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"This was our second time to Maui and diving with Scuba Shack. We were well taken care of on both of our trips to the island. Great dives, brand new equipment for rental use and knowledgable crew and staff. If you want a good..."
[more]- Mary Y.San Clemente, CA
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"If the visibility was not good, If the company was not Scuba Shack, If the sharks were not there, If the fishes were not so colorful, If Charley had not good humor, If the roof were not so beautiful... Well, I am not here saying how awesome was the diving. I hope..."
[more]- Erico CardosoRio de Janeiro - Brazil
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"A friend recommended that I go with Scuba Shack for my OW Scuba certification and I'm so glad that I did! Everyone was so great, relaxed, and just wanted you to have some fun while learning the skills you need. I would recommend..."
[more]- Michael PearsonBig Island, HI
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"My son and I booked two days of diving with Scuba Shack and prior to making our selection I read the reviews both the good and not so good and after doing four dives with Sean and Toby I must say they performed as expected..."
[more]- Greg JacksonSacramento
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"I just wanted to thank you Charlie and your entire staff for making my 500th dive such a memerable event. I have dove all over Maui, Lana'i and the entire world over the years, and with dozens of different shore based operators, and I..."
[more]- RANGER RONKIHEI
This was our second time to Maui and diving with Scuba Shack. We were well taken care of on both of our trips to the island. Great dives, brand new equipment for rental use and knowledgable crew and staff. If you want a good dive shop, this is it! We would definitely use them again on our next trip to Maui.
San Clemente, CA – May 15, 2013 at 6:43 am
If the visibility was not good,
If the company was not Scuba Shack,
If the sharks were not there,
If the fishes were not so colorful,
If Charley had not good humor,
If the roof were not so beautiful…
Well, I am not here saying how awesome was the diving.
I hope to have this experience again, again and again
Rio de Janeiro - Brazil – May 13, 2013 at 6:50 pm
A friend recommended that I go with Scuba Shack for my OW Scuba certification and I’m so glad that I did! Everyone was so great, relaxed, and just wanted you to have some fun while learning the skills you need. I would recommend it to anyone who wants to learn to dive.
Shane was a great instructor! Charley is a great guy with a ton of knowledge and the fastest boat on Maui. He’ll get you to Molokini in no time flat! Michelle, at the shop, was super sweet and answered all of my questions and it was very easy to get this all set up with her. Thanks Michelle!
Thanks to everyone there, Scuba is now a new hobby that I’m excited to explore even further. Aloha and Mahalo Scuba Shack crew!
Big Island, HI – May 4, 2013 at 5:27 pm
My son and I booked two days of diving with Scuba Shack and prior to making our selection I read the reviews both the good and not so good and after doing four dives with Sean and Toby I must say they performed as expected and would recommend the both of them. One thing I did appreciate is that when you dive on a vacation you dive with people with different levels of experience and during our last dive a couple in our group were running low on air and I appreciated Toby sending them back to the boat which was in clear view and continued our dive for another 35 minutes.
With respect to Capt Charley I found him to be professional with safety as the fore front of his actions. Some have been critical but I disagree when your diving or even on the boat you don’t want anyone to get hurt. I brought my own gear and it was checked several times to ensure it was ready to go and there would be no issues to address at 90 feet down. Would recommend them in the future and the next time we are in Maui we will be returning with no reading reviews needed.
Sacramento – April 29, 2013 at 5:14 pm
I just wanted to thank you Charlie and your entire staff for making my 500th dive such a memerable event. I have dove all over Maui, Lana’i and the entire world over the years, and with dozens of different shore based operators, and I can honestly say that there are none finer than the Scuba Shack Crew. Not to mention the fastest dive boat on the island that allows me to make 2 dives and be back home before my wife gets up for breakfast. Mahalo.
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Ranger Ron
KIHEI – April 21, 2013 at 1:25 am
Today marked 60+ dives with Scuba Shack, and the fun continues. John was awesome as captain, and Toby is more reliable than old faithful when it comes to finding something new and different. Red margin spanish dancer, a frog fish the size of a football, harlequin shrimp (ok, I’ve seen the shrimp before, but they are such a delight to find). This operation never fails to impress me. New divers and new customers are treated with the same warm welcome and sincere attention as those of us who keep returning year after year. With plenty of food and beverages on the ‘sun deck’, those who come up after 30 minutes have as much fun as those who stay down for 60. Their gear is never more than a few months old, and their focus on safety is astounding – I’ve heard the same safety briefing now for 10 years, they just don’t give up on what’s important. Mahalo Charlie and crew, you’re the best!
Fort Worth, TX – February 18, 2013 at 3:00 am
My husband surprised me with scuba lessons and that was the best decision he ever made. He picked the best place to get certified with. Our instructor Greg was amazing, we really enjoyed his teaching styles and the way he made us feel so at ease in the water. We studied together and understood all the material so when we got in the water we were really comfortable. Greg did a great job at helping us learn and understand the importance of scuba safety while learning how to become a great diver. On our last certifying dives we went out with Charlie, Toby and the gang and let me tell you that was the most fun we had the entire trip. The whole crew was so knowledgeable and helpful, having them down there with us on our first big depth dive was a blessing. We plan on coming back each year to go diving with them because we felt so at home with them. This company is by far the best in Kihei and I am so glad that we had the pleasure of diving with such a great team of instructors. Thank you so much guys for being such great teachers! We look forward to seeing you guys this year! I recommend them to anyone and everyone who anyone who asks!
Nikiski, Alaska – January 14, 2013 at 6:32 am
I can’t say enough how GREAT this dive shop is. My dad, boyfriend and I all were visiting Maui and wanted to dive. My dad still had his open water dives to do to earn his certification. Scuba shack arranged a dive so my dad could do his open water dives WITH my boyfriend and I. Not only that, he was VERY nervous and the crew made him feel super comfortable and were patient with him. We all had a blast, saw tons of great marine life and enjoyed the fast boat ride! I will not dive with any other company on Maui. Love you guys!!!
Oahu, Hawaii – January 9, 2013 at 6:33 pm
Not our usual Maui dive operation, but we were pleasantly surprised at how wonderful Scuba Shack was to dive with. Toby was a terrific dive master, and went out of his way to give us the best diving possible. Captain Charley runs a first class operation, and his boat is fast, comfortable, and did I mention incredibly and wonderfully fast! We had nice long dives, weren’t rushed, and were back earlier in the day to do more activities before any other dive boat. We’re experienced divers and got over an hour on each dive. Did I mention Toby was great? Yes, but it’s worth repeating
malibu – January 8, 2013 at 4:00 am
Scuba Shack truly deserves the #1 Rating that it has earned. We had the pleasure to spend a morning with this wonderful company and loved every minute of it. My wife, Megan, made her first dive outside of her check-out dive with Scuba Shack and they made her feel so comfortable. Our Master Diver, Jenny, was fantastic and it was obvious that we were in good hands. Our Captain, Charlie, provided a safe environment as well as tons of entertainment along the way. Great service, gear, personnel, and boat. We can’t wait to spend another trip with Scuba Shack. Also, they carry Frog Spit, which is by far the best defogger we have ever used. Pick some up in there store. Thanks again Scuba Shack.
