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When is The Best Time of Day to Scuba Dive or Snorkel in Maui?

Scuba diving and snorkeling in Maui or anywhere around the world is typically the best between 10 am in the morning and 2 pm in the afternoon. This is due to the sun being higher in the sky. The sun angle being more above the surface of the earth allows more light to penetrate the water. Thus, allowing you to see more of the colorful reefs and fish that lie below the surface of the water.

Time of day to Scuba dive in Lahaina, Kaanapali or the west side of Maui is definitely important. Here’s why. On the west side, or on the south side of the island, we have clouds that have formed at the mountains peaks. The earlier it is in the day, the more the sun is behind them. That being said, there is the mountains that caused the clouds to form so densely. They cast a shadow over the west facing shores. This of course results in a darker dive or snorkeling experience.

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When are the best scuba dive conditions on Maui?

The best time for scuba diving conditions on Maui is all year round.

Dive conditions on Maui can be affected by the surf, temperature, extensive rain downpours. The rainy season is February through March. But does not typically affect the ocean conditions unless it rains heavy for a full day straight or so.

Certain dive locations get a direct impact while others are unaffected. The water will turn brown from the soil runoff from the mountains.

As the current changes it can bring the dirty water along the shore. But this is usually short lived and then cleans up very fast.

The best time of year for dive conditions on Maui’s south side Kihei, Wailea & Makena

Dive conditions can be compromised due to the surf more often in the summer. This is due to the surf coming in from the southern hemisphere.

From May through September the southern hemisphere is having its winter, therefore the storms cause surf to come up north to the Hawaiian Islands.

The Best Time for Dive Conditions on Maui
Beginners Scuba Diving Course – In2ScubaDivingMaui

The best time for diving on Maui’s West Side Lahaina and Kaanapali

Scuba diving conditions in Lahaina Maui are much more stable. We do get the surf coming in from the north during the winter from storms in the northern hemisphere.

But most of the time surf is blocked by the island of Molokai. If surf is high north of Kaanapali, we can also go diving south of Black Rock point. The surf gets blocked south of their many of the times.

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Maui Resort Scuba Diving Classes

What is the Resort Scuba Class in Maui?

This is the PADI Discover Scuba Diving Class. Also known as the Intro Dive Course here in Maui. The class is perfect for tose that wants to try scuba diving under the supervision of a PADI scuba Instructor. You can do a single dive, or use this towards your scuba certification.

If you want to pursue the sport further during your stay or at a later date. Just ask your instructor for more information. If you do not want to get certified and just dive multiple times during your stay in Maui.

Then you can just continue diving with your instructor. Since you have already done all your safety orientation and safety skills, you will just go out and dive and get better on your air and dive time dive after dive.

Maui Resort Scuba Dive Course Divers

The Resort Scuba Class, Intro Dive Class in Lahaina is offered on a daily basis.

The dive group is always small, so that each participant gets a safe and fun scuba experience.

We do the lesson at the beach and not from a boat. This makes for a much better, less intimidating experience, as you can ease yourself into the shallow water.

The maximum depth we can take Intro Divers to is 40 feet. This does not mean we will take you straight down to 40 feet. If you want to start shallow that’s what we do. I

f you are looking comfortable underwater, your instructor will ask if you want to go deeper. Only after we are satisfied that you would be safe going deeper is when we go there.

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Patient Scuba Diving Instruction in Maui

 

If you are in need of patient scuba diving instruction in Maui, and an instructor that will understand your needs. Look no further. Ty and Deborah are your choice of all Maui scuba instructors. We pride ourselves in taking time working with new and beginner divers. Everyone learns at their own pace and we understand that, and want EVERYONE to succeed!

Thousands of First time scuba divers and certified divers have been out with us and never has their been one person that is given up on. “This a class, not the graduation” is Ty’s motto. If someone has certain needs, we will take it at that persons pace. You the student will never feel that you are being rushed. So just feel at ease with us. So If you really feel you would prefer your scuba instruction to be one on one, that can be arranged too. You’ll be offered a time when there isn’t others in the scuba class. Or, we can set you up on a private class.

Because we pride ourselves in offering the most patient scuba instruction in Maui. We have achieved the best rankings on all the review sites.

Get more information about our Beginner Scuba Class in Maui for first time scuba divers.

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When is the best time of year to scuba dive in Maui?

 

We get asked a lot “When is the best time of year to scuba dive in Maui”? Well. it is subjective. During summer, water temperature is 81 degrees increasing the seaweed growth; the Sea Turtles favorite time to feed. Turtles are more actively feeding during this time. So Turtle encounters are VERY FREQUENT.

Best Time of Year to Scuba Maui

Between November and May the Humpback Whales visit Maui by the hundreds. We hear them continuously singing during our dives. Sighting them from shore is very common. But getting that rare sighting during your dive is very rare. We have seen them mind you. 

