What You Should Know

When you meet your guides, they will go over all necessary safety measures and ensure all guests are meeting the minimum requirements for a safe endeavor.

Some key things to know beforehand that would enhance your experience while in the water would be knowing the species of marine life that are protected and non-protected.

YOUR GUIDES WILL NOT TOLERATE KILLING OF ANY PROTECTED WILDLIFE

Protected Species Include (but are not limited to) :

Sharks, Rays, Turtles, Dolphins, and Seals

Seasonal Fish (A complete list with images can be found below) https://dlnr.hawaii.gov/dar/fishing/fishing-regulations/marine-fishes-and-vertebrates/

Baby Octopus ( Any octopus under 1 pound ) Your guide will help you distinguish the difference in the water if necessary

Undersize AND Female Lobster ( Your guide will advise you on how to tell the difference in sexes and a trick for measuring appropriate size )

Protected Areas Along Maui’s Coasts

https://dlnr.hawaii.gov/dar/fishing/fishing-regulations/regulated-areas/regulated-fishing-areas-in-maui-county/

*The killing of any of the aforementioned species will result in immediate cancellation of tour, with zero refund, and potentially being personally reported by guides*

Here are the species of fish we target usually. The exception would be if we went to a far side of the island (Hana, Ke’anae, and deep West side), where there’s more pelagic species.

Note: If you request we go to one of these spots, it’ll be considered an All-Day Dive, regardless of experience levels and what gear we bring. These spots are somewhat tricky to get to, and clear on the opposite side of the island that we are.

Moano Kea - Minimum Size 12” They hunt octopus, so watch them if you see them. They may lead you right to a Tako hole.

Kala - Minimum Size 14”

‘Opelu kala - Minimum Size 16”

Uku - Minimum Size 1lb. Found at deeper depths (40-60ft.)

Kole - Minimum Size 5”

Mu (Bigeye Emperor) - No minimum Size

Papio, Omilu, and Ulua - Minimum Size 10”

Blue Uhu (Parrotfish) - ILLEGAL TO TAKE

Green Uhu (Parrotfish) - ILLEGAL TO TAKE

Palani (Eye-Stripe Surgeonfish) - No Minimum Size

FAQs

  • There are several sub-species of Uhu that are not protected, though we as a company will not encourage the taking of any from the reefs as their benefit to our reefs far outweigh their delicious taste.

  • Depending on how much rain and for how long it’s been raining in that particular area would be the determining factor, but if you’re out already and it starts to rain, it may actually clear up visibility and improve the quality of your dive.

  • Not only are we the most affordable option on island, but our guides go out spearfishing on almost a daily basis, so we’re always available to take people out on tours. Also, since we don’t do classroom time to prepare with a lecture or anything before our dives, we very thoroughly go over safety procedures and target species prior to getting in the water to ensure the maximum amount of time is spent with guests enjoying themselves doing what they signed up for, as opposed to reading about it.

  • Wetsuits are provided for the All-Day Adventure and Lobster Dive options