Seattle, WA. – December 24, 2012 at 1:32 am
Whenever I visit Maui, I only dive with Scuba Shack. They are hands down the best dive operation on the islands. Charley and the crew make the experience stress free and fun. What’s the point of going diving if you’re not there to have fun? The boat is amazingly fast, which is great for getting out to the dive spots before other dive operations. The gear is top notch. They swap out the gear for new ones every month and they have some of the latest gear available, all of which is included in the price. Scuba Shack is seriously the best – I really wish other dive operations would follow Scuba Shack’s example.
– December 15, 2012 at 1:04 am
My girlfriend and I recently had what only can be described as a first class day boat experience. Charlie, personal and equipment are the best I’ve e.xperiened in a very long time. My girlfriend was having her first open-water experience after being certified in cold California waters, while I have over 4000+ hours u/w. Scuba Shack made the experience satisfying for both of us on every level.
Kudos to Charlie and his gang!
Chuck Simon
Founder: Truk & Palau Aggressor Live-Aboards
President, S Pictures, Inc.
Los Angeles, CA – December 2, 2012 at 11:48 pm
Diving with Scuba Shack is always a blast. Charlie is a fun Captain and Toby is an excellent Dive Master. We’ve been out 3 times in the past 2 years with Scuba Shack. Their equipment is always less than a month old. Some of the best dives we’ve had have been inside the Molikini Crater, outer wall, Turtle Town and now a ship wreck near Turtle Town. I highly recommend Scuba Shack!
Austin, TX – November 19, 2012 at 1:49 am
My husband and I had a great time diving with the Scuba Shack!! The crew was very friendly, professional, and did their best to make sure everyone on the boat was happy and having fun.
The equipment was brand new and Captain Charlie, Greg, and Toby made several safety checks in the boat and under water to make sure everything was working properly and everyone had enough air.
They were also very understanding and kind, being that I am a nervous, beginner diver. Greg even dove alone with me first, so I could get accustomed to everything and make sure I was comfortable before the other divers joined us.
We couldn’t be happier with our experience and can’t wait to dive with the Scuba Shack again on our next visit to Maui!
– November 9, 2012 at 12:23 am
I am a divemaster working on completing my instructor rating. My wife and I just got back from Maui and two great days of diving with the Scuba Shack crew. As a fellow pro, I have to say that Scuba Shack is a top-notch operation. What a class act! Our great diving began with Michelle helping us get scheduled and flowed right through to Jim, Toby, and Greg onboard the Double Scoop. These folks know their stuff and it’s very clear to see why Scuba Shack is rated the very best by so many. If you are planning to dive while you are on Maui, you’ve gotta’ do it with this operation!
Special shout-out to Greg ~ Retirement, Baby!
– October 29, 2012 at 6:21 pm
We have dived with many different dive operations, but SCUBA Shack is now our favorite. It isn’t just the fast boat or great gear; it is the AWESOME people. Jim, Toby and Greg (the dive crew we had) were a lot of fun. They are experienced; know how to make a dive great (even with different levels diving together) and all three have a fantastic sense of humor. Charley has done a magnificent job with his operation! When we are back in Maui we will be diving with SCUBA Shack again!
Snohomish, WA – October 23, 2012 at 7:23 pm
I came to Maui a recently re-certified diver after 40 years off from diving. I was sent to Scuba Shack by a local diver and I was very pleased with the three trips i made with Charley and the crew. My Dive Master Toby was fantastic and he watched over us like a big old teddy bear and also took great photos along the way. He was able to help me to become a better diver and made some valuable tips that will help me in the future as i continue to dive. Overall a fun, fantastic and awesome experience that i will never forget. You can’t go wrong with Scuba Shack in Maui. Good Diving
Long Beach, CA – October 11, 2012 at 12:55 am
It’s our fifth year diving with Scuba Shack, and we have more fun every year. Thanks for making our dives the highlight of our trip to Maui. Charlie, Toby, Jim, Greg, and the whole team are terrific! See our trip advisor review for more (popovova).
Ohio – October 3, 2012 at 5:40 am
Just got back home from 10 days in Maui. I went diving 3 days with Scuba Shack. Each trip was amazing and unique from he last. I have been diving with Scuba Shack for 3 years. They have the absolute best and newest equipment, including your own computer, and the fastest boat on the island, which means you spend your time diving, not cruising the harbor. Toby and Jim are fantastic guides, they can find sea life most others would pass by. The whole crew–Charley, Toby, Jim all like to have fun, but take safety very seriously. I feel in the best f hands when I dive with Scuba Shack and will continue to dive with them when I visit. Yes, Charley is crazy and likes to drive his boat fast, but all in good fun. I have a blast with these guys!
Denver, CO – September 26, 2012 at 3:07 am
By chance my soon to be wife and I were swimming on Kam II. When we were leaving we noticed the dive flag across the street. I wanted to log at least a two tank dive while on Maui so we walk to the Scuba Shack and into two of the best dives I have ever had in my diving life. To put it plainly. The two tank day was very reasonably priced. The Skipper and Crew (Jim and Toby) were very professional all about Safety and Customer Service. The dives were 150+ and 100+ Vis respectively. Great new equipment and one smoking fast boat. I would not consider diving with another shop in Maui.
Richard “Shipmate” Palmer
AOC USN/RET
Phoenix, AZ – September 16, 2012 at 3:38 pm
Scuba Shack was stellar! Certification with Jim was awesome – very attentive and makes you feel you’re the most important one in the water. Snorkeling with the kids at Molokini was grand, and Captain Charley went way beyond what was required and watched the kids when they got too cold so we could snorkel a bit more. Our six year old enjoyed him more than the creatures in the sea! We’ve never experienced that kind of graciousness on a boat. Next time we’re in Maui, we’ll definitely see them again.
Scott & Dee, California
California – September 5, 2012 at 5:45 pm
I came to maui to do a 6 week internship at rainbow pharmacy, right next to scuba shack. I had no intention of getting in the ocean past my knees on this trip as i am not a very good swimmer and am deathly afraid of the ocean! Charley came into the pharmacy one day and invited us out on the boat. I figured id go and enjoy a nice boat ride at sunset. My girlfriend and i almost didnt wake up on the but we made it there and am so glad we did! There was a great coffeee bar when we arrived and before i knew it i was suited up in a wetsuit! Charley loves speed so the boat ride started with a bang! Super fast for the size of the boat! We headed out to molokini and the divers jumped in the water. The crew encouraged me to try snorkeling and somehow made me comfortable enough to give it a shot! I was given a noodle to help me stay above the water and was ensured the jump suits would offer buoyancy. I jumped in, looked down and couldnt believe what i saw! Tons of beautiful fish and a SHARK about 20 feet away from me. I didnt even flinch! We then had a delicious breakfast and rested a bit after the 45 min adventure. The next stop was 5 caves. I got to swim with the turtles- my favorite animal! They were so graceful and this was an amazing experience! Water kept creeping in my mask on this jump so charley let me borrow his own mask. He was always close by with the boat making sure i was okay. I really felt safe in the water. On the ride back to shore we ran into a pack of dolphins! He had me go to the front of the boat and hang my legs over the edge as he cruised the boat alongside the dolphins. I had an up close birds eye view of these creatures- very cool! I still feel like this whole experience was a dream! I am so thankful scuba shack gave me this experience- it is something i will never forget and am going to go scuba diving with them in a few weeks! Not bad for someone who wouldve bet a million dollars that they would never get in the ocean if the water was deeper than my ability to stand !