So, when is the best time of year to scuba dive in Maui?It may just be YOUR choice.

In my opinion. “The best time to dive Maui is all year round”.

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Scuba Dive Lahaina Maui

Since 2002 Ty has been training beginner scuba divers in Lahaina all the way through Dive masters around the entire island of Maui. Lahaina hosts plenty of locations to scuba dive along the west coast of Lahaina and Kaanapali. The diving is some of the best in the States and world wide. The dive sites are no more than 5 to 15 minutes from the hotels in Kaanapali. Small dive are groups guaranteed if you dive with In2Scuba Diving Maui Dive Co.

The Best Scuba Company in Lahaina Maui Comes From Experience Experience Experience!

You will not find a more experienced instructor on Maui. With over 15,000 dives and experience diving on all islands in the county of Maui. The bulk of these dives being done in Lahaina and from the farthest north dive sites to the farthest south Maui dives sites. As an instructor most of the dives Ty has accumulated are training Beginner Introductory Scuba Divers doing their first scuba dive in Lahaina.

We Don’t Blow Smoke… We Blow Bubbles

TripAdvisor reviews say it all. Take a look at all of Ty’s happy customers reviews on TripAdvisor. Having the Best Rated Scuba Company on Maui is not an easy achievement. Ty works very hard to make sure every diver has the best experience imaginably possible. At the time of writing this article there are over 500 Ratings and with a 5 star rating you cannot go wrong either.

SAFEST Scuba Diving in Lahaina

With over 15,000 Dives under Ty’s belt and those being accumulated training first time divers in groups of 4. If you do the math, that is one heck of a LOT of divers. BTW Never has one of them had an injury.

 

Scuba Diving in Lahaina with Ty from In2Scuba Diving Maui Dive Co. You will always have a safe and great time above and below the water.

 

Aloha and Mahalo for reading

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6 Things to Know about Getting Your Scuba Diving Certification

Exploring underwater isn’t for everyone. But if you like the idea diving into the water and exploring the depths or shallows of the sea, then getting your scuba certification is ideal. Here are a few things you’ll want to know before you start working on getting certified:

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Certified Scuba Diving Instructor at In2scuba Diving Maui Diving CO

It’s Exciting

Strapping on scuba tanks and diving into the deep is pretty exciting. Conde Nast Traveler says “it’s the closest you can come to knowing how an astronaut feels in outer space and that’s an apt description”.

The vast ocean, the sight of underwater animals and that feeling of weightlessness when you’re underwater all make the experience magical and out of this world.

There are Many Different Certification Levels

Not all scuba certification programs are the same. Some might only last for a few days while others might require months of your time and effort. Depending on the level of training you want to acquire, you’ll need to carefully choose the kind of class you go for.

Invest in Your Gear

If you’re serious about your scuba diving certification, then you’ll want to make sure you invest in your gear. Don’t keep renting a mask. Get your own mask as well as fins and snorkel. As for the rest of the gear, though, you can usually count on the certification program to provide the rest.

Be Ready

One of the best things about scuba diving classes is that you learn how to react in any given situation. The classes also drive home the point of how essential it is to be aware of your body and equipment, to mind your surroundings because a moment’s inattention could lead to an accident or injury.

Know How to Handle Risks

When you get to these classes, you won’t just know what some of the common safety risks are. You’ll also know how to mitigate them or deal with them in a way that’s safe and effective. With proper training from experienced and qualified professionals in the field, you can look forward to more dives without any worries.

Why It’s Worth It

If you’ve ever wondered about what’s down there—if you’ve heard about Cenotes in Mexico or underground caves—and you want to take a look, if you’re curious about what those worlds hold, then start scouting around for certification classes. With great instructors, you’ll be diving in no time.

For information on classes, don’t forget to visit In 2 Scuba Diving Maui Dive Co.

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Scuba Gear: What do You Need?

If you are planning on going scuba diving, you may wonder what type of equipment you need to buy. Keep in mind, if you are new to the activity, it may be a good idea to rent items before making a purchase. That way you can see what you like and what works for you. However, when you get ready to buy, some essential pieces of equipment you need to purchase can be found here.

A Mask

If you are only able to purchase one piece of diving gear, then you should buy a mask. Make sure to choose a comfortable, high quality mask that fits your face well. This can make all the difference in having a great experience underwater and being miserable the entire time. Make sure to take your time when choosing one, and try out several to get the one that best suits your needs.

Fins

The majority of divers have also found that owning their own fits (or dive booties) will make them feel more confident while underwater. You can purchase these fins in a number of styles, stiffness and lengths, which is why this is something you should rent and try out first. You don’t know what is going to feel right for you until you try. Once you find the right pair, they can enhance your scuba diving experience significantly.

