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Molokini Crater Tours: The 15 Best Boats Out

27 tours  ·  from $89

The crossing takes about 45 minutes and the wind closes the crater in by early afternoon, which is why every boat leaves at first light. These 15 compare the harbours they sail from, the group size on deck and whether the second stop is Turtle Town or the coast.

Maui Snorkeling Adventure to Molokini and Turtle Town - A boat set up for a long morning
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Maui Snorkeling Adventure to Molokini and Turtle Town

1.Maui Snorkeling Adventure to Molokini and Turtle Town

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,221 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $159Our pick

Set out early from Maalaea Harbor on Malolo for Molokini’s clear volcanic crater and a second stop at Turtle Town or Coral Gardens. You get gear, breakfast, lunch, lifeguard support, restrooms, and narration from the captain and crew. Whale sightings are possible in season.

“This tour was really great! They were informative, on time, and patient. The food provided for breakfast and lunch was welcomed and a good selection. They were really great with the kids and making sure everyone was doing well. Would definitely recommend!”

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Maui Snorkeling Adventure From Ma'alaea Harbor to Molokini - What the Calypso gives you for $185.95
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Maui Snorkeling Adventure From Ma’alaea Harbor to Molokini

2.Maui Snorkeling Adventure From Ma’alaea Harbor to Molokini

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,997 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $185

Board the three-level Calypso at Ma’alaea Harbor for a 5.5-hour snorkel trip to Molokini Crater and Turtle Town. Your fare includes gear, lifeguards, breakfast, lunch, drinks, glass-bottom viewing, slides, and historical narration. The captain may adjust stops for weather and sea conditions.

“Great crew and great trip. We were able to snorkel Molokini and watch some whales while we were heading to the next area. We seen turtles and the food was great. The captain was very knowledgeable about everything about the trip.”

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Maui South Coast and Molokini Crater Adventure from Kihei - The 6:30 a.m. check-in at Kihei Boat Ramp
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Maui South Coast and Molokini Crater Adventure from Kihei

3.Maui South Coast and Molokini Crater Adventure from Kihei

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,575 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $232Top rated

You’ll leave Kihei at 7 a.m. with a small Redline Rafting crew, often including guides such as Tony, Nick, Kelly, or Chase. The fast raft reaches Molokini before many boats, then visits its back wall and Turtle Town when conditions allow. Breakfast, lunch, gear, and instruction are included.

“Tony and Jake provided us an unforgettable experience. Funny, knowledgeable and their love for the environment shine through. Thanks again guys!”

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Maui Snorkel Adventure: Molokini Crater and Turtle Cove - First water stop: Molokini’s fish and coral
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Maui Snorkel Adventure: Molokini Crater and Turtle Cove

4.Maui Snorkel Adventure: Molokini Crater and Turtle Cove

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,433 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $198

Join Maui Reef Adventures at 8 a.m. for a four-hour ride on the fast Reef Explorer. Snorkel fish-filled Molokini Crater, search for Green Sea Turtles at a smaller cove, and watch for whales, dolphins, and flying fish. Guides including Esteban, Jade, and Brad help with gear and water conditions.

“Excellent tour! The guides took time to check water clarity and if turtles were present before putting us in the water. The first spot wasn't good so they went to an alternative site for turtles and it was awesome! Crew was helpful adjusting snorkel gear. My favorite part is our turtle and Molokini Crater tour turned into a whale watching bonus tour. They paused the boat for everyone to see whales breaching. Lunch and snacks were nothing special but appreciated. Highly recommend this tour. I'd do it again.”

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Maui: Molokini and Turtle Town Snorkeling aboard Pride of Maui - What the first snorkel stop feels like
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Maui: Molokini and Turtle Town Snorkeling aboard Pride of Maui

5.Molokini and Turtle Town Snorkeling aboard Pride of Maui

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,124 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $203

Spend about five hours aboard Pride of Maui, snorkeling at Molokini Crater and Turtle Town when sea conditions allow. The trip includes equipment, breakfast, grilled lunch, drinks, and an open bar after snorkeling. Crew members assist beginners, and optional SNUBA costs extra.