Visited August 2012
Kihei maui – August 29, 2012 at 6:02 pm
Having had an introductory dive lesson earlier in the week we booked our first dive with Scuba Shack. It was fantastic !! Charley, Toby and Shane were our crew and we had a truly great time. Snorkelling first at Molokini was great fun and then on the way to the dive site we encountered a pod of about 20 dolphins. We sat up front whilst Charley skilfully piloted us alongside the dolphins who seemed happy to swim with us – a truly magical experience for us all.
Once at the dive site we suited up and started the dive. Shane looked after us superbly and made sure that the kids in particular were comfortable and happy through-out. It was another wonderful experience for us in Maui and our son’s face was a treat as he exited the water. Having been a little apprehensive he was thrilled and wished he had been able to scuba at both sites.
We have been customers at the Scuba Shack store on all of our trips to Maui and Michelle has always looked after us when we arrive on this fantastic island – snorkel gear and rash shirts are great and an essential for your days at the beach.
Thanks to all for another great trip !
Nick, Sherri, Amber and Ethan
England – August 21, 2012 at 5:58 pm
I just got back from a week of diving with Scuba Shack. The truth is I “lucked” into this outfit. My wife and I stayed at their condo and it was simply awesome. It had every amenity you could think of including a generously stocked refrigerator with all the little items you need if you are eating in. The place was clean and is located across the street from some great snorkeling.
My wife and I brought our own gear (all the way from NC) becuase most operators say they have great gear. Don’t make my mistake! Their gear was better than our own. The boat is, as others have posted, fast. I liked being the first to the reef.
The dives: what can I say, it’s Hawaii. It was awesome. Charlie and his crew got us to the best spots and accomodated my request of a Molokini back wall dive.
Summation: Calling yourself an award winning dive operator does not make you one. In Scuba Shack’s case, they earned it! Nothing could have been better with our week.
North Carolina – August 19, 2012 at 4:27 am
Had an excellent time on the Double Scoop! We will definitely be coming back for more.
Skagit Valley, WA – August 9, 2012 at 10:30 pm
I was a professional diver in the 70′s and 80′s. Now I dive occasionally while on vacation. I was truly impressed with Captain Charley’s professionalism, equipment and courtesy. They made my experience so comfortable, it felt like diving was something I did every day, not just once a year. Great job, guys! I’ll see you next time I’m in Maui.
June King
Sonoma, CA – August 9, 2012 at 6:54 pm
I went on a 2 tank dive on 07/20/12 it was my first dive after getting my certification. It was the best part to my Maui visit. I saw lots of sea life and the dive guides were great. I will be back agian.
Texas – August 7, 2012 at 3:26 pm
My kids and I just returned from Maui and two great days of diving with Capt Charlie and the Scuba Shack Team. We were sure glad we chose Scuba Shack to dive with. Kids were recently certified and were paired up with Toby on both days of diving. He has been with Scuba Shack for 16 years and took special time with my kids who were newly certified. The equipment was brand new and top of the line. Capt Charlie has the nicest, newest and fastest boat on the island and loves to show off the 750 horse power. Michelle at the shop was very professional and super sweet
. I would definitely recommend Scuba Shack to anyone looking to dive in Maui!!!!
Newport Beach, CA – August 4, 2012 at 7:51 am
We came as strangers, and left as friends. Our experience with Charley, his team and everyone we dived with was wonderful! Saw sharks, eels, turtles! The hospitality was just about having fun! We would definitely recommend diving with the Scuba shack team! Can’t wait for next time! KC & Anne
Chicago – August 1, 2012 at 7:58 pm
Went on a 2 tank dive on June 29th and had a great diving experience. The staff was great and the equipment is all new and very user friendly. Best equipment I’ve used yet. If you want a great user friendly experience I’d suggest these guys hands down.
Florida – July 29, 2012 at 9:38 pm
I certified in 1993, done some dive travel, and divemaster in my home town. My 13 yr old son got his Jr Open Water I certification while we were there. Jim was his instructor, and was AWESOME. Firmly worth the price of private lessons. He was calm, confident and patient. He love to dive and that came through to my son. On our last Dive, my son get a little Sea-Sick and Jim was great: He moved Phillip through gearing up quickly and getting to the water. He reassured him with out baby-ing him, and sure enough… as soon as Phillip hit the water he was fine and finished his certification. Thanks SCUBA Shack (Jim) for giving me a future dive-buddy, and some memories we will have for a lifetime. Captain Charlie was pretty nice too, and Lea at the shop was great. Firmly enjoyed all my time with SCUBA Shack, and highly reccomend them. Don’t expect “Black-Tie” pampering B.S., but you can expect a striaght forward, well defined and executed dive operator that cares about it’s customers. Only thing I would recommed – Get a bigger shop, cause you guys ROCK!!
Corvallis, Oregon, USA – July 22, 2012 at 6:12 pm
We just finished our dive today on Molokini and Red Hill. We had planned on diving inside the crater but were pleasantly surprised when Toby suggested we dive the wall with the other dive group. We had not dove in 5-6 years, but Toby and the rest of the staff took care of all our equipment and our needs. I have been on several boat/snorkel/scuba tours and this boat is by far the nicest, fastest and well maintained boat I have ever seen. We highly recommend Scuba Shack and we will definitely be using them next time we are back here in paradise!
Arroyo Grande, California U – July 20, 2012 at 6:31 pm
We spent 4 days in July, 2012 with Scuba Shack, Charley and the crew. Everything was perfect. We are a family of four – myself, wife and two teenage boys – all certified. We were very well taken care of from the moment we arrived at the boat ramp. Coffee and cookies are waiting while the crew readies the boat and dive gear and introductions are made.
Charley and the crew – Toby, Greg, Jim – are very professional. They know what they are doing, and it shows.
Charley supplies all dive gear, so not having to hassle with dragging that across half a continent and the Pacific, then down to the boat was nice. The equipment was all either weeks old or brand new. My wife’s regulator still had the plastic wrap on it one dive. We brought our own fins and masks, but Charley supplies those too. All is included in the cost of your dive. This is different than most of our previous dives (the Caribbean) so makes the cost of diving fairly reasonable. The more you dive, the less expensive each day is.
The Double Scoop is a fast boat and it’s clear Charley loves his boat and speed. ☺ The ride to Molokini took only minutes. The (very) hot shower at the back of the boat is a nice warm up after a dive.
