How to Spot Sea Life Scuba Diving in Maui
Sometimes the fish look at you too, Lahaina, Maui The Art of Spotting the Good Stuff When I go scuba diving in Lahaina, I often get asked, “How did you see that?” And it got me thinking, how DO I spot the tiny creatures that no one else finds? Or a camouflaged fish hiding in…
Maui Scuba Diving Fish Guide
Tropical Fish in Maui Scuba diving in Maui with beautiful tropical fish, Hawaiian Green Turtles, and sharks should make the bucket list for your vacation to Lahaina. You can maximize your dive or snorkel tour by learning about the fish and creatures you may see, that’s why Banyan Tree Divers Maui assembled this practical Maui…
5 Scuba Diving Tips to Conserve Air
Beginner scuba divers often ask their instructor how much air they should have left after diving. Since most Maui scuba dives from the shore are shallow (maximum depth 40 feet), I tend to finish my dives with about 1,300 psi, which is almost half of a tank. Whenever I share this information with new divers…
Scuba Tips to Plan Your Maui Vacation
Maui Scuba Diving Checklist The flight and hotel are all set, and it is time to plan your Maui scuba diving adventure. Are there specific dive sites you would like to visit? Which dive company will you choose? What should you pack for scuba diving during your trip? Are you new to diving and looking…
Is Maui Good for Scuba Diving?
You are researching outdoor activities for your next vacation, and your family wants to go to the Hawaiian island of Maui. You have decided to plan a day of scuba diving, but is Maui good for scuba diving? You are currently reading a blog on a Maui dive company website, which means this answer might…
Hawaiian-Owned Maui Businesses
2020 has been a year of uncertainty, as the COVID-19 pandemic affects everyone differently. Thus far, Maui residents have experienced strict island quarantine measures, which stopped the virus’s spread but created financial ruin for many Maui businesses. It’s been a bittersweet dichotomy between protecting our most vulnerable population and still engaging Maui’s tourism-based economy. Maui…
COVID Message from Maui
This unprecedented pandemic has touched all of our lives to varying degrees. In 2020, many visitors got forced to cancel their long-awaited trips to Maui, while uncertainty remains as to when the doors will be open again. Maui has a tight-knit small business community, and we decided to get together to let you know just…
Maui Scuba Diving Certification: How to Prepare
You want to get your scuba diving certification in Maui, but how do you prepare? Maui features two styles of diving: shore and boat dives. You might find shore diving most suitable for getting a scuba certification. Shore diving in Lahaina you can see Hawaiian Green Turtles, White Tip Reef Sharks, and corals in the…
Top 6 Maui Snorkeling Spots
Maui features the most vibrant and accessible coastlines in the Hawaiian Islands. You can visit almost any Maui beach to snorkel with Hawaiian Green Turtles. So we picked our top 6 Maui snorkeling spots to share with you, but only around Lahaina. Why only West Maui? While there are several beautiful South Maui sites, like…
How to Fit Your Scuba Mask
How your scuba mask fits can make or break a dive! Have you ever had one of those fantastic dives where your rental equipment was great, the abundance of sea life blew you away, BUT, your scuba diving mask gave you issues? We help our Maui scuba diving guests find a suitable dive mask and…
Maui Scuba Diving Lessons: What to Expect
Maui scuba diving lessons are at the top of many bucket lists. Indeed, scuba diving for beginners is a popular Maui activity because the island features excellent dive conditions. Shore diving in Lahaina you can find shallow dive sites with colorful coral reefs, tropical fish, and giant turtles! Hawaii is perfect for scuba diving lessons….
How Long Do Scuba Certifications Last?
Your PADI Card Never Expires! PADI scuba diver flying through the ocean in Lahaina, Maui. Scuba diving in Maui has sunny weather and excellent ocean conditions so many novice divers get a PADI certification card in Hawaii. But, how long do scuba certifications last? The short answer is forever! Once your instructor submits the certification…