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21 sources • Updated Oct 30, 2025

Written by DiveJourney. Built from public sources and local operator knowledge. Last updated Oct 30, 2025.

DLNR DAR: Molokini Shoal MLCD rules - No-take, no feeding, moorings only; prohibited activities
DLNR DAR: Honolua-Mokuleia MLCD - MLCD boundaries and permitted activities
NOAA Sanctuary: Humpback whale approach rules - 100-yard rule in Hawaiian waters
NOAA Marine Life Viewing Guidelines - Viewing distances for whales, dolphins, turtles
Maui County: Mineral-Only Sunscreen - Ban on non-mineral sunscreen sale and use
Kahului Airport (OGG) agriculture inspection - All bags pre-flight inspected by USDA
USDA APHIS: Hawaii departure inspection - Restricted items and inspection
Iao Valley State Monument - Fees and reservations
Haleakala sunrise reservations - USD $1 vehicle reservation for sunrise hours
DLNR: Ocean Stewardship User Fee - USD $1 per passenger fee since 2024
Maui Dreams Dive Co - Local dive operator example
Maui Dive Shop - Local charter operator example
DiveJourney spot slug: Molokini Crater - Internal link slug
DiveJourney spot slug: Five Caves - Internal link slug
DiveJourney spot slug: Mala Wharf - Internal link slug
DiveJourney spot slug: Olowalu Reef / Turtle Reef - Internal link slug
DiveJourney spot slug: St. Anthony (Wreck) - Internal link slug
DiveJourney spot slug: First Cathedral - Internal link slug
DiveJourney spot slug: Cathedral II - Internal link slug
DiveJourney spot slug: Black Rock - Hawaii - Internal link slug
DiveJourney spot slug: Turtle Town Maui - Internal link slug