Toby was our guide twice, Jim and Greg each once. All were knowledgeable and made the dives relaxing and comfortable. We dove four times at Molokini, each at different sites, including the Reef’s End site, which goes round to the back wall of Molokini – that’s not to be missed. We then went to Turtle Town twice. The first time it was a little windy so we couldn’t get into the caves, but the second time was fine and we spent a couple of minutes in the Bubble Cave. We went to Red Hill once and to the wreck of the St. Anthony. All four were completely different dives, seeing different marine life each time. Sea Turtles are in abundance at each site but don’t pay much attention to divers, so you can get to within inches of them – but don’t touch! We also saw eels, rays, shrimps, frog fish, white tip reef sharks, wrasses, and a host of other fish.
In between dives Charley supplies lots of drinks, and a great breakfast with coffee cakes and fabulous little bagels and cream cheese. For the days we dove we didn’t have to do our own breakfast so that was nice.
A big thank you to Michelle and Leah at the shop.
While we were in Maui we stayed at one of Charley’s rental condos at Kamaole Sands – two bedroom two bath top floor condo with views of the ocean and Haleakala. The price for the condo was cheap to say the least (contact Charley for rates).
All in all a great dive experience. Thanks.
Saskatoon, Canada – July 20, 2012 at 5:45 pm
My two kids (12 & 14) just got certified along with two other friends, with Jim from the Scuba Shack. He was a great instructor, and the kids absolutely loved it! We then all went on a 2 tank dive and had a great time. The boat is fast- loved not spending all that time motoring out to Molokini. Equipment and crew were awesome. We will definitely go with the Scuba Shack for our next dive!
Kihei, HI – July 20, 2012 at 1:32 am
On June 1 we went out on the Molokini Crater and Five Caves diving excursion. The boat ride out (Twin Turbo Diesel 700 HP) with Captain Charley at the helm is worth the price of the trip alone. The dives were led by Toby and Jim. These 2 guys really know their stuff, are very professional,friendly and personable towards all of the divers. They made sure that everyone was included and got to see all of the highlights whether you are an expert diver or just a beginner. How often can you say that you went diving alongside Giant Sea Turtles and White Tipped Reef Sharks. When in Maui, I would highly recommend The Scuba Shack.
Sudbury, Canada – June 29, 2012 at 5:44 pm
First time in Maui and was given the name of this dive company by a co-worker. First class operation with flawless equipment and very professional instructors. Will highly recommend this dive company to all my friends and co-workers. Stellar customer service and state of the art dive boat.
Cave Creek, Arizona USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:44 pm
Love, love this dive operation!
1) Best & fastest boat ever! Got to Molokini in 6 minutes!
2) Hot shower on the boat & shampoo & conditioner!
3) Awesome dive masters! Super nice & great experience (thanks Toby & Greg)- not like the loud, obnoxious newbies at some dive operations.
4) Great hospitality & snacks!
Lakewood, Colorado USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:44 pm
We had so much fun! I thought it was cool how we got to wear all that gear! We saw some of the coolest fish ever, including an octopus! -even when we were on the boat we saw giant parrot fish! It’s a great family experience ,we would totally suggest it!!!!!!!!!!!!
Houston, Texas USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:43 pm
Thank you for making my introduction to warm water diving so memorable. After not having been diving in 3 years your reassurance and support made the dive very comfortable and easy. Great day, great staff, great equipment, I’ll be back!! Thanks or I guess I should say Mahalo
Victoria, Canada – June 29, 2012 at 5:43 pm
If you do one thing this Maui trip get some lappert’s ice cream, if you do two things this Maui trip, get some ice cream after Scuba with the Scuba shack. We took two trips out with these guys and cannot exhaust the good things to say about it. It’s hard to have a bad time Scuba diving in Maui, but these guys rise to the challenge to make every trip more enjoyable, more professional and more organized so you can get the most out of the amazing dive sites. They made sure that we did four separate dive sites over the two days, they look after all of your gear, have excellent brand-new equipment and even provide snacks! I will be returning to the Scuba shack over the following years and will book a lesson for my family so they can enjoy it too. Thanks Toby, Charlie and Jim!
North Vancouver, Canada – June 29, 2012 at 5:43 pm
2 days of excellent diving! Thank you Charlie, Doug and Toby – the turtles were amazing. First class diving all the way; knowledgeable staff, great snacks, beverages, photos, hair conditioner and a hot shower…you guys have it all. PS – Charlie, keep your jet ski tuned up, we’ll be back!
Scottsdale, Arizona USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:42 pm
I just got back to Michigan after a ten day vacation in Maui. I logged 8 dives (for double tanks) from Double Scoop with Charley and his crew, and I could not be more satisfied: not only there were no surprises, but everyone was so nice and professional, and unique in their own way. Greg is the quiet and consummate instructor, former Boeing engineer; Toby is a veteran diver, with deep knowledge of the boat and creatures; Jim is the rising star, young, athletic, multitasking captain, truck driver and dive master; Charley seems to be grooming him to succeed him; and Shane who was the dive master on my last day, and whom I did not find on the website (Charley take notice). Shane was very attentive to the divers and frequently checked and counted; also, he was able to find a reef shark in one of the caves and pointed to us many interesting creatures; unfortunately I missed the shot of the shark, but got the Moray Eel and multiple turtles on video, as well as a long clip on two dueling Garden Eels at the end of my last dive. As a testament to Scuba Shack, there were many return divers from multiple trips and many dives. Michelle was very efficient at the shop, and Coco was adorable. Finally, although we did not stay at either of Charley’s two Kamaole Sands Condos, (I did not know about them when we booked), we did stay at complex, and it was excellent from the accommodations and location perspectives. The only two things I regret were that I did not have time to go back to the shop before we left to pick up my diving stickers and to buy a cool Scuba Shack T-shirt! Maybe next time. Way to go, Charley..
WEST BLOOMFIELD, Michigan USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:42 pm
Captain Charley and Jim – thank you for making my first dive an amazing one! I’m hoping all my future dives are just as awesome. You guys are the best! Wish I was still there enjoying more dives.
San Jose, California USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:41 pm
After several dives on Maui, I have found the best crew yet! Charlie and his crew provided the best boat, crew, and equipment that I have ever experienced. Our dive was first class and we will always return to the Scuba Shack for future dives1 Great job guys- Mahalo- Kim Buster
Kihei, USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:41 pm
Once again, we had a great trip with you guys! We specifically requested Toby (he took us diving last year) and had a wonderful experience! Fast boats with warm showers, nice and new equipment, safe instructors, amazing dives…doesn’t get much better! Thank you!
Canby, Oregon USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:40 pm
Julia and I had such a wonderful experience with Captain Charley and his assistant Toby. The boat is the best (and fast!), the equipment is superb, the professionalism is beyond compare, and everything possible was done to make our experience as hassle free and enjoyable as possible. We will be back every year. Could not have been a better dive experience.
Dallas, Texas USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:40 pm
Thanks Toby, Charlie and Jim. My Father in law and I had an awesome dive out to Molokini Island on the 1st of May 2012 and backed up with a second dive in the caves. I’ll recommend you guys for sure!
