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Honokeana Bay

3.9 (18 reviews)

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Chris J.

Want to see wind surfing, turtles, and soak up the sun? Then this is the place. .State law doesn't allow you to get near them and "harass" while on land or water. But you can actually swim with them and if they want to come to you they will. But......DO NOT APPROACH. Up to a $25k fine. Not worth it.

Gary R.

"Hono" Bay is an excellent spot for snorkeling. Access an issue, as you must park at the Napili Point Resort and walk down to the cove. Overall it has great views and tons of turtles, but access gets this a low rating when compared to similar experiences at Black Rock in Ka'annapali Beach or other nearby beaches. The coast is all rocky and no sand.

Do NOT walk across flat rocks to enter/exit the water!

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All About Fish

All About Fish

4.6(78 reviews)
2.9 mi
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Spontaneity couldn't have worked out better. We arrived yesterday without any plans for the week,…read morecalled the shop because we were really wanting an exciting and novel experience, and luckily got Joey as a guide to take us out to spearfish. It was a 101 course as it was our first time and I'm not that comfortable out in the water. Our day started at 7am at the shop, where Joey walked us through the agenda for the day, showed us how to ID the fish we were going for, fitted us for the equipment, and talked through gun handling and safety. We headed out to the beach and learned a few tips on breath work, practiced it together as a group, and off we went! As someone not super comfortable with water (I can swim, have learned surfing and SUP) this was a challenge for me to stay calm and remember the basics when we learned to dive under water while holding the speargun. But there were moments where I felt total serenity observing schools of fish passing us by underwater. I'm glad we did this because it opened us a whole new world to us terrestrial animals.

This place could not be anymore unwelcoming. I came in for flash bombs because it's the first place…read moreon west Maui I have found them. Guess what! I get the Haole price. $25 each. Total rip off. Guy was so standoffish. I said, "how's the fishing on these rainy days". His reply "I couldn't tell you, you have to go find out yourself" Then not a single word. Guys hates his job and the tourist customers bringing him money. AVOID AT ALL COSTS. The guys in Wailuku will hook you up and be nice about it too

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Dive Maui - On the way to the boat

Dive Maui

4.8(291 reviews)
7.5 mi

Amazing Shore Dive Experience -- Ask for Joey!…read more We had an amazing shore dive with Joey at Dive Maui! We originally booked the Shark and Turtle Dive, but unfortunately, recent rain had washed out the visibility, so we had to change plans and head to Airport Beach instead. While we were initially disappointed, it turned out to be a fantastic alternative! We still got to see tons of beautiful tropical fish, eels, starfish, and other marine life. What really made the experience exceptional was Joey! He was incredibly knowledgeable, professional, patient, and genuinely passionate about what he does. Safety was clearly his top priority, and he took the time to thoroughly explain everything before getting in the water. Throughout the dive, he was attentive and reassuring, especially when we experienced some challenges with our masks and ear pressure. He never made us feel rushed or uncomfortable and made sure we felt safe and confident the entire time. Even though the original dive didn't work out as planned, Joey went above and beyond to make sure we had a memorable experience. It's guides like him who truly make the difference! We highly recommend Dive Maui, and if you're booking a dive, do yourself a favor and ask for Joey! You won't be disappointed. Mahalo, Joey, for helping make our Maui honeymoon that much more special!

On a very last minute trip, Dive Maui got us in for several shore dives which turned out to be the…read morebest we've done on Maui. Brian is the guide to guide to go with - he's fast, efficient and no fluff. This week we saw lots of sharks, eagle rays, puffer fish, octopus and of course turtles turtles turtles! The wharf dive site is just like an under water aquarium. Phenomenal, especially on a good vis day with lots of sun. Stunning. The dives shop leaves something to be desired. Pretty gnarly conditions.

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Dive Maui - Fun times with Brooke!

Fun times with Brooke!

Dive Maui - Malo wharf night diving and great shore turtle and shark dive!

Malo wharf night diving and great shore turtle and shark dive!

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Chris and Joe chillin

Sea Maui - Memorable sunsets

Sea Maui

4.9(1.2k reviews)
5.2 mi

This is great! Maui has been a difficult city to find authentic fun that isnt too much tourism…read moreand super expensive. This met exactly what we wanted. Earlier in the day we were canceled due to weather for a snorkeling cruise, but the weather cleared so we could jump on a sunset cruise (at the last minute). It was great! We the crew was great. They served the drinks which was super nice! They also played along with the birthday party who all had wigs on!. Drinks were great! We also had some apps that were also very tasty! Not that they could control, but we also got a spectacular dolphin show! It is a small business who is still making it work in Laheina!

I'd add that right into the social part--it makes it clear the crowd was fun without making it…read moresound like a booze-cruise-only vibe. We had the BEST time on the Sea Maui Sunset Cocktail Cruise! From the very beginning, the experience was wonderful. We called to book and spoke with Sunshine, who was exactly that -- an absolute ray of sunshine! She was so sweet, incredibly helpful, communicated everything clearly, and genuinely made us even more excited for the experience. When it was time to board, it was immediately clear that the crew knew exactly what they were doing. We visited during "hurricane" season, so the swells were definitely LARGE -- but that didn't stop us from having the time of our lives! Great music, amazing staff, fun fellow cruisers, drinks flowing, delicious food, and the most incredible Maui sunset. The vibes were absolutely immaculate from start to finish. Somewhere along the way, I also became the unofficial, official iPhone-ographer of the boat and ended up taking photos for sooo many people! One of my favorite things about the cruise was the crowd -- it was truly all ages, and ALL ages were awesome and an absolute pleasure to party with. We met so many genuinely nice people, including a group we clicked with so well that we decided to keep the night going afterward and ended up hanging out and doing karaoke together! That probably says everything you need to know about the fun, friendly, social atmosphere Sea Maui creates. We had such a great experience that I'm already excited to hopefully book a private charter with Sea Maui for our wedding welcome party next year! 10/10 experience. Highly recommend. Thank you, Sunshine and the entire Sea Maui crew for such a memorable evening! And enjoy the pics! Sea Maui, hit me up and I'll send you the rest -- I have HUNDREDS. :

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Sea Maui - Mai tai time

Mai tai time

Sea Maui - Sunset cruise

Sunset cruise

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Whale tail

Hula Girl - Views 10/10

Hula Girl

4.6(308 reviews)
0.5 mi

My wife and I live in Maui and we go on the hula girl at least once or twice every year for over 10…read moreyears. It's always such a great experience, even though we live on Maui, we cherish every trip withPeter and his wife, they are so gracious and always welcome us back. He's a very confident, captain. They have the best food of any cruises we've ever been on. I always get the fish special and it's as good as mama's fish house,If not better, actually it is better! I always recommend the whole girl to all my friends and visitors.

@hulagirlsailing Hands down, the BEST boat trip ever!…read more Absolutely blew us away. From the moment we stepped onboard, the service was incredible, the food and drinks were outstanding, and the boat itself is UNBELIEVABLE. But what really made this experience so special were the people behind it. You can tell immediately that sailing isn't just their job. It's their passion and their life. The captain was so personable and shared some amazing stories and life experiences with us. This man was BORN to sail. His wife and co-owner was just as wonderful, so friendly, attentive and genuinely welcoming. And the entire crew, including the chef, was phenomenal. The food was amazing, the drinks kept coming, and they made sure everyone onboard was taken care of from beginning to end. We've done boat excursions before, but this was on another level. It felt less like being on a tourist excursion and more like being welcomed aboard by people who genuinely love what they do.

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Hula Girl - My love and I on our favorite boat

My love and I on our favorite boat

Hula Girl - Recreating the Titanic

Recreating the Titanic

Hula Girl - Another group trip

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Another group trip

Extended Horizons Scuba - Boat Dives launch again July 1, 2026.

Extended Horizons Scuba

4.8(362 reviews)
7.5 mi

We had an amazingly good time with the Extended Horizons team. My 13 year old daughter completed…read moreher PADI cert and then we did a two tank night dive the following day. Such an awesome experience. 5 stars.

We had an outstanding experience with Extended Horizons, led by divemaster Gustavo "Gu." Recent…read moreMaui rains reduced visibility at many sites, but Gu adjusted the plan and guided us to the best possible conditions. That made the difference. These were refresher dives for our group, and Gu handled them exactly right. He quickly assessed each diver's experience, our small group included both newer divers with fewer than ten dives and others with more than 70, but with time since our last dives. His review of fundamentals, safety, and buoyancy control was clear and structured, without slowing the group down. He also reinforced reef etiquette and respect for marine life in a practical, no-nonsense way. This team takes responsible diving seriously. What stood out most was Gu's site knowledge. Not just which sites to choose, but where to position within each site to maximize visibility and encounters. He set expectations on what we might see, spotted eagle rays, green sea turtles, white-tip reef sharks, snowflake moray eels, and more, and then delivered. We saw all of it. With two divers carrying cameras, he was mindful of positioning, and I came away with great shots of eagle rays, reef sharks, and multiple turtles. The highlight was a turtle cleaning station at Mala Wharf, with six turtles active at once and eagle rays passing nearby. It was one of those rare dives where something meaningful is happening in every direction. The attached photo captures that exact moment, multiple turtles gathered at the cleaning station with eagle rays moving through the scene. Operationally, everything was tight: * Strong safety culture and clear briefings * Efficient check-in and gear handling * Well-maintained equipment * Good pacing, no rushing, no wasted time * Attentive in-water supervision without being intrusive * Effective group management for mixed experience levels If you are traveling to Hawaii with limited dive windows, this is the operator you want. They remove uncertainty and maximize your chances of a memorable dive. Highly recommend Extended Horizons, and Gu as your guide.

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Extended Horizons Scuba
Extended Horizons Scuba - Getting ready for the dive.

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Getting ready for the dive.

Honokeana Bay - fishing - Updated October 2026

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