Lake Michigan Scuba Diving Charter Prices
Plan Your Dive Trips
Dive charters aboard the Molly V operate along the Wisconsin coast of Lake Michigan, with trips departing from Milwaukee and other nearby ports based on the location of the shipwrecks being visited. The vessel carries a maximum of six divers. Individual divers may reserve a spot on scheduled trips, while groups may charter the entire boat for a private dive at the group rate shown below. Weekday trips departing from Milwaukee may also be scheduled upon request with a minimum of four divers.
Milwaukee Charter Fees (Home Port)
Trips depart from McKinley marina boat ramps: E Lafayette Hill Rd, Milwaukee, WI ↗
Typical departure: morning trips 7:30am, afternoon trips between noon to 1pm (meeting 30 minutes before departure).
Parking: free parking available near McKinley Marina launch ramp.
Trip Type | Duration | Per Diver | Group |
|---|---|---|---|
2 recreational or 1 technical | 1/2 day | $170 | $850 |
2 technical or combo (within 8 miles) | 2/3 day | $199 | $995 |
2 technical or combo (within 16 miles) | 2/3 day | $220 | $1,100 |
1 recreational | Evening | $115 | $575 |
1 technical (within 8 miles) | 1/2 day | $170 | $850 |
1 technical (within 16 miles) | 1/2 day | $195 | $975 |
Expedition | Full Day | $290 | $1,450 |
Travel Charters Fees (Outside of Milwaukee)
Kenosha
Trips depart from Simmons Island marina boat ramps: 4520 Harbor Dr, Kenosha, WI ↗
Typical departure: morning trips 7:30am, afternoon trips between noon to 12:30pm (meeting 30 minutes before departure).
Parking: free parking available near the launch ramp.
Trip Type | Duration | Per Diver | Group |
2 recreational or 1 technical | 1/2 day | $190 | $950 |
2 technical or combo | 2/3 day | $260 | $1,300 |
Port Washington
Trips depart from Port Washington marina wall or specific slip: 106 Lake St Slip 21, Port Washington, WI ↗
Typical departure: morning trips 7:30am, afternoon trips between noon to 12:30pm (meeting 30 minutes before departure).
Parking: paid parking available next to the marina (bring 4 to 6 quarters).
Trip Type | Duration | Per Diver | Group |
|---|---|---|---|
2 recreational | 1/2 day | $190 | $950 |
Sheboygan
Trips depart from Sheboygan marina boat ramps: 699 Broughton Dr, Sheboygan, WI ↗
Typical departure: morning trips 7:30am, afternoon trips between noon to 1:30pm (meeting 30 minutes before departure).
Parking: free parking available near the launch ramp.
Trip Type | Duration | Per Diver | Group |
2 recreational | 1/2 day | $190 | $950 |
2 technical or combo | 2/3 day | $260 | $1,300 |
Expedition | 2/3 day | $260 | $1,300 |
Manitowoc or Two Rivers
Trips depart from Manitowoc marina boat ramps: 425 Maritime Dr Dock “D, Manitowoc, WI ↗
or from Two Rivers Seagull marina: 1400 Lake St, Two Rivers, WI ↗
Typical departure: morning trips 7:30am or arranged ahead of time (meeting 30 minutes before departure).
Parking: free parking available near the launch ramp.
Trip Type | Duration | Per Diver | Group |
|---|---|---|---|
2 technical | 2/3 day | $280 | $1,400 |
Private Group Charters
Bring your own dive group and reserve the entire Molly V for a private charter at a discounted group rate. Private charters offer the greatest flexibility in dive planning and site selection based on diver experience, conditions, and trip goals.
Charter Details
Minimum divers
Trips departing from Milwaukee typically run with a minimum of four divers, either as regularly scheduled charters or upon request. Trips departing from other ports generally require booking the full boat due to the additional travel and logistics involved; however, if the vessel is already operating from that port on the same day, additional trips may occasionally be scheduled with a minimum of four divers.
What divers should bring
Divers are responsible for bringing their own dive gear (unless arranged otherwise ahead of time), certification card, and appropriate exposure protection for Lake Michigan conditions.
Dive guides
Underwater dive guides may be available upon request. Advance notice is needed so arrangements can be made.
Payment (Milwaukee charters)
Individual diver payments for Milwaukee-based day charters are collected on the day of the trip, and no deposit is required.
Private group charters require an initial deposit to secure the reservation, with details provided at the time of booking.
Travel charters (outside Milwaukee)
Trips departing from ports outside Milwaukee require a deposit at the time of booking due to travel logistics. If a trip is cancelled due to unsafe weather conditions, deposits may be applied to a rescheduled date.
Weather policy
Trips cancelled due to unsafe lake conditions are not charged.
Certification requirements
Divers must hold appropriate certification for the dives planned. Technical dives require proper training and experience with the equipment being used.
Pricing notice
Charter fees may be subject to change due to exceptional circumstances.
Equipment Rentals & Air Fills
Limited scuba gear rentals and air fills may be available for charter guests with advance notice. Divers are encouraged to bring their own equipment whenever possible. If you require tanks, weights, or basic gear, please contact us ahead of your trip so arrangements can be made.
Divers needing full rental gear packages should arrange equipment through their local dive shop.
Explore the Historic Shipwrecks of Lake Michigan
Discover the historic shipwrecks we visit on our Lake Michigan scuba diving charters. Explore the Lake Michigan Shipwreck Overview to learn more about these sites and their history.