Gold Coast, Australia – June 29, 2012 at 5:40 pm
It’s easy to see why Charlie’s operation is rated number 1 in the Pacific. Toby and Jim are both great guides. they put us on the best sights for sharks, turtles, and octopus just to name a few. The Scoop is the best and most fun dive boat I’ve been on. You want to get someplace fast, go with Charlie! These are just a few of the reasons to dive Scuba Shack. The friendly attitude of everyone on the crew and in the shop is a great bonus, as is the central location of the shop and boat launch, not to mention the FREE gear they provide so I could leave mine at home and save the extra luggage feea. My experience with Charlie and the crew greatly exceeded my expectations. No reason to consider another operation, you won’t find one better. Go Scuba Shack!
seattle, Washington USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:39 pm
Two great dives at Molokini! Thanks for choosing locations where conditions were best rather than throwing us in the water with less than ideal visibility. Jim and Toby were excellent as was Captain Charley. All together a perfect morning of diving!
Berkeley, California USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:39 pm
We had a FANTASTIC time. Crew was great and dive sites were excellent. We went snorkeling and couldn’t have asked for a better time!
spokane, Washington USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:39 pm
WE WENT SNORKELING ANX WE HAD A GREAT TIME! The crew were awesome and funny. I would highly recommend them for scuba or a dive. (Only because the scuba divers said how awesome it was).
kennewick, Washington USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:38 pm
This was our first time diving in Maui. The experience was superb. We did two dives (one at Molokini Crater and one at St. Anthony’s ship wreck). Both dives were amazing! the visibility was excellent (about 90-100 feet) and the water temperature was about 75F. The crew was amazing. Our dive master was Greg who was funny and informative. Upon arrival to the Kihei Boat Ramp we were greeted warmly and sized up for our wet suits. They even have hot coffee and snacks for guests. The boat ride to the crater was smooth and quick. We had ample to get suited up and jump in. Greg was great at pointing out hidden creatures such as a giant lobster hidden in a small cave. At the ship wreck dive we saw three giant green sea turtles who swam along with us. Greg had a digital camera with him and was taking photos and videos of the guests. The CD is for sale at the store the next morning. We are definitely going to pick one up!Oh and they also offer hot shower on the boat for you which comes in handy after the dive.We will definitely go with Scuba Shack again when we come back!
Seattle, Washington USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:38 pm
Our first ever dive in Maui and what a dive it was!! It was also my wife’s first open water dive ever~ The crew was fabulous and fun! Thank you Doug for the great guide!! He was a great moral support for my wife, as he never left her side. I would recommend Scuba Shack to anyone who loves to dive, or wants to learn as they also have classes~ Can’t wait to go out with them again!! Mahalo Scuba Shack!!
Port Orchard, Washington USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:37 pm
Thanks to the SCUBA shack crew for 2 great days of diving! Great equipment, friendly and knowledgable staff, and awesome dive sites! Made sure we went to different locations for our second day of diving, and also made sure our two newly certified daughters were comfortable and had a great time! Will return to Maui and dive with you again!
Vancouver, Washington USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:37 pm
Gigantic splendid crew! Many thanks scubashack for a wonderful safe time me,and my wife had a wonderful time. One can’t go wrong with the Shack (u guys Rock)!! Gillespie
Evanston, Illinois USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:37 pm
Charley had another great trip over there thanks to you and the crew on the Scuba Shack and look forward to the next time. IF you could send me the pictures of your morning dive back on the 6th of April that would be awesome its the morning we lost a motor which worked out great when we got to see the whale breech right next to the boat I had never seen a whale in the wild like that which made the trip even better and that’s hard to do with the Scuba Shack. Thanks Again
Pleasant View, Utah USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:36 pm
This is our third trip to Maui and the diving with Scubashack is truly valet-diving. Captain Charlie and his buddy team, Toby, Doug and Jim took very good care of us. We enjoyed the ride to the dive sites aboard the efficient dive boat, stopping to watch the whales from closely on the way. Under H2O, the dive masters know the residence of many fascinating critters and make the experience unforgettable. We had a lot of fun and are going to come back.
Montreal, Canada – June 29, 2012 at 5:36 pm
My daughter and I went for our first boat dive together and experienced our first dives with the Scuba Shack team… we had a great time at Molokini and Red Hill sites. Captain Charley runs a #1 operation — from the really fast jet boat, top/brand new diving equipment, great divemasters (we dove with Doug who was fantastic), snacks, hot shower, etc. We saw a shark, barracuda, a pod of dolphins, several eels with a few 5ft+ swimming fully exposed….. we’ll be back in August and will be bringing friends! It was well worth the ~ 1hr. drive from West Maui at the early hour! These guys don’t cut corners on safety or fun (like some of the others)!
Danville, California USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:36 pm
Thank you so much Charley, Toby, Jim, and Doug for a great first experience for diving!
I was certified with the scuba shack and it was a fabulous time! The crew is very friendly, social, intelligent, and professional. As a first time diver they always helped me with my gear and under the water as well. They pointed out sea life and helped me when I was unaware of what to do. The boat itself was a joy to be on! We were served food and beverages, we had hot showers available, music, it was very fast and fun, and I was even able to drive! 
I highly recommend the Scuba Shack to any new divers and any one looking for some fun! We saw many whales and dolphins close up! Plus sharks and turtles and much more under water 
It was a perfect first time and I will always dive with the Scuba Shack! 
Pleasanton, California USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:35 pm
Another great dive with a very professional crew! We really enjoyed seeing the turtles, fish, and shark. We will continue to schedule our future dives with Scuba Shack!
North bend, Oregon USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:35 pm
My friend, son and I are new to the scuba world,just got certified on our trip,and I just wanted to comment on Captain Charlie,Jim and the staff . Incredible! Top notch operation. friendly,helpful,knowledgable and professional 8 dives in 2 weeks each one unique. Thanks for the time of our lives. Brian Miller, Zane Miller and Micheal Keelen
Soldotna, Alaska USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:34 pm
My friend Laura got certified with Scuba Shack and we both did four days of diving on the Double Scoop in late March. We had an awesome time. Captain Jim and the dive guides were great and we saw all kinds of really cool sea life – eels, sharks, turtles, octopus, you name it. I would highly recommend this outfit. It was really good value for money – new gear, full service boat, great guides – everything you could want.
Anchorage, Alaska USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:34 pm
Great trip with Capt Jim, Toby and Doug. The Double Scoop is the most awesome dive boat around. Not only is it fast, it’s a lot of fun too. Great equipment, great snacks and a warm shower at the end! What else could a diver want?
Vancouver, Washington USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:32 pm
I’ve just finished the course today and it was awesome !!! the best think i`ve ever done. THANK YOU GREG, A LOTTTT
YOU ARE THE BEST
kihei, Hawaii USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:31 pm
My wife and I were celebrating our honeymoon in Hawaii just last week when we booked a dive trip with Scuba Shack after a recommendation by a friend who recently went with them. The staff was awesome – friendly, professional, and downright funny! We did a shore dive with Maui dive shop earlier in the week – the dive master was not friendly, not talkative, and really made for a bummer of a dive. From now on, anytime we or any of our friends and family visit Maui, we will always call Scuba Shack! Being rated number 1 is no accident – do yourself a favor and dive with this great shop!
