Plongée à Maui — United States

Maui's Molokini Crater — a partially submerged volcanic caldera — is a natural fish bowl with outstanding visibility. Turtle Town delivers near-guaranteed Hawaiian green sea turtle encounters, and humpback whales fill the channels between December and April. The combination of topside beauty and underwater diversity makes it Hawaii's most popular dive island.

Score
62.4
Visibilité
12–30m
Température
23–27°C
Meilleurs mois
April, May, June
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Intermediate
Maui
United StatesPacific
62.4

SCORE

20.7984°N

-156.3319°E

Maui's Molokini Crater — a partially submerged volcanic caldera — is a natural fish bowl with outstanding visibility. Turtle Town delivers near-guaranteed Hawaiian green sea turtle encounters, and humpback whales fill the channels between December and April. The combination of topside beauty and underwater diversity makes it Hawaii's most popular dive island.

Hawaii's Turtle & Whale Island

Visibility12–30 m
Temperature23–27°C
Max Depth40 m
Currentmoderate
2-Tank Dive$110
Best MonthsApril, May, June, July
CertificationOpen WaterIntermediate

Score Breakdown

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ML60.0CH72.0VIS76.0SV31.0TMP68.0DA62.0OP73.0TS64.0GT68.0VAL52.0CRD57.0SP57.0

Marine Life

60.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
96
Megafauna Encounters
28
Reef Fish Abundance
98
Macro Life
0
Endemic Species
50
Marine Life Diversity
60.0
Coral & Reef Health
72.0
Visibility & Conditions
76.0
Dive Site Variety
31.0
Water Temperature
68.0
Depth & Access
62.0
Operator Quality
73.0
Topside Experience
64.0
Getting There
68.0
Value & Cost
52.0
Crowding
57.0
Social Proof
57.0

Traveling with Non-Divers?

Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.

Activities for Non-Divers

Haleakala sunriseRoad to Hana drivewhale watching (Dec-Apr)snorkeling Molokini Cratersurfing at Ho'okipaluau dining

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Lahaina Historic District
  • Haleakala National Park
  • Iao Valley State Monument

Non-Diver Score

10/10

Excellent for non-divers — they'll love it here.

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifevibrant

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber5 km — Maui Memorial Medical Center Hyperbaric Unit
Nearest Hospital5 km

Full medical facilities on Maui; chamber available; air ambulance to Honolulu if needed

Skill LevelIntermediate
Current Strengthmoderate

Top Operators

Mike Severns Diving

PADI

4.9
320 reviewsNITROX

Banyan Tree Divers

PADI

4.8
280 reviewsNITROX