Beginner Scuba Dive in Kaanapali

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Maui, USA

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Overview

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

  • Snacks Fig bars are available for a little sugar boost post dive.
  • Use of SCUBA equipment
  • Professional Guide
  • Bottled water We encourage our guests to bring their own reusable water bottles so that we can reduce our plastic waste.
  • Private transportation
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

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Kahekili Beach Park
65 Kai Ala Drive, Lahaina, HI 96761, USA

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What To Expect

This scuba diving tour requires you to swim without assistance in the deep ocean. If you are not comfortable swimming then please call us to book a private experience.

Shore diving at Kahekili Beach in Kaanapali, Maui provides year-round perfect ocean conditions for scuba diving. Your expert dive instructor will help you learn the basics by practicing a few skills in shallow water. From there you hover off the sand to experience an exhilarating scuba dive!

Guests often see colorful corals, Hawaiian turtles, moray eels, and tropical fish!

The duration of this Beginner Scuba Dive is about 2 hours.

PLEASE READ TO AVOID EXPULSION FROM THE ACTIVITY:

Swimming in the deep ocean is REQUIRED. You will not be refunded if you misrepresent your swimming abilities.

You must wait at sea level for 18 hours to fly, zipline, or ascend Haleakala AFTER your dive(s).

Before scuba diving, you fill out a medical statement. You must be able to answer "NO" to each question. Any "YES” ANSWER REQUIRES A CLEARANCE FROM YOUR DOCTOR.

Google "PADI Medical Form" to review this statement.

FAILURE TO ADHERE TO EACH OF THE ABOVE 3 STATEMENTS WILL LEAD TO REMOVAL FROM THE EXPERIENCE WITHOUT A REFUND.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: Do you take pregnant customers snorkeling?

A: Yes, we allow pregnant women to go on snorkeling. However, it’s crucial to consult with your healthcare provider before doing so to assess your individual health and pregnancy stage. Read more Jan 2022

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-161826P1

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What's Included

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  • SnacksFig bars are available for a little sugar boost post dive.
  • Use of SCUBA equipment
  • Professional Guide
  • Bottled waterWe encourage our guests to bring their own reusable water bottles so that we can reduce our plastic waste.
  • Private transportation
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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
  • Requires you to swim independently in the deep ocean
  • Not recommended for guests with asthma or sinus conditions
  • 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.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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