Delray Beach, Flordia USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:31 pm
Simply the best. What a great team at scuba Shack. We took our open dive water course with Jim. He was one of the best teachers I have come across, patient, thorough, organized and committed. We came to Maui to learn to dive and came away divers. Great customer service. Loved the jet boat
Whistley, Canada – June 29, 2012 at 5:30 pm
My kids, ages 10 and 11, just did their four open water dives for their certifications with Scuba Shack. Overall a great experience for me and the kids. I got to tag along on the shore dive for the cost of air and I went on the boat dive for the last two dives. What a boat! The thing hauls a** and the kids had a great time riding on the stern deck. Like Charley syas, the boat really is like a giant jet ski. Jim, the kid’s instructor was awesome and the kids had a great time on their dives. Everyone, from the shop staff to the boat crew was friendly, helpful and professional. We’re planning more dives with the Scuba Shack.
Oro Valley, Arizona USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:30 pm
I was there between Feb 28 – March 13 2012. I am new to diving & Charlie’s gang were great, I dove with Jim & Toby , they bent over backwards to accommodate ,offer tech support,share their experiences & knowledge. This is a first rate diving operation, it’s no wonder they are rated # 1 in the industry. I will be diving with them again & would recommend them to everybody, great crew & the fastest boat in Maui.
Black Diamond, CANADA – June 29, 2012 at 5:30 pm
Our family loved diving with Scuba Shack! Charley, Toby and Jim were attentive and made sure everyone was safe and having fun both days we went out. The boys (13 and 11 years old) were able to do everything the adults did. While my husband and sons dove, I tried snorkeling. While I was not successful, the crew was great encouraging me and helping me feel better (Thanks Charley!) I think we had a much better experience than if we had been on a big boat! Michelle was great in the store too! I will definitely recommend you to anyone who is headed to Maui! Thanks Charley, Toby, Michelle and Jim! P.S. Jacob LOVED the boat! Ian loved it so much he wants to dive every day!!
Austin, Texas USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:26 pm
Thanks once again to the wonderful people at Scuba Shack; you’re the best. There is nobody better to dive with. See you in October. Mahalo Nui Loa.
Surrey, Canada – June 29, 2012 at 5:26 pm
My diving experience(certification course)with Scuba Shack, Feb. 13 -15, was nothing less than incredible. Doug was an amazing instructor who made my diving experience safe and very exciting. He was always encouraging, patient, and his love for diving really came through. Charley and Jim, captains on my dives, were quick to point out whale sightings and support for the divers and snorklers. I can’t WAIT to go back and dive again with Charley and his crew.
Gardnerville, Nevada USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:26 pm
Thanks Charlie, Jim, Greg, and Toby for a great time diving around Molokini. I posted a few of my better underwater pictures on my local dive club site.
Los Gatos, California USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:25 pm
We just got home and I can’t wait to come back to dive with you again. We did four dives, Molokini crater, the back wall, St. Anthony and my favorite the Red Hill drift dive. Thanks to Toby we saw everything, turtles, sharks, morays you name it. Thanks again to Captain Charlie and Toby!!
Carlsbad, California USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:24 pm
To the owner and staff of the Scuba Shack. What an amazing atmosphere, professionalism and knowledge. I think my 11 dives with your company can sum up how great my vacation was in Maui of 2012. For a recent certified diver, i was impressed with the briefings and how well the crew was at making you feel comfortable. Keep up the good work and i will see you all again in 2014. An extra thanks to Toby. The pictures are great!!!
Black Diamond, Canada – June 29, 2012 at 5:23 pm
Thanks, Scuba Shack, for taking us in to your dive family – We felt so welcome and safe! Doug managed to find us some awesome critters (3 octopuses in 4 dives!). I’ve been on some long boat rides, so I am very grateful Captain Jim and crew for your rocket of a ship. We look forward to joining you again soon!
Pleasant Hill, California USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:23 pm
A truly terrific experience! Top notch crew and dive leaders. Friendly, affable, knowledgeable & fun to be with. My first open water dive after Cert was to Molokini inside. The beauty and wonder of it all. I had to regularly clear my mask because I was smiling so much! Not to be missed! It’s a beautiful world out there. I’ll be back.
Edmonton, Canada – June 29, 2012 at 5:22 pm
Charlie and Toby, Thank you for the great dives at Turtle Town and the crater. I had a fantastic time on your jet sled and diving with the small group. My dad has dove with you before and we felt like guests. The trip was fun from beginning to end. I can’t wait to come back to Hawaii and dive with Scuba Shack. My brother wants to get certified after hearing about all the cool stuff I saw and the fast thrilling roller coaster boat ride. Scuba Shack is #1 not just in Hawaii.
Medina, Washington USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:22 pm
I’ve been diving in some of the most beautiful spots around the world, but my favorite dive was with Scuba Shack in Maui. It was perfect on many levels! From the fast comfy boat to delicious snacks, new diving gear and Dave, professional underwater photographer, to fun loving warm atmosphere, it was a blast! Not to mention, Charley, Dave and Jim made me feel safe and secure, even when they got me less then 4 feet away from a shark! Thank u guys! U rock! You’ve created Memories that I’ll cherish and brag about for years! Love u! Till our next dive! K
Los Angeles, California USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:21 pm
Made a great trip out scuba diving/snorkeling day before last (2/29/12)…. A small intimate group of 11 people on board… I was very impressed with the professionalism of the dive masters…. we visited Molokini and then a couple of super reefs off the Turtle Town area… lots of nice underwater creatures there! And if you are lucky and Captain Charley is feeling frisky, he may even shampoo your hair before the hot-water rinse off!
Chicago, Illinois USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:20 pm
Best dive crew (Doug & Toby). They do everything but breath for you. Great personal service. BTW cool boat Captain Charley, way cool… We will see them again.
Kay Bowman – June 29, 2012 at 5:20 pm
We did three days of diving with Captain Charles and Jim and were extremely pleased with the experience. If we suggested a site, they were eager to accommodate our request. We dove with both Toby and Doug and they quickly recognized our interest and catered beautifully to them even seemingly going out of their way to make sure that the dive experience exceeded our expectations. Both the above water experience and the below water experiences were fantastic. This is a great operator and extremely fair in price for the services rendered. A must in Maui and definitely #1 in our book.
E. Palatka, Florida USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:19 pm
Had an absolute fantastic time out there. Great instructors and awesome diving spots.
Calgary, Canada – June 29, 2012 at 5:18 pm
We took 3×2 tank dives in Feb. 2012. Great staff and crew. Great diving. Great boat. We really enjoyed it and highly recommend Charlie and his ScubaShack operation.
Maynooth, Canada – June 29, 2012 at 5:17 pm
Molokini back wall and St. Anthony\’s wreck were our two dives. I saw a baby humpback breach as we rode out to Molokini. Charly, Jim, and Toby provided excellent service. I can’t wait to visit again.
