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Maui Molokini Crater Snorkeling Tour 5 hr
TourTruth score 9.2 out of 10
ExcellentTop 4% in Maui
1,650 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score
- Maui
- 5 hrs
- Updated November 2, 2026
Snorkel Molokini Crater and visit Turtle Town on a five-hour Maui boat adventure with gear, snacks, and coastal views.
About this tour
Set out from Kihei for a five-hour Maui snorkeling adventure, with the volcanic rim of Molokini Crater rising above clear Pacific water. This Maui Molokini Crater snorkeling tour visits the crater’s wildlife-rich reef, where visibility can often exceed 180 feet (55 meters), and continues to Turtle Town, known for Hawaiian green sea turtles.
Along the way, take in views of the South Maui coast and look for reef life such as fish and rays. Snorkeling equipment, an English-speaking local guide and instructor, bottled water, soda, individually packaged sandwiches and chips, fresh fruit, and Maui cinnamon rolls are provided. The morning departure begins at Kihei Boat Ramp, where free parking is available; arrive 30 minutes early to check in.
The Maui Molokini Crater snorkeling tour involves climbing a vertical ladder back onto the boat and calls for moderate fitness. Check the age and health guidance before booking, then get ready for a memorable morning on the water.
Highlights
- Snorkel Molokini Crater’s wildlife-rich reef
- Look for fish and rays in clear water
- Swim near Hawaiian green sea turtles at Turtle Town
- Take in sweeping views of the Maui coast
What's included
Included
- Local guide and instructor
- Soda
- Bottled water
- Individually packaged sandwiches and chips
- Snorkeling equipment
- Individually packaged Maui cinnamon rolls and fresh fruit
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Ratings on each provider
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4.95 / 5 · 1,650 reviews
Important information
- Guests must be ages 8–65; contact the provider about exceptions
- Arrive 30 minutes before departure; check in at 6:30 AM for the 7:00 AM departure
- Meet at Kihei Boat Ramp; parking is free in the lots above the boat and trailer area
- Look for the big red boat at check-in
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- Guests must climb a vertical ladder to reboard after snorkeling
- A moderate level of physical fitness is recommended
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with poor cardiovascular health or spinal injuries
- Not recommended for people prone to seasickness, elderly travelers, or those who are physically fragile
Frequently asked questions
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts five hours.
What time should I arrive?
Arrive 30 minutes before departure. For the 7:00 AM departure, check in at 6:30 AM.
Where is the meeting point?
Meet at Kihei Boat Ramp and look for the big red boat. Free parking is available in the lots above the boat and trailer area.
What ages can join?
Guests must be ages 8–65. Contact the provider directly to ask about exceptions.
Is the tour suitable for everyone?
Guests need moderate physical fitness and must climb a vertical ladder to reboard. The trip is not recommended for pregnant travelers, people with certain health or spinal conditions, those prone to seasickness, or elderly or physically fragile travelers.
How this score is calculated
This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.95 from 1,650 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.
How the score works and rating distribution in Maui
- Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
- Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
- Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
- The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 9.2. Top 4% in Maui means it ranks in the top 4% of tours in Maui by this score.
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