Having the right gear is going to significantly improve your experience and help you enjoy scuba diving even more. If you have questions, then you should work with a professional instructor, or someone who has been scuba diving in the past. This will ensure you are fully prepared for the experience.

You can also visit the In 2 Scuba Diving Maui Dive Co. website for more information.

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Scuba Diving Maui with lots of Turtles in Lahaina

Mala Wharf Maui Lahaina Maui December 20, 2015 Video

Maui Scuba Diving & with the Turtles video just takes it over the top. Maui has some fantastic shore dives. This dive was one of our better days at Mala Wharf / Mala Ramp. I started with the typical dive briefing, letting my diver know about all the cool things we may see at Mala Wharf. Typically we get Turtles, White tip Reef sharks, lots of fish, the occasional Frog Fish and much more. We set off on our dive and started seeing more than the usual amount of Turtles scattered around the wreck. As we proceeded further towards the Turtle cleaning station near the end of Mala. We saw 8 Turtles all in one area all swimming and gliding in about 20 feet of water. In this area it is common to see 1-3 Turtles but 8 was amazing. I was trying to get my diver in the video with the Turtles but she did not understand I wanted her closer so please excuse the footage. Scuba Diving in Maui always has some special surprises. LOL

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Kaanapali scuba and Kaanapali Beach Maui Information

Aloha from In2Scuba Diving Maui Dive Co.

If you are just starting to plan your trip to Maui, and will be staying in Ka’anapali here is a little information about the area. Kaanapali is the main “Hotel Row” on Maui and a golf course. It has several great locations to Scuba Dive Not as busy, or crowded as Waikiki. Kaanapali is approximately a 3 mile stretch of beach located north of the famous former whaling town of Lahaina.

On the main stretch of the hotels you will find a nice beach walk that you can walk the entire stretch of the hotels on this row that is about one mile long.

Starting from the south at the Hyatt Regency Maui to the Sheraton Maui on the north. Located on and at the base of Black Rock Maui.
Along this portion of the beach walk you will be able to see the islands of Lanai and Molokai. In the middle of the hotels is a shopping mall called Whalers Village.

Here you will find lots of touristy shops for souvenirs and fancy shops for gifts. There are numerous restaurants and bars that you can sit and look out at the Pacific from.

In the middle of the mall there is a small food court to grab a quicker bite to eat. You will find a small Whaling museum that is free of charge; at least it was free at the time I wrote this. Very interesting and for free on Maui? Can’t beat that.

As you continue up the path towards the Sheraton you will be able to see Black Rock. The path will end as you reach the Sheraton but if you just dip down onto the beach or walk along the Sheraton’s grounds you will be at Black Rock.

Black Rock is one of the most popular SCUBA and snorkeling spots on Maui. It gets very crowded here with Cabanas and people on the beach and in the water. Bring your own or rent your snorkel gear BEFORE you get here.

The company that rents snorkel gear at Black Rock is the MOST EXPENSIVE you will find on Maui. They know they have the spot cornered. Here at Black Rock you will find an abundance of sea life. Lots of different types of fish, Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles, Spotted Eagle Rays and occasionally the endangered Monk Seal.

The Turtles are so used to people here that they will swim right next to you as if you were not even there. Now, with this being said. People that are not aware will grab them and touch them. This is ILLEGAL. Please don’t be tempted, and let them do their thing. In the summer months, they will come in very close to the shore to feed on the Sea Lettuce that grows in the summer.

The water is not very deep along the south face of Black Rock. At the point it is around 20 ft. If you would like to jump off the rock (15 ft. high), there is a spot where hundreds of people a day are doing that. Don’t worry about hitting any obstacles under the water. It is a sandy bottom that is 12-15 ft. deep.

If Black rock is your destination have fun!!!! If you would like to go for a lot longer walk up north Ka’anapali. Continue through the Sheraton property and head out towards the the back of it through he breezeway leading to the tennis courts. go past the courts and cross the road where you see the golf course.

Continue to the left and there’s an asphalt path along a water drainage. Follow the path all the way to the Royal Lahaina resort where there is a beach side bar and restaurant and a few shops. Or, drop down on to the beach and continue on along the quiet side of Kaanapali beach.

This part of the beach is much slower paced. Here you can walk up on to another beach path that starts just after the Royal Lahaina. Or, just walk the beach. This is where Old Airport Beach Park is located. Old Airport Beach Park is another great place to SCUBA DIVE and snorkel on Maui.

It has a VERY shallow reef that starts just yards off the sandy shore. Old Airport Beach Park / Kahekili beach park is also a great place to have a BBQ, with its BBQ’s and pick nick tables located on the grassy area and under the shaded area. There is a shower and restrooms here as well. The Honua Kai resort (the newest on Maui) is at the end of this portion of north Ka’anapali beach park. If you have heard of Dukes Beach House Restaurant… It is located at the Honua Kai.

Kaanapali beach offers beautiful sunsets year round.

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