“Great staff!!! Saw great many turtles and colorful fish. Even a dozen whales on way to molokini. Breakfast and lunch was a nice bonus”

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South Maui: Molokini & Turtle Town Snorkeling Tour with Meal - The boat ride begins with breakfast
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South Maui: Molokini & Turtle Town Snorkeling Tour with Meal

6.Molokini & Turtle Town Snorkeling Tour with Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 838 reviews · 5h 30m · from $159

Spend 5.5 hours aboard Malolo’s catamaran from Maalaea Harbor, snorkeling at Molokini and Maluaka Beach, also called Turtle Town. The crew provides gear, flotation aids, breakfast, lunch, and lifeguard support. Captain Steve, Sebastian, and other crew members have earned praise for clear instructions and friendly care.

“They showed us an amazing time. They explained everything very well. We thoroughly enjoyed our trip.”

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Four Winds Molokini Snorkeling Tour from Maalaea Harbor - Molokini Crater and nearly two hours in the water
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Four Winds Molokini Snorkeling Tour from Maalaea Harbor

7.Four Winds Molokini Snorkeling Tour from Maalaea Harbor

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 821 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $202

Board the 55-foot Four Winds catamaran at Maalaea Harbor for a five-hour Molokini outing. Snorkel among tropical fish, use glass-bottom Sea Boards, watch for whales in winter, and enjoy breakfast, lunch, drinks, and helpful instruction from the crew.

“Such a great experience with this crew! They are super friendly and engaging. Since we’d never been snorkeling it was nice to have the gear and teachers, Snorkeling itself was a bit underwhelming as it was mostly one fish type but the whales too and from were super exciting! Food was good!”

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Maui: 2-Hour Molokini Snorkel Trip - What the Fast Raft Ride Is Really Like
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Maui: 2-Hour Molokini Snorkel Trip

8.2-Hour Molokini Snorkel Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 816 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $143

Ride a fast raft from Kihei to Molokini Crater, about 15 minutes offshore, then snorkel for more than an hour in clear water. Redline Rafting supplies gear and keeps groups to 24 people. Guides such as Tim, Josh, Danny, and Jake are praised for safety help and good humor.

“Great trip! Beautiful snorkel site and super friendly and helpful staff. We saw several whales back and forth from the snorkel site. Unforgettable experience.”

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Maui: Molokini Crater and Turtle Town Snorkeling From Kihei - Turtle Town: the morning’s most memorable encounter
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Maui: Molokini Crater and Turtle Town Snorkeling From Kihei

9.Molokini Crater and Turtle Town Snorkeling From Kihei

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 765 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $179

Leave Kihei at 7:00 am for a three-hour small-group boat trip to Molokini Crater and Turtle Town. Crew members such as Matt, Lucia, Sarah, and Alex help with gear, safety, and sea life spotting. Expect fish, coral, turtles, snacks, drinks, and a light sandwich lunch.

“My husband and I had a blast with Captain Matt and Sarah! We chose the morning tour and the water was perfect, we saw several turtles and got to hear whales singing! Matt and Sarah were helpful, friendly, funny, and all around a good time. We brought our own snorkel gear but they had quality equipment on board and helped folks in and out of the boat as needed.”

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Maui: Molokini & Turtle Town Snorkel & Waterslide Adventure - Turtle Town brings a second kind of underwater encounter
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Maui: Molokini & Turtle Town Snorkel & Waterslide Adventure

10.Molokini & Turtle Town Snorkel & Waterslide Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 693 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $196

Set out from Wailuku at 6:30 a.m. aboard the 53-foot Lani Kai II for snorkeling at Molokini Crater and Turtle Town. Captain Greg, Captain Paul, and the crew provide gear, breakfast, lunch, flotation aids, and a 20-foot waterslide. Whale sightings are possible from November through April.

“This was such an amazing experience. I traveled with my wife and both of us are non swimmers (wife's 1st ever time getting into water) Captian made us very comfortable and assisted us swimming. We also had snorkel class on board for non swimmers and 1st time snorkelers. Nice snacks and drinks and good toilets. Witnessed lots of beautiful fishes and turtles. Too good of an experience.”

