WAILEA-MAKENA GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Shore Dive at Wailea Point: An Introductory Descent into Maui’s Reef Garden
A 2.5-hour, instructor-led shore dive at Wailea Point reef for ages 12 and up—this guide distills what to expect, who it suits, and the practical details.
Shore Dive at Wailea Point: An Introductory Descent into Maui’s Reef Garden.
On Maui’s southern shoreline, the Discovery Introductory Dive with Wailea Scuba, Surf & Paddle pairs a focused skills briefing with a guided shore dive at Wailea Point reef. An expert scuba instructor teaches the essentials and leads participants through a safe, shallow exploration of the reef—an accessible introduction to the island’s underwater world.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Guided, beginner-focused instruction
An expert scuba instructor teaches the basics of scuba diving and directly guides participants through the introductory skills and the shore dive.
Shore dive at Wailea Point reef
The experience is a shore-based dive to explore the natural beauty of Wailea Point reef—an accessible way to see marine life without a boat transfer.
Ages 12 and up — no prior experience required
Designed as an introductory scuba experience, this shore dive accommodates participants from age 12 upward and requires no previous diving experience.
What the day feels like
What the Intro Dive Feels Like
The outing unfolds as a concise, instructor-led session: a focused briefing and skill orientation followed by a guided shore entry and a measured exploration of Wailea Point reef. Expect an emphasis on safety and hands-on teaching as you move from surface skills to a supervised descent and close-quarters observation of the reef.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip is built for and where it may not fit.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The activity begins at 9:30 AM and runs approximately 2.5 hours.
Operated by Wailea Scuba, Surf & Paddle as a shore dive at Wailea Point reef in Wailea‑Makena, Hawaii.
Minimum age to participate is 12 years old; no previous scuba experience is required.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Do I need prior scuba experience?
No experience is necessary; the instructor teaches the basics before the shore dive.
What is the minimum age to participate?
Participants must be at least 12 years old.
How long does the activity take?
The Discovery Introductory Dive lasts approximately 2.5 hours.
When does the activity begin?
The activity begins at 9:30 AM.
Where will we dive?
This is a shore dive at Wailea Point reef in the Wailea‑Makena area.
Who runs the introductory dive?
The dive is operated by Wailea Scuba, Surf & Paddle.