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Maui Molokini Snorkeling Tour 5 hr 30 min

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

Snorkel Molokini and Turtle Town on a Maui catamaran tour with meals, water slides, a jumping platform, and glass-bottom views.

About this tour

Set out from Ma'alaea Harbor for a day on Maui's clear tropical waters, where a volcanic crater and lively reefs make snorkeling feel like a window into another world. This Maui Molokini snorkeling tour also visits Turtle Town, with the day's exact snorkel locations chosen by the captain according to weather and sea conditions.

Cruise aboard a triple-decker catamaran with room to settle in, then explore the water with provided snorkel gear and flotation devices. Look for colorful fish and other marine life around Molokini, and keep an eye out for native birds. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed, but the scenery is striking even between swims. If you'd rather stay aboard or take a break from snorkeling, watch through the glass-bottom viewing room, try one of the two slides, or take a leap from the jumping platform.

Breakfast, lunch, snacks, coffee, tea, soda, and juice are served during the 330-minute outing, while the crew shares informative historical narration. Check in at Ma'alaea Harbor at 6:45 AM for the 7:30 AM departure. Choose this Maui Molokini snorkeling tour for a full day of ocean views, time in the water, and easygoing fun aboard a distinctive catamaran.

Highlights

  • Snorkel the clear waters of Molokini Crater and Turtle Town
  • Spot tropical marine life and admire native birds
  • Slide into the water or leap from the jumping platform
  • Explore underwater views from the glass-bottom room
  • Enjoy breakfast, lunch, snacks, and drinks aboard a triple-decker catamaran

What's included

Included

  • Use of top-quality snorkel gear and flotation devices
  • Breakfast of mixed pastries, muffins, and fruit
  • Lunch of flatbread turkey sandwiches and veggie burgers; vegetarian option must be ordered at booking
  • Chips, potato salad, fruit and vegetable platters, and chocolate chip cookies
  • Coffee, tea, sodas, and juice
  • Professional captain and crew
  • Informative historical narration
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Triple-decker catamaran with seating
  • Jumping platform, two slides, and glass-bottom viewing room

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Towels
  • Parking fees
  • Alcoholic beverages, available for purchase for $3 each
  • Wetsuit rental, available for $10
  • Dramamine, available for $5 for two tablets
  • T-shirts, available for $20

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Important information

  • Check in at 6:45 AM for the prompt 7:30 AM departure at Ma'alaea Harbor, 101 Ma'alaea Rd, slips 76–78, Ma'alaea, HI 96763
  • Snorkel locations are chosen daily by the captain based on weather, swell, and local conditions
  • Wildlife sightings are likely but not guaranteed
  • Basic swimming ability is recommended; moderate physical fitness is advised
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  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Alcohol is served only after snorkeling; buyers must be 21 or older and show valid photo ID
  • Call at booking for vegetarian, gluten-free, or other dietary needs
  • Seating is first come, first served
  • The tour operates in most weather conditions; dress appropriately
  • Manual wheelchairs up to 28 inches wide are allowed; motorized wheelchairs and electric scooters cannot be accommodated
  • Wheelchair boarding is subject to an approximate 280-pound personal weight limit due to ramp and crew-assistance constraints
  • Infants and small children can ride in a stroller; service animals are allowed
  • Bring cash if you wish to tip the crew

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts 330 minutes, or 5 hours and 30 minutes.

Where and when do I check in?

Check in at 6:45 AM at Ma'alaea Harbor, 101 Ma'alaea Rd, slips 76–78. The boat departs promptly at 7:30 AM.

Which snorkel locations will we visit?

The tour visits Molokini Crater and Turtle Town. The captain selects locations based on the day's weather, swell, and local conditions.

Is snorkeling required?

No. You can use the slides, jumping platform, or glass-bottom viewing room instead. Basic swimming ability is recommended for snorkeling.

Are meals and drinks included?

Yes. Breakfast, lunch, snacks, coffee, tea, soda, and juice are included. Request vegetarian, gluten-free, or other special meals when booking.

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 4.64 on Viator and 4.58 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.

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  • 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 5.8.

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