Top 15 Snorkelling Trips on Maui

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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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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3.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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4.West Maui Snorkeling Experience by Boat from Ka’anapali

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 881 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $193Top rated

From Ka'anapali Beach, join a half-day boat trip for two West Maui snorkeling stops, often including Honolua Bay. Guides such as Shasta, Derek, and Malakai swim with you, identify marine life, and help beginners. Breakfast, lunch, snacks, drinks, equipment, shade, and a boat restroom are included.

“Small operation. There were 18 guests and a marine biologist who snorkeled with us and showed us marine life and told us about them. We also so sooooo. Many whale and she educated us all about them. Never saw so many whales breaching. Great experience.”

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5.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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6.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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7.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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8.Maui Snorkeling Boat Tour to Turtle Town Aboard Quicksilver

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 542 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $99Best value

Join Quicksilver at Ma‘alaea Harbor for a 4.5-hour catamaran cruise to South Maui’s Turtle Town or Coral Gardens. You get snorkel gear, flotation aids, lunch, drinks, crew instruction, whale watching in season, and a waterslide. The captain chooses the site each morning based on sea conditions.

“Wonderful and knowledgeable, friendly staff. Great snorkeling areas.; and good price; however, a hot dog and chips was not much of a lunch”

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9.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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10.Snorkeling for Non-Swimmers with Photos Guided Tour Wailea Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 415 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $149

At Wailea Beach, instructors such as Triston, Ryan, James, and Sarah teach first-time snorkelers and non-swimmers how to use masks, fins, and life jackets. You practice in shallow water, then ride a paddleboard toward fish, coral, and turtles while guides stay close and share photos.

“Great experience. Instructors were excellent. They made us feel comfortable for snorkeling the first time. Lots of help and instruction.”

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11.Sea Scooter Snorkeling Tour with GoPro – Wailea Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 251 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $149

Meet at Wailea for a 90-minute guided sea scooter tour in Makena Bay. Guides such as Tristan, Yuri, Seth, and Ryan teach you the equipment, lead you to turtles and reef fish, and help document the outing. Strong swimming skills and upper-body strength are required.

“This is 100% worth the money. My husband and I had a life changing experience! We loved it so much we ended up booking it again a few days later after going the first time. Triston was phenomenal and was extremely knowledgeable. He made sure we were comfortable with the equipment and was super patient with those who needed a little more help. Safety was his #1 concern so we felt like we were in good hands. This was my first time snorkeling and the sea scooter made it easy to just relax and be able to enjoy the view. Triston pointed out all the cool things to look at…”

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12.Clear Kayak Tour with Pontoons and Optional Snorkeling-Unlimited

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 224 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $134

Set out from Olowalu Beach at 8:30 a.m. with Jason, Gabriel, and their family-run crew. You’ll paddle clear kayaks over Maui’s reefs, with pontoons available for stability, then choose optional snorkeling. Equipment, snacks, water, rash guards, and dry bags are provided.

“Gabriel was a great guide, he made sure people were safe by checking on them often. He knew a lot about the reefs and the islands.”

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13.West Maui Snorkeling & Sailing Day Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 210 reviews · from $200

Sail from Maalaea Harbor toward Lanai aboard a comfortable catamaran, with snorkel gear, breakfast, a buffet lunch, reef-safe sunscreen, and an open bar included. Captain Patrick, Captain Ron, James, Dan, and other crew members are noted for clear safety briefings and friendly help, while conditions decide the final snorkel stop.

“We had a great experience including my husband and boys aged 15 and 17. We are very happy to be able to participate in this catamaran trip, where we were snorkeling on Lanai and seeing dolphin herds and whales. Thanks to the captain and crew members.”

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14.Snorkeling and Sailing Adventure with Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 115 reviews · from $172

Spend four hours aboard Gemini Sailing Charters off West Maui, snorkeling at Honolua Bay or another sheltered site, then enjoying a hot buffet and open bar. The crew provides instruction, quality gear, prescription masks, and kid-size equipment. Winter trips look for humpback whales, while summer sails may spot spinner dolphins.

“Great crew, friendly and attentive. Loved that they had gluten free options.”

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15.The Best 2 Hour Molokini Express Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 109 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $147

Join Blue Water Rafting at 10:30 am for a fast two-hour raft trip to Molokini. Captain Brandon, Charlie, Angela, Kanoe, and other crew members have guided recent trips. Expect provided gear, drinks, close crew attention, and more than an hour in the water when conditions allow.

“Charlie was our boat captain and was amazing. They explained everything so well and we even spotted some whales & stopped to watch them. Great experience!”

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