Menlo Park, California USA – June 29, 2012 at 5:17 pm
Two days of awesome diving. James, Toby, and Doug were fantastic. 1st day Toby put us on some of the coolest stuff in the world and the second day Doug did equally as well. You guys are fantastic and we will put your name in our list to recommend to anyone we run into that is headed to Maui to dive. I guess we will just have to go again tomorrow which was not on our plan but certainly is after encountering your crew. Linda wanted me to add how much she enjoyed the snorkeling and how much fun she had while on the boat with just the captain. You guys are awesome.
E. Palatka, Florida – March 21, 2012 at 5:23 pm
Charlie & Toby – thanks for the great excursion. My Mom and I had a great time. You definitely have one of the best boats and staff I have experienced for both scuba diving and snorkeling. I got some great scuba pictures including the hawksbill turtle, frog fish & leaf scorpion. Plus I got a perfect picture of me scuba diving w/the turtles. You guys were very attentive and the small size of the group was terrific. Again, thanks for a great time. Renee & Julie
Jacksonville, Florida – March 21, 2012 at 5:22 pm
This was my second two week trip to Maui and back with the Scuba Shack crew. Great boat, captain, and even better divemasters (Toby and Jim). No matter which dive site we go to they always find something interesting and new. Thanks as always. Look forward to our next trip.
Saint Charles, Illinois – March 21, 2012 at 5:19 pm
Had two great dives with Doug. Thank you, Jim, boat captain who did a great job as well.
Tucson, Arizona – March 21, 2012 at 5:18 pm
Thanks for a great day, despite the rough seas! The crew was great and made us all feel well cared for (except for the muffin catastrophe). Special shout out to Doug for being so patient. We’ll be back!
Niskayuna, New York – March 21, 2012 at 5:16 pm
Thanks for a great day, guys! Loved the diving! Nice dive boat, cool crew, & beautiful sealife.. Will definitely recommend Scuba Shack to my dive buddies & plan on coming back again.
San Luis Obispo, California – March 21, 2012 at 5:13 pm
Thanks so much to Jim for teaching me to dive! The Open Water course was great and we could not have asked for a better Instructor. I am 100% hooked. Doug, 2 more fantastic dives, thanks to you as well. Looking forward to more next year. Captain Charley, you run a great crew. Mahalo and cheers!!
Port Moody, Canada – March 21, 2012 at 5:13 pm
After our family received our certification with Scuba shack in 2003, it took us a few years(12) to get back to Maui. Sure glad we did… we looked up the Scuba Shack. Captain Charlie, Michelle, Toby, Jim, Leah and Greg welcomed us like old friends. Besides the great boat with the best hot shower, we had great dives! Great pricing… the more you dive. I can’t say enough about the excellent quality of the PFD and dive computers.(all set up and ready to go!) We hadn’t dive in a couple of years and I did not need to take a refresher course, Toby was attentive and very skilled. Thoroughly enjoyed our dives with Jim as he let us explore and showed us very interesting, unique things, very relaxing diving. This is a fine oiled machine. First out in the morning and back by around ten, which gave you the rest of the day. We will definitely be back
Calgary, Canada – March 21, 2012 at 5:12 pm
My brother and I took an early trip out to molokini and must have been one of my most favorite dives. Lots of fish and sharks as well as whales singing everywhere. Our second dive of the day consisted of sleeping sharks in caves and turtles galore. Friendly staff and an all together great experience. Thank you.
Petersburg, Alaska – March 21, 2012 at 5:12 pm
We were recently in Maui on honeymoon – I dive and my husband snorkels and most of the operators that offer both have huge boats and impersonal service. Captain Charley and his team were fantastic – I had a great morning diving and Adam was able to snorkel around above us without feeling left out. As a result snorkeling has become his #1 passion and hopefully he’ll try scuba diving soon. Thanks for a wonderful experience and Charley, I LOVE the boat!
New York, New York – March 21, 2012 at 5:11 pm
Scuba Shack provided a wonderful experience for my husband and I. He is PADI certified, but I was a first timer! Honestly, I was a little nervous learning to breathe underwater, but the lead diver, Jim, made me feel very comfortable while nudging me along. Kudos Jim! Capt. Charley was great–made the boat ride entertaining, but was great at teaching us the safety rules and kept a close eye on all divers. They gave us a great dive spot by Molokini with views of fish, coral, even a small shark. Jim pointed out some sea creatures to us. Even drove boat about 40 yds to allow us to see a whale, then the whale surfaced 5 ft from the boat! Awesome pics! And they even fed us breakfast. I would highly recommend anyone, beginner or not, to use Scuba Shack.
Gainesville, Texas – March 21, 2012 at 5:10 pm
Scuba Shack was fantastic. Charlie really enjoys what he does, from diving to driving the boat fast. We even got a chance to ride around and try to find some whales. The service is top notch as well. They have new gear that\’s not worn and haggard like other places. Plus they assemble your system, even switching the tanks for you. They even go the extra mile by putting our wet towels on the top of the boat so they are warm and dry when we get out. It\’s the little things that make a big difference. Great job guys!
Oakland, California USA – March 15, 2012 at 7:39 pm
Thanks again for a great week of diving! Seeing 3 whales exit Molokini crater was outstanding, too bad we weren’t in the water yet. I heard a lot of very positive comments from other divers on the boat, they had never experienced that level of service, and had never seen dive masters take such good care of everyone at the bottom. It makes for repeat customers like me.
Fort Worth, Texas USA – March 15, 2012 at 7:38 pm
Thank you Charlie for making our 25th wedding anniversary private charter all that we could hope for and more. It was really great hearing the announcement of the charter, our anniversary and a lot of those with us mentioned on the radio. Everyone had a great time at Molokini and Turtle town. That goes for both the divers and the snorklers. Special thanks to Toby for making our sons first tropical dive trip something that he will never forget. You guys always have been and still are the the best. See you next trip! Mahalo! Rob & Marci Wilson
Arlington, Washington USA – March 15, 2012 at 7:37 pm
Went diving with Charlie,Toby and the rest of the crew around Christmas time. Great dive at Molokini and Turtle Town was off the charts. Charlie is a master at the throttles and Toby is a top notch dive master. The shoutout on the radio was a nice touch also. Next time I’m in Maui I will definatly use them again. Thanks for a great expierience.
Washington USA – March 15, 2012 at 7:36 pm
Jim was the best instructor and made finishing my certification relaxed and fun! I loved diving with the scuba shack, the boat was well organized and the crew was incredible. I’ll always remember the dives I had in Maui thanks to Scuba Shack! cheers!
Bolton, Canada – March 15, 2012 at 7:34 pm
We had a great dive on December 26th with Charley and the gang. Scuba Shack was very accommodating with our somewhat last-minute booking; they took us out for a mid-morning to afternoon dive to Molokini and Turtle Town. We saw a great diversity of fish, an octopus, half a dozen turtles and a lovely white-tipped reef shark. The crew was friendly, knowledgeable and camera happy. The whole family will definitely be back for more.
