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Maui

Warm Pacific, iconic Molokini, and whale season magic

Updated Oct 30, 2025 • 21 sources

Research Sources

Destination Guide Sources For Maui

Reference links used to build and maintain this guide.

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

Research Sources

Reference links used to build and maintain this guide.

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

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