2-Tank Carthaginian Shipwreck & Reef Dive in Maui

Descend to Maui’s 100-Foot Shipwreck, Then Explore the Reef!

Descend into deeper Maui waters to explore the Carthaginian, a 100-foot (30 m) steel-hulled shipwreck resting upright on the sandy seafloor at approximately 95 feet (29 m). Just a short boat ride from the dock, this artificial reef offers certified divers the chance to experience a completely different underwater environment from Maui’s shallower coastal reefs.

Your guide will lead you around the exterior of the wreck, where years beneath the Pacific have transformed the ship into habitat for marine life—including deeper-water tropical species that aren't commonly encountered closer to shore. You'll have plenty to explore around the hull and surrounding artificial reef while appreciating the scale of the wreck from multiple angles. There is no penetration of the Carthaginian, so the experience focuses entirely on exploring its exterior rather than entering enclosed spaces.

After your first dive, the adventure changes completely. Your second tank takes you to a shallower Maui reef, where you'll trade steel and deep water for tropical reef habitat. Keep watch for Hawaiian green sea turtles (Honu), schools of colorful reef fish, and the occasional reef shark as you explore a different side of Maui’s underwater world.

Together, the two dives offer an excellent contrast: a deep-water shipwreck and artificial reef followed by a relaxed shallow reef dive. Carthaginian trips operate only on select dates and are dependent on suitable ocean conditions, so divers hoping to add one of Maui’s best-known wrecks to their logbook should plan ahead.

Duration

1. 4.5 Hours Total
   
2. Bottom time: up to 60 minutes (1 hour) per tank
   

Location / Where to Meet

1. Check In / Departure Address: Mala Boat Ramp, Lahaina, HI 96761, United States
   
2. Please follow the directions provided in your booking confirmation!
   

Ages & Requirements

1. Minimum age: 12 years old 
   
2. Open Water Diver certification (or higher) is required and proof of certification will be required at check-in.
   
3. Guests must complete a PADI/DAN medical questionnaire prior to diving.
   
4. Due to safety concerns, no pregnant women or people with back or neck injuries or children.
   
5. There is a maximum of 5 divers to 1 guide, with a maximum of 10 divers on the boat.
   
6. No on can exceed an altitude of 1,000 ft (305 m) or higher for 18 hours after scuba diving or 24 hours for multiple dives. For example, you must avoid ascending Haleakala, zip-lining and helicopter tours for up to 18 hours minimum.
   
7. Divers must be able to speak and understand English for safety reasons.
   
8. Wreck depth: approximately 95 feet (29 m) and the wreck itself is about 97 feet (29.6 m) long. There will be NO penetration into the wreck on this dive.
   

What's Included

1. 2 x 80 Cubic-Foot Tank Maui Boat Dives
   
2. Full scuba gear rental (weights, BCD, regulator, mask, fins, wetsuit, etc.)
   
3. A guided small-group dive with a PADI-trained instructor/naturalist guide
   
4. DIN tanks are available but are required to give a 2 DAY ADVANCE NOTICE to request these.
   

Not Included

1. Gratuity — never expected, but if you have a great experience, please consider gifting 15–20% to your guide!
   
2. Transportation to and from the boat ramp.
   
3. There is the option to use nitrox for an extra fee at checkout. Divers must be CERTIFIED to use enriched air if you select this option and the shop needs a 1 DAY ADVANCE NOTICE to provide nitrox.
   
4. There is the option to add a 100 cubic-foot tank for an extra fee at checkout.
   
5. Trip protection can be added on at checkout for an extra fee.
   

What to Bring / Wear

1. Swimsuit & Towel
   
2. Reef-Safe Sunscreen 
   
3. Extra Layers of Clothing - Sweatshirts and Warm Hats
   
4. Dry Bag
   
5. Snacks & Water
   
6. Certification Cards
   
7. Personal Scuba Diving Equipment (optional)
   
8. Required Paperwork - Signed medical form if required, waivers, etc.
   
9. Waterproof & Pressure Proof Camera (e.g. GoPros NEED the special DIVE case) - The company is not responsible for any damaged or lost items.
   
10. Seasickness Medication (if needed) – If you are prone to motion sickness, consider taking a medication you have used safely before, according to its directions and before boarding so it has time to take effect. Avoid medications that make you drowsy or impaired while diving.
    
11. Please remove any jewelry, watches, or anything that can get caught by the equipment or damaged by the water and pressure.
    

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