Cathedral Dive Lanai

A SCUBA Diver’s “Bucket List” Trip

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Ranked among the top 100 dive spots worldwide, the Cathedrals are a must for any scuba enthusiast's bucket list. These two sites boast expansive caverns adorned with rocks cascading from above, allowing sunlight to filter through the pristine waters, creating an atmosphere reminiscent of a sacred place. No specialized cave diving certification is necessary to explore these caverns, making them accessible to proficient Open Water divers.

Starting At
$269 USD
Age
14 yrs+
Duration
6-hour
Location
Lanai, Maui, Hawaii

Highlights
- The Famous Cathedrals Dive Site
- Two Tanks Included
- PADI-certified Guides
- Incredible Marine Life
- Small Groups

From: $269^.00

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6 Hours 2 Tank Lanai Cathedral Dive by Boat

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Certified Diver Ages 14 yrs+

$ 269^.00

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Cathedral Dive Lanai Features

Goscubadivemaui Cathedral Dive Lanai Feature First Cathedral Of Lanai Coral

Goscubadivemaui Cathedral Dive Lanai Feature First Cathedral Of Lanai

Goscubadivemaui Cathedral Dive Lanai Feature First Cathedral Of Lanai Scuba Dive

The First Cathedral

As you glide through the dark opening of the First Cathedral of Lanai, you enter a vast cavern bathed in otherworldly light filtering through skylights, that illuminate the silhouettes of fish darting around.

Making your way towards the brightly illuminated central altar - a massive lava rock formation fallen from the cavern ceiling - you pause, allowing yourself a moment of tranquility to absorb the breathtaking surroundings. Venturing deeper into the Cathedral, you peer into the "confessionals" - intimate side chambers often inhabited by resting sharks, pufferfish, crabs, and eels.

Emerging from the "shotgun" - a narrow lava shoot at the rear of the cave - you continue your underwater journey through the vibrant coral garden and intricate lava formations, spotting elusive frogfish, colorful reef fish, and sleek eels along the way.

Goscubadivemaui Cathedral Dive Lanai Feature Lanai Second Cathedral Beach

Goscubadivemaui Cathedral Dive Lanai Feature Lanai Second Cathedral Coral

Goscubadivemaui Cathedral Dive Lanai Feature Lanai Second Cathedral Scuba Dive

Lanai’s Second Cathedral

The Second Cathedral earns its name not for being second in beauty, but for being the second cavern you encounter when journeying by boat from Maui. Navigating towards the central hall, you are guided by your instructor's torchlight, which unveils a kaleidoscope of colors - vibrant sponges, nudibranchs, and other intriguing small creatures adorning the walls.

Venturing deeper into a side chamber of the cavern, a rare black coral formation hangs like a chandelier from the ceiling above you. Continuing your exploration, you emerge through a lava shoot, accompanied by curious bandit angelfish, before circling the exterior of the cave and re-entering through a shallower opening in the ceiling. This alternate entryway and subsequent exploration of the cavern offer you a fresh perspective on the magnificence of the Second Cathedral.

Goscubadivemaui Cathedral Dive Lanai Feature The Reef Triggerfish

Goscubadivemaui Cathedral Dive Lanai Feature Coral

Goscubadivemaui Cathedral Dive Lanai Feature Dolphin

Fascinating Sealife

From the elegant wrasse to the colorful Butterflyfish and Tang, you'll find yourself surrounded by a kaleidoscope of tropical fish numbering in the hundreds. Keep a keen eye out for the elusive moray eels, adding an element of intrigue to your underwater exploration. And don't forget to be on the lookout for Hawaii's iconic state fish, the Reef Triggerfish, known as Humuhumunukanukaapua'a. Despite their shy nature, their vivid, pig-like snouts make them easily recognizable amidst the vibrant marine landscape.

Cathedral Dive Lanai Details

Highlights

One of the Top 100 Dive Spots Worldwide
Dive the Famous “Cathedrals”
Incredible Marine Life
Certified Dive Instructor Guides

Dive Lanai’s Caverns, Swim-throughs and Arches
Two Tanks Included
Optional Lunch Add-on
Small Groups

Description

Your experienced captain will select the day's dive sites based on prevailing conditions, ensuring an optimal and safe diving experience. Each Cathedral two-tank boat excursion typically starts with a dive at another Lanai site to help divers acclimate before venturing into the caverns.
Although the Cathedrals are a highlight, expect to explore other amazing locations around Lanai. With small group sizes, personalized attention from your instructor, and insightful guidance during two exceptional dives, you'll have ample opportunities to observe marine life up close and have all your questions answered.

Price & Availability

6 Hours 2 Tank Lanai Cathedral Dive by Boat

Certified DiverAges 14 yrs+

$269^.00

Check-in at 6:30 am, approximate return 12:30 pm

Included

Two standard 80 CF Tanks
Two 60-minute Dives*
Certified Dive Instructor Guides
Snack bar and water included
Stops for marine life such as dolphins and whales!
Souvenir water bottle made from recycled plastic.
Professional photos for purchase.
Rain ponchos for inclement weather.

Dives are 60 minutes long. Divers are also limited by the air they consume, the first factor to limit the dive determines dive time.

Optional Add-ons for additional cost:
SCUBA Set: BCD, Regulator, Wetsuit, Fins, Mask, Tank & Weights.
(Rent gear as a set or as individual items)
Optional Lunch Wrap/Chips Add-on
Nitrox
Dive light and GoPro

Itinerary

Meet at 1223 Front St, Lahaina, HI 96761 - 6:30 am
Return approximately 12:30 pm

Instructions

This dive is only for certified divers aged 14 and up, minimum Open Water Diver certification with a dive in the last 18 months.
Due to safety concerns, no pregnant women or people with back or neck injuries or children.

Cancellation

Any request for a refund 72 hours or more prior to the start of the tour or activity is honored with a full refund.
No refunds are issued for any cancellations inside the 72-hour period, prior to the start of your tour. There is no refund for no-shows. There is no charge for date change or tour change based on tour availability outside of the 72-hour cancellation period.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any restriction(s) on this trip?

Snorkelers are welcome on our Lanai boat charter, but only certified divers may enter the overhead environment of the Cathedrals.
What kind of boat will be used?

We dive off our 37 foot raft Hoku which is fast, comfortable, and provides ample shade from the tropical sun.
What if I haven’t been on a dive in the last 18 months?

If it has been more than eighteen months since the last dive, please contact us to discuss scheduling a refresher dive. We will not allow divers who have been out of the water for more than eighteen months on the Lanai boat charter. Upon successful completion of a refresher dive we will be happy to help you book a boat dive trip.
What should I bring?

In addition to gear, please bring a towel, reef-safe sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses.