SNORKELING
The best of it, mask on.
The 15 most popular maui snorkeling tours, the ones worth getting in the water for. What you will actually see, who runs the boat, and what a place in the water costs.
Morning catamaran snorkel in Maui with Molokini Crater and Turtle Town, plus gear, breakfast, lunch, and possible whale sightings.
Most Popular“We traveled with a group of 15 including four kids! Was an amazing excursion! The boat was incredible, staff was so kind, food was great. Book this tour it's well worth every dollar. We also got to see so many whales!”
Snorkel Molokini and Turtle Town on Calypso: gear, slides, breakfast, lunch, glass-bottom views, and possible whales from Ma’alaea.
“Food was good, crew was fantastic, the boat was beautiful and we saw a lot of playoffs because it was whale season. The snorkeling equipment was good. However, there was nothing to see snorkeling. Coral is pretty much all dead and covered with free masks some small fish and a turtle. I would’ve rated this…”
Snorkel Turtle Town off Maluaka Beach with a small guide-led crew, gear and life jacket included, plus photos and raw video for $129.
“We had a great time seeing turtles and we also got to hold a sea urchin and starfish. Robbie was a great guide! We definitely recommend this experience.”
Snorkel Molokini Crater’s clear water and coral, then swim Green Sea Turtles at Turtle Cove with lunch and a smooth Maui Super Raft.
“Esteban and jay, turned a crappy weather day into a good one. We traveled all around looking for a spot but the winds wouldn’t allow molokini or turtle area. We were taken to the best spot weather would allow and boy was it awesome. Without them it would’ve been a long, wet miserable adventure.”
Half-day West Maui snorkel from Ka'anapali Beach with honu sea turtles, colorful fish, and seasonal whale or dolphin sightings plus onboard meals.
“The crew and staff with Sea Maui were amazing. We were fortunate to encounter a whale on the way to the reef and the crew was extremely respectful and as excited as the passengers. They turned off the engines and we observed from a distance as the whale swam around us and breeched multiple times.…”
Snorkel Molokini and Turtle Town from a stable catamaran with breakfast, lunch, open bar, and sea turtles in about 5 hours.
“The experience was awesome. Crew were extremely knowledgeable. We saw a ton of whales and the captain was fast as lightning to stop the boat and let us watch. 10/10 would do again.”
Small-group snorkeling from Maui to Lanai for turtles, dolphins, reefs, and winter whale spotting; gear, snacks, and conservation included.
“Such a great experience. Lexi and Terry were so friendly and fun! The snorkeling was good, but the whales were incredible, and the spinning dolphins were such a highlight of the day. We made great memories. My teenage daughter had a smile on her face the whole time!”
Small-group West Maui snorkeling from Ka'anapali with sea turtles, reef fish, possible dolphins and whales, plus breakfast and lunch.
“Best snorkeling spots for sure! 😊 Goodtimes, company and banana bread. Mahalo to the team, see you again!”
Catamaran snorkeling in Molokini and Turtle Town with meals and gear. Clear water, sea turtles, and possible whales on Maui.
“Captain Steve and his staff, Rocio & Tati (I hope I spelled their names right.) were wonderful! Kind, fun, informative, helpful, and accommodating. Also another shout out to "Aloha Joe" the photographer! What a lovely personable guy, and great above and below water photgrapher. My husband has been snorkeling before, but it was our daughters…”
Half-day Molokini snorkeling from Maalaea Harbor on a glass-bottom catamaran with breakfast, lunch, gear, and possible whales.
“Best experience by far! Great follow up with detailed directions to the harbor and parking instructions. The Four Winds III is a beautiful vessel, clean and well maintained. The crew was exceptional. Very friendly, knowledgeable and made the trip a wonderful experience. The food was wonderful too! The time snorkeling was definitely the highlight! The…”
A fast, small-group raft snorkel to Molokini Crater with sanitized gear, 1+ hour underwater, and a guide-focused ecosystem tour from Kihei.
“Our guides Danny and Jake were very efficient, knowledgable, and fun. Best snorkel site ever! Incredible experience!”
Molokini and Turtle Arches snorkeling from Maalaea Harbor on a 54-foot catamaran. Gear, breakfast, BBQ lunch, reef guides included.
“PacWhale staff and tour were amazing. Fantastic snorkeling AND we saw several whales! The staff were all naturalists and genuinely interested in educating guard. Lunch was tasty, equipment was clean and well maintained. Highly recommend this tour!”
Morning snorkeling from Kihei to Molokini Crater and Turtle Town, with gear fitting, snacks, and a small-group boat ride.
“Captain Alex and first mate Sarah were amazing. It was a small enough group that everyone got individual attention. They were very knowledgeable in the ocean life and whales. Even though it was not a whale watching tour, Captain Alex would steer the boat in the direction of a whale tail or spout if he…”
Snorkel Molokini and Turtle Town from Maui on the Lani Kai II, with breakfast, lunch, gear, and a 20-foot waterslide plus seasonal whales.
“Wonderful experience for the whole family. Kids 7, 9, and 12 had a great time. This is the one to book!”
South Maui afternoon catamaran snorkeling for Molokini or Coral Gardens, with gear, lunch, and whale watching from Maalaea Harbor.
“The experience of doing it for the first time and plus the ride back with drinks and stuff, had a great time with everyone and there crew.”
