Molokini & Turtle Reef Morning Snorkel
From Maalaea Harbor
Swim in a Submerged Volcanic Caldera
Once you have been, it is easy to understand why snorkeling Molokini has become the number one snorkeling destination in the Hawaiian Islands. Molokini offers exceptionally clear water with visibility reliably in excess of 100 feet. Molokini snorkeling is truly a unique experience, as there are only three submerged volcanic calderas, including Molokini Crater, in the entire world. In this offshore marine sanctuary, sparkling waters are just the beginning of an experience you will not soon forget.
Molokini & Turtle Reef Snorkel Adventure Details
Highlights
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2 Tour Sites (2 Tours 1 Price!)
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Glass-bottom viewing below deck
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Large main cabin and covered upper decks
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3 restrooms on board
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Snorkeling Instruction from Professional, experienced, friendly, safety-conscious captain and crew
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Historical and informative narration
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Quality snorkel gear and custom fit sizes
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Optional underwater digital camera and wetsuit rentals
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Flotation devices with underwater viewing portals
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Easy access stairs in and out of the water
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2 exhilarating water slides
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Upper deck jumping off point
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Multiple freshwater showers
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Fun Jimmy Buffet music throughout the day!
Price, Time & Availability
5-Hour Morning Molokini Snorkel With Meals On Calypso From Maalaea Harbor
| Adult(13yrs+) | $199.95 |
| Child(4-12yrs) | $139.95 |
| Infant(0-2yrs,per paying adult) | FREE |
| Additional kids3 & under | $89.95 |
Maalaea Harbor Public Loading Dock
- Departs: 7:30am – Returns: 1:00pm | Check in: Ma’alaea Harbor-Slip 80
Boarding/Check-in: 6:45 am
What To Bring
- Towels
- Swimsuit
- Non-Aerosol Sunscreen (over-spray from aerosol makes boat decks slippery)
- Light Cover-Up or Light Jacket
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Camera (make sure you’ve got lots of storage on your media card)
- Perhaps Some Extra Cash (should you want to rent a wetsuit or underwater camera, purchase a souvenir t-shirt, etc.)
- For very young children, we suggest that you might want to bring a swim vest that your child feels comfortable wearing.
- For those over 21 years of age, a PICTURE ID is required if you would like to be served alcoholic beverages from the bar.
If you have your own snorkel gear, and feel more comfortable with it, you are welcome to bring it! However, we do provide sanitized, quality snorkel gear and flotation devices free of charge.
Underwater Camera rentals are available for purchase.
Special Instructions
- SAFETY FIRST: Your safety is important to us! Each of our crew members are Red Cross certified and excellent swimmers. While snorkeling, we make sure there is ample crew, both in and out of the water, for your assistance and safety. We also have a certified scuba diver in the water for those that SNUBA.
- WHALE WATCHING: From December 20th – April 20th, this trip additionally features outstanding humpback whale watching action!
Molokini & Turtle Reef Snorkel Adventure Features
Molokini Crater
With hundreds of species of fish and marine animals endemic (native) only to Hawaii, and coral combinations not found anywhere else in Hawaii, snorkeling Molokini is a rare opportunity to view marine life and coral formations not found anywhere else in the world. Molokini truly is one of the most unique snorkeling destinations in the world and this is a beautiful power catamaran. The crew will outfit you with snorkel gear to fit each type of guest and with continental breakfast and lunch this tour is a great value!
Turtle Town Reef
After an adventurous morning at Molokini we will head for the reef area known as “Turtle Town”. This reef is just offshore of Makena south of Wailea where small fish called rasps eat the algae that accumulates on turtle shells. This “cleaning station” is a prime place to see Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles and a shallow reef loaded with colorful fish and corals. After all that snorkeling a delicious barbecue lunch is served along with cocktails and beer as we head out to La Perouse Bay at the southernmost tip of Maui. This area is home to pods of spinner dolphins who often follow along with the boat. A fun game of “boat trivia” ensues on the way back to Maalaea Harbor, finishing an exciting day in Maui’s pristine underwater nature preserves!
The Hawaiian green sea turtles are a protected species, and it is unlawful to touch, chase, ride or harass them in any way. Swim calmly, and respect the green sea turtles in their natural environment.
Amenities
With 11 individual dive stairs leading you right to the water, this new power catamaran has all the top amenities for a fun filled day in the ocean! Two exciting water slides, a jumping platform on the top deck (for those dare devils), 4000 sq ft of comfortable seating on three separate decks, three bathrooms and two fresh water showers, this is one of Maui’s premier snorkel boats! The crew are advanced ocean explorers who will explain and outfit you with properly fitted snorkel gear and instructions to get you out in the water quickly and safely. There are also all kinds of floatation gear for those who wish to spend their time on the surface. Noodles, float belts, boogie boards and life vests of all sizes are available and for some, especially young children, they have kickboards with viewing windows!