Shark Dive Maui® is a one-of-a-kind, cage-free scuba experience in our Open Ocean Exhibit. You’ll dive with more than 20 Hawaiian sharks in a safe, controlled environment designed to educate, inspire and protect.
This experience is for certified divers who want more than just another dive—it’s an up-close encounter you’ll never forget.
Environment designed for diver safety.
Learn about sharks and ocean conservation.
Supports culture and conservation.
You’ll enter our Open Ocean Exhibit and descend into a vibrant underwater world. As you explore, sharks glide effortlessly around you—curious, powerful and absolutely breathtaking.
“It’s one thing to see amazing sea life in an aquarium – it’s a whole other level when you can join them.”
“I love it, it never gets old.”
“I’ve spent over 30 hours in this tank leading VIP guests with my camera… Everybody says it was their favorite dive!”
Spots are limited to 4 divers per dive.
Book early to secure your experience.
All participants must complete and sign a liability waiver before participating.
Upgrade your Shark Dive Maui® adventure with one of our VIP experiences. Contact us to learn about our special offerings and customize your visit.
klewis@mauioceancenter.com
Shark Dive Maui® operates Monday, Wednesday and Friday throughout the year, except major holidays. Check-in is required at 2:00pm. Late arrivals cannot be accommodated and concludes at approximately 5-5:15pm. This schedule includes Shark Dive Maui® briefing, host Hawaiian culture and connection presentation, shark identification, safety tips, shower time, and debriefing.
Dives are not available on the following major holidays should they fall on a Monday, Wednesday, or Friday: New Year’s Day, President’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Kamehameha Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
If you don’t have your card with you, you are welcome to call whoever you received your certification through (i.e., PADI or NAUI) and have them email proof of certification to aloha@mauioceancenter.com. You can also visit a dive shop before your reservation and ask them to look it up. In addition to your proof of certification, you will also need to provide a valid state or government-issued ID.
You sure can! You are welcome to bring one guest (12 years and older) to view your experience, complimentary.
Absolutely! You and your guests are more than welcome to bring an underwater camera along to document your experience. Photos must be for personal use only.
You will be diving into our largest exhibit — Open Ocean. The exhibit is 21 feet at its deepest point and contains 750,000 gallons of seawater.
You will descend into our largest exhibit and swim alongside approximately 20 sharks commonly found in Hawai`I’s waters, along with rays and hundreds of fish.
The dive is approximately 30 minutes long — not including the briefing before and after.
Yes, we have showers for you to rinse off afterward. Remember to bring your own towel and toiletries!
You are welcome to store your belongings at the Administration Office once you are checked in.
No, you cannot fly or travel to the top of Haleakala due to its high elevation. Please wait a minimum of 24 hours before heading to high altitudes.
We take a maximum of four divers into the Open Ocean exhibit, making this an intimate introduction to the sharks of Hawaiʻi.
Active Nā Hoa Kai annual members receive 15% off their purchase (not combinable with any other offers). Click here to become a member to take advantage of this discount and other member benefits: Membership.
We also offer a discounted rate above for our Kamaʻāina & Active Military.
Shark Dive Maui® experiences are subject to operational requirements and unforeseen circumstances. If we are unable to conduct your dive as scheduled, we will reschedule your experience for the next available date or issue a full refund.
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