Kihei, Hawaii USA – March 15, 2012 at 7:33 pm
Thanks Jim for teaching me how to dive. You are an awesome instructor as well as a outstanding captain. Also, thanks Charley for providing the opportunity for me to dive with your business and to stay at your secluded place up the road. I enjoyed my stay in Maui thoroughly and the highlights were the diving experiences I had. I plan to be back in 2012 to get advanced certification!! Will hang my pictures on the wall for motivation!
Sedona, Arizona USA – March 15, 2012 at 7:32 pm
Charlie & Toby – thanks for the great excursion. My Mom and I had a great time. You definitely have one of the best boats and staff I have experienced for both scuba diving and snorkeling. I got some great scuba pictures including the hawksbill turtle, frog fish & leaf scorpion. Plus I got a perfect picture of me scuba diving w/the turtles. You guys were very attentive and the small size of the group was terrific. Again, thanks for a great time. Renee & Julie
Jacksonville, Florida USA – March 15, 2012 at 7:30 pm
Two days of awesome diving. James, Toby, and Doug were fantastic. 1st day Toby put us on some of the coolest stuff in the world and the second day Doug did equally as well. You guys are fantastic and we will put your name in our list to recommend to anyone we run into that is headed to Maui to dive. I guess we will just have to go again tomorrow which was not on our plan but certainly is after encountering your crew. Linda wanted me to add how much she enjoyed the snorkeling and how much fun she had while on the boat with just the captain. You guys are awesome.
E. Palatka, Florida USA – March 15, 2012 at 7:29 pm
Thank you Charley, James, Toby & the staff at the shack. Me and my wife were on our honeymoon and the scuba shack showed us all that Hawaii has to offer. The back wall of Molokini is awesome! Sharks, rays, turtles, whales squealing in the background a truly unique dive experience the crater is like diving in an aquarium the fish are diverse and couldnt care less who you are. Stay close to the divemaster and they’ll show you it all. Charley I had a great time and look forward to seeing you in New Jersey!! Thank you Charley.
Staten Island, New York USA – December 9, 2011 at 9:48 am
We had a great time diving with ScubaShack! The boat was really fast, the weather was fantastic, and there were lots of animals to see underwater. We loved the bubble cave and my sister loved snorkeling with the turtles. I’ll dive here next year and have already recommended ScubaShack to others. The shop is well appointed, the gear is nice, and the staff is excellent (both nice and knowledgable – a good combination). Thanks for a nice vacation experience!
Vancouver, Washington USA – December 6, 2011 at 4:02 pm
We have been diving several years together at locations around the world and we must say that we really enjoy diving with Captain Charley, Toby and the rest of the Scuba Shack crew most of all. We have made several trips with them over the years and enjoyed everyone of them. The boat is the fastest on the islands and the locations out at Molokini, Turtle town, Anthony’s shipwreck, 5 caves are all great dives. The equipment is the best and we always enjoy the folks on board. Their prices for boat dives are very reasonable and renting equipment for shore dives can’t be beat. Toby takes great videos and pictures too! Thank again crew, we will see you next year!!
Goodyear, Arizona USA – December 2, 2011 at 2:51 pm
I come to Maui at least once a year and I love diving with Scuba Shack. The boat is fast, the gear is always new, and the dive masters are AWESOME! Finding all sorts of sea life and I even got a personal video of my dives. Thanks Scuba Shack for always making my visits to Maui FUN!
Renton, Washington USA – November 30, 2011 at 11:06 pm
Cptn Charlie and DMs Toby and Jim: Thanks for 5 days of great diving and really good friendship. Getting wet is great — making these Sue’s first dives in HI of her total 200+ made it special. It was Jim’s second time diving in HI. Both DMs [including the cptn himself who was DM on our day 1] pointed out outstanding stuff. All of you out there thinking of diving Maui, you are crazy if you do not give Scuba Shack [and Cptn Charlie] a try. We did not book early enough to get one of the condos – ask early. Also if you are diving in HI for the first time; visit the Aquarium early in the visit. Thanks Charlie. ‘Make it happ’n cap’n.’
Manhattan, Kansas USA – November 28, 2011 at 1:57 am
Awesome diving with the scuba shack. Fast boat and the crew is awesome. Charlie, Toby and Jim are all very helpful and great to be around. The diving was great and you can`t beat the prices. I would recommend you book your next scuba diving with the scuba shack when you are in Maui.
Bellevue, Canada – November 25, 2011 at 8:41 pm
Its been a couple weeks since I have returned from Maui. Went out twice with Jim and Tobey, it doesn’t get any better than these guys. This is the second time I have used Scuba Shack. If you go out with another dive shop your missing out on the best time and dives you can have.
St. Helens, Oregon USA – November 25, 2011 at 8:36 pm
I’ve been out twice this week with Scuba Shack, and both were great experiences. My first was on Saturday, 11/19. The waters were rough and we had to do a live drop/pickup. The technical skill of Charley, Toby, and Greg to coordinate this was phenomenal, and made me feel safe. On Monday, 11/21, we had typical calm Maui waters and had the playful, fun, but very skilled crew we usually see at Scuba Shack. Scuba Shack is my favorite outfit in Kihei, and I will continue to dive with them, in fact I’m going back tomorrow! In addition, their equipment is top notch. All-in-all a great experience!
Denver, Colorado USA – November 24, 2011 at 8:15 pm
Just had a wonderful experience today diving with Captain Jim, Greg and Toby. I went to Maui with my universal referral paperwork after an injury between dives 4 & 5 of my NAUI certification in Monterey Bay (cold!). Even though there was problem with the paperwork from my NAUI instructor Michelle and the crew at scuba shack were so helpful and got everything sorted out for me. I had a great experience diving Molokini and turtle town. Everything was set up perfectly and everyone so friendly. No schlepping 50 lbs of gear around! Check in was at 5:45am at kihei boat ramp. After checking in, coffee/tea and granola bars, cookies, rice crispier treats were provided for us. When we boarded we found our equipment set up and ready to go. The BC was excellent quality, weights built in according to your weight. Entry was giant stride and free descent down. Took pictures next to turtles, and all sorts of fish. Greg my dive leader made me feel very safe and made sure I was having a great time. When we went back to the boat, snacks (bagels, croissant, muffins, pineapple and other pastries) were waiting for us. The second dive was just as great. Saw turtles, variety of fish and went into a cave and took my mask off for a picture! Can’t compliment them enough for the great experience. I’m now PADI certified! The CD that I purchased for $40 was great to watch and made especially for me. Can’t wait to share it with my family and friends!
San Francisco, California USA – November 11, 2011 at 6:00 pm
Charley and his team are the very best at making sure everyone enjoys there dive while excelling at making everyone feel comfortable and safe. Beside having all new dive equipment, a jet propelled dive boat that gives you a fast and fun ride to the dive site, tasty treats, lowest rates, and most importantly they are nice people. I’m 76 and hadn’t dove for 30 years and Charley made sure that I was safe and having fun. Treat yourself to a ride on the Double Scoop.
Daly City, California USA – November 11, 2011 at 4:47 pm