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South Maui: Snorkel to Coral Gardens or Molokini Crater - The ride across Maalaea Bay
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South Maui: Snorkel to Coral Gardens or Molokini Crater

11.Snorkel to Coral Gardens or Molokini Crater

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 689 reviews · 3 hours · from $89Best value

Cruise from Maalaea Harbor aboard the Malolo catamaran for an afternoon snorkel at Molokini Crater or Coral Gardens. Your captain chooses the site based on ocean conditions. Expect gear, flotation aids, a hotdog lunch, whale watching in season, and a friendly English-speaking crew.

“Had a great afternoon. There weren’t as many fish as expected while snorkelling but saw many whales on our way to and from the crater. Crew were great - friendly and helpful and the Capt regaled us with Hawaiian folklore tales and history. The only downside was the cost of the photo package.”

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Maui Afternoon Snorkel Aboard Malolo to Molokini or Coral Gardens - Snorkeling Molokini Crater
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Maui Afternoon Snorkel Aboard Malolo to Molokini or Coral Gardens

12.Maui Afternoon Snorkel Aboard Malolo to Molokini or Coral Gardens

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 519 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $89

Board the 55-foot Malolo catamaran at Maalaea Harbor for a three-hour afternoon snorkel trip. Captain Kiwi, Andy, Chris, and the crew choose Molokini or Coral Gardens based on sea conditions. Equipment, flotation gear, drinks, and lunch are included, with whales possible from December through April.

“Staff is friendly and encouraging to those who haven’t snorkeled. The boat was small and not crowded.”

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Maui: Molokini and Turtles Luxury Yacht Snorkel - Molokini Crater: clear water with a weather clause
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Maui: Molokini and Turtles Luxury Yacht Snorkel

13.Molokini and Turtles Luxury Yacht Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 477 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $263

Board Pride of Maui’s modern, air-conditioned yacht at Maalaea Harbor for a five-hour snorkel trip to Molokini and Turtle Town. Captain Justin and his crew provide gear, breakfast, an onboard barbecue lunch, warm showers, and drinks after snorkeling. The route depends on weather and sea conditions.

“This was from beginning to end an amazing experience. The captain and crew early on guided us gently with safety and put all uneasiness quickly to rest. Really enjoyed the luxury yacht and all the amenities including such pristine and clean conditions. A very super friendly crew with knowledge and also genuine niceness towards us. We got to do everything listed but in a non hurried and enjoyable way. This outfitter is very lucky to have such an outstanding crew representing them. There are not enough words to share how pleased we were”

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Maui: Eco-Friendly Molokini & Turtle Town Tour with Meals - Leaving Maalaea Harbor without morning confusion
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Maui: Eco-Friendly Molokini & Turtle Town Tour with Meals

14.Eco-Friendly Molokini & Turtle Town Tour with Meals

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 464 reviews · 5 hours · from $199

Cruise from Maalaea Harbor to Molokini and Turtle Arches with Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists. You get snorkel instruction, optical masks, flotation gear, breakfast, a grilled lunch, and a chance to spot turtles, octopi, eels, reef fish, and seasonal whales.

“Captain T and his amazing crew did an excellent job! Everything was so good prepared and organized. Everyone of the crew knew in each second what to do!! We also received a lot of biological information during the boating. I think this was one of my best organized trips ever! Only two things to improve from our point of view: -) we’ve been over 100 people… for an natural event… snorkeling should be calm and relaxing but it felt like swarming with snorkeler. -) we had a photographer on board - she did a great job, but it was really expensive! It would be great to know the price before…”

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South Maui: Molokini Snorkeling Adventure - What the ride from Maalaea Harbor is like
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15.Molokini Snorkeling Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 450 reviews · 5h 30m · from $185

Board Calypso at Maalaea Harbor for a 5.5-hour snorkeling cruise to Molokini Crater and Turtle Town. A professional crew provides gear, safety instruction, breakfast, lunch, flotation aids, and lifeguards in the water. The triple-deck catamaran also has slides, a glass-bottom room, showers, and restrooms.

“We had such a great time! We were served breakfast and lunch. The boat ride was pleasant and didn’t feel rushed. We saw lots of fish out at Molokini and saw a handful of sea turtles in Turtle Town. The staff was awesome! They also had a photographer on board who tools tons of photos on the boat and in/under the water and the pictures turned out great. Of course you have to pay for pictures if you want them but it was worth it for us. Make sure to use Reef-safe sunscreen or just don’t put any on until you get there, they had hand pumps filled with sunscreen…”

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