanapali?
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Use Google Maps. We meet at Kahekili Beach Park in Kaanapali. Once you turn onto Kai Ala Drive, follow the road to the ocean, where you see a big public parking lot. You will meet your instructor at the scuba truck. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Beginner Scuba Diving in Kaanapali offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Beginner Scuba Diving in Kaanapali?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Beginner Scuba Diving in Kaanapali wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Beginner Scuba Diving in Kaanapali if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Beginner Scuba Diving in Kaanapali?
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Across 232 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
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