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Maui Snorkel Tour with Dolphin and Turtle Spotting 4.5 hr

TourTruth score 7.9 out of 10

GoodTop 31% in Maui

46 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score

  • Maui
  • 4 hrs 30 min
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore Maui and Lana'i on a 4.5-hour snorkel trip with reef stops, sea turtles, and a 70% chance of spotting spinner dolphins.

About this tour

Set out from Lahaina for a small-boat snorkeling adventure in the clear waters around Maui and Lana'i. Over 4.5 hours, visit two snorkel spots, weather permitting, and explore a remote reef where tropical fish, vibrant coral, and sea turtles may appear beneath the surface. Keep watch for Lana'i's resident spinner dolphin pod; the provider estimates a 70% chance of seeing dolphins.

Your captain and crew provide snorkeling equipment, flotation devices, and guidance throughout the trip. A shaded boat and swim step make time between swims more comfortable, while light refreshments typically include locally made banana bread with lilikoi passion fruit spread, chips, water, and soft drinks. There is no restroom onboard, so plan accordingly and bring your own towel, hat, swimwear, and sunscreen. Check in at 7:30 a.m. at Mala Boat Ramp in Lahaina.

Choose this Maui Snorkel Tour for a relaxed way to explore the island's marine life and nearby Lana'i waters. Book your place and get ready to snorkel, spot wildlife, and enjoy the ocean from the boat.

Highlights

  • Explore two snorkel spots off Maui and Lana'i, weather permitting
  • Look for sea turtles, tropical fish, and vibrant coral
  • Watch for Lana'i's resident spinner dolphin pod
  • Relax aboard a shaded small boat with an easy-access swim step
  • Enjoy locally made banana bread with lilikoi passion fruit spread

What's included

Included

  • All fees and taxes
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Flotation devices
  • Experienced captain and crew guidance
  • Light refreshments, typically banana bread with lilikoi passion fruit spread, chips, water, and soft drinks

Not included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Restroom onboard
  • Towels
  • Sunblock or sunscreen
  • Hats
  • Rash guards
  • Underwater cameras
  • Alcohol
  • Full meal

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Important information

  • Check in at 7:30 a.m. at Mala Boat Ramp in Lahaina, next to the broken pier; allow time for parking and check-in
  • No restroom onboard
  • Bring towels, a hat, swimwear, rash guard, and sunscreen
  • No glass; do not consume alcohol before snorkeling
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  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health
  • Moderate physical fitness is recommended; non-swimmers and people prone to seasickness may not be suited
  • No infants; children under 4 years are not permitted
  • Snorkel locations depend on weather
  • Small to medium personal items can be stored onboard

Frequently asked questions

How long is the snorkel tour?

The tour lasts about 4.5 hours.

How many snorkel stops are included?

The trip visits two snorkel spots, weather permitting.

What wildlife might I see?

You may see sea turtles, tropical fish, coral, and spinner dolphins. The provider reports a 70% chance of seeing dolphins.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment and flotation devices are provided, with guidance from the captain and crew.

Where do I check in?

Check in at 7:30 a.m. at Mala Boat Ramp in Lahaina, next to the broken pier.

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 4.91 on Viator and 5.00 on GetYourGuide. Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.

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 7.9. Top 31% in Maui means it ranks in the top 31% of tours in Maui by this score.

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