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Try scuba with a beginner-focused lesson and a guided coral reef shore dive
2 hrs
Equipment, Lecture, Reef dive
Learn the basics of scuba diving with an instructor and head into the ocean for a guided shore dive on a coral reef in Kaanapali. This experience is designed for first-time divers and includes the gear and training you need to get in the water.
Minimum age is 12. You must be able to swim and be comfortable in the ocean, and you must be able to carry 20–75 lbs of equipment about 150+ yards. You must answer "NO" to all medical questionnaire items or provide a doctor’s release, and you must not be pregnant.
5-day cancellation policy: if you cancel within 5 days of your scheduled time or don’t show, charges still apply and no refund is offered. Late arrivals are treated as no-shows. If the operator cancels due to weather and can’t reschedule, you will be refunded.
Yes. Everyone’s waivers must be filled out in advance or you cannot be taken. If you have any “YES” answers on the medical questionnaire, you cannot dive without a doctor’s release (no exceptions).
Yes. There is a 6-hour grace period from the time of booking that applies only to the medical questionnaire. If you have a “YES” answer and can’t get a doctor’s release within that grace period, you must notify the operator immediately; otherwise standard cancellation fees may apply.
Arrive ready to go in the water (swimsuit and sunscreen already on). Late arrivals are treated as a no-show; you may lose the class/dive and it cannot be rescheduled or refunded.
65 Kai Ala Drive. Old Airport Beach. Kaanapali, Lahaina 20°56'11.7"N 156°41'31.2"W
Ty stands out as an exceptional instructor who clearly knows how to make divers feel safe and comfortable, whether it's someone's very first time or they're shaking off 25 years of rust. Multiple reviewers mention feeling nervous initially, then completely at ease once Ty's thorough land-based instruction and patient approach kicked in. He takes time with the basics in shallow water before progressing, constantly checking in underwater to ensure everyone's doing okay. Jamie also gets strong praise for being informative and prioritizing safety while keeping things fun. The marine life encounters are consistently spectacular. The Shark and Turtle Reef dive at Mala Wharf gets particularly enthusiastic reviews, with divers spotting countless turtles, white-tip reef sharks (including babies), moray eels, and colorful fish tucked into caves and crevices. What really elevates the experience is Ty's knowledge of where to look—he points out creatures that guests would definitely miss on their own. The intro and refresher courses seem perfectly designed too, giving people confidence before committing to full certification. Several reviewers came back for multiple dives, which speaks volumes about the quality of the experience.
I had a great first scuba diving experience with Sean as my instructor. I was a little nervous at first, but he explained everything clearly and helped me feel calm and confident before getting in the water. Once we were in the ocean, he took the time to make sure I felt comfortable and let me practice the skills until I felt ready. We only descended once I was relaxed, which I really appreciated. Throughout the dive he stayed close, always checking that we were doing well and feeling okay. Overall it was a really positive experience, and I’m very glad he was my instructor for my first dive. I would definitely recommend him to anyone trying scuba diving for the first time.
Claudia Saavedra
March 10, 2026
I had a great first scuba diving experience with Sean as my instructor. I was a little nervous at first, but he explained everything clearly and helped me feel calm and confident before getting in the water. Once we were in the ocean, he took the time to make sure I felt comfortable and let me practice the skills until I felt ready. We only descended once I was relaxed, which I really appreciated. Throughout the dive he stayed close, always checking that we were doing well and feeling okay. Overall it was a really positive experience, and I’m very glad he was my instructor for my first dive. I would definitely recommend him to anyone trying scuba diving for the first time.
Claudia Saavedra
March 10, 2026