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Maui: Molokini Crater and Turtle Town Snorkeling From Kihei

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Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

Enjoy our brand new "2025 Model" vessel. Maui's newest raft boat. Comfortable seating and shade area for everyone.

Beat the crowds and tick off both Molokini Crater and Turtle Town on one easy 3‑hour cruise. We cast off at 7 a.m., when the water is glass‑calm and visibility can reach 150 ft—perfect for GoPro‑worthy shots of 250+ reef fish, 38 coral species, and the occasional manta ray or monk seal. Then hover beside green sea turtles at their famous cleaning stations.

• Small group—19 guests max on a roomy vessel

• Concierge crew fits your premium snorkel gear

• All gear, float belts, beverages, snacks & light lunch included

• Marine‑life briefing and strict “look‑don’t‑touch” ethics support reef conservation

Check in 6:30 a.m.; back at the dock around 10:00 a.m.—leaving the rest of your day free for Haleakalā or beach time. Book now to lock in Maui’s earliest, most uncrowded Molokini combo!

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

No children under 5 years old

Must be able to walk down the dock without assistance.

Non-swimmers are restricted to the boat

No pregnant woman

Guests must be able to climb a vertical boat ladder

Weight Limit 300 pounds maximum

Participants must be capable of moderate-to-advanced physical activity

No elderly or fragile people or those with back or neck problems.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

This unforgettable 3-hour excursion takes you to two of Maui's most treasured snorkeling locations – Molokini Crater and Turtle Town. Immerse yourself in the crystal-clear waters of Molokini Crater, home to over 250 fish species, including the colorful parrotfish, elusive moray eels, and graceful manta rays. Our knowledgeable crew will provide a safety briefing and assist with fitting your snorkeling gear, ensuring your comfort throughout the journey. Floatation devices are also available to enhance your swimming experience. Next stop, Turtle Town, where you'll encounter Hawaii's magnificent green sea turtles (Honu) alongside reef triggerfish, butterfly fish, octopus, and other captivating marine life. Every trip is unique, guaranteeing a one-of-a-kind adventure for you and your loved ones. Keep an eye out for the rare Hawaiian monk seals. On the way to your snorkeling spot, our crew prepares and adjusts your gear, making sure it fits correctly, and you are comfortable. We also offer floatation devices to enhance your swimming.

What‘s Included

Experienced and fun captain and crew

Refreshments: ice cold tropical juices and bottled water

Snacks and light sandwich (veggie option available)

Professionally fitted snorkel gear, masks, fins, flotation devices, and wetsuit tops

Gratuities for crew

Hotel pick-up and drop off

Sunscreen and towels

Options

Maui: Molokini Crater and Turtle Town Snorkeling From Kihei

Reviews

4.86

776 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Best snorkling boat, captain and company in Maui!

    Matt P,Mar 19, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Amazing! Excellent communication from right after the booking process to the end. Captain and co-captain were very knowledgable, safe and understanding to us beginners. One of the best experiences I have ever been part of. Both locations are beautiful and plenty of time to enjoy them. A+ all around. Thank you!

  • A Great Experience

    skyew920,Mar 15, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Had a lovely time snorkeling in Turtle Town with the turtles. And the water at the crater was so crystal clear it hardly felt real. Lots of beautiful fish. Didn’t manage to see any rays but maybe next time! Snacks and a sandwich were provided and we even managed a bit of whale watching on the way back. A great way to spend a morning.

  • Alex and Angela were...

    raena m,Mar 9, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Alex and Angela were great captains. They were educational on the ocean and could answer a lot of our questions. They had a great energy and we had an amazing time. The tour provided sandwiches, chips, juice, and water.

  • Great snorkeling trip

    Betty E,Mar 6, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Captain Matt and Lucia were excellent. The snorkeling was great; lots of turtles at turtle town and we swam with a school of fish.

  • Amazing experience !

    rpgologist,Mar 6, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Fantastic time with captain Matt and first mate Lucia. Boat - Makena Mele II. I think our group was about 15 people. Check in 6:30 am, starts at 7am. We came during whale season, so as a plus we saw a few , several times on the way to the two snorkel locations and back. First spot was turtle town. . Beautiful, we saw around 8 or so . They were not afraid of humans, in fact maybe they were intrigued. Color fish of course. Next went to the Molokai Crater. Waters were a little rough in comparison to turtle town. Extremely colorful fish, reef area was amazing. Best snorkeling experience compared to O'hau , Kauai, and St Lucia . We felt safe the entire time, makes sense since Matt declared he usually takes everyone back .(a joke). Worth the expense, and was happy to tip. Lucia said that people can come to snorkel at turtle town from the beach. (Behind turtle town are 4-8million condos ). Evidently the beach isn't private , so you could come back on your own. Mahalo my friends.

  • Awesome trip with Alex ...

    Ruth M,Feb 28, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Awesome trip with Alex and Sara. Beautiful day to snorkel and see lots of whales on the way and back!

  • Captain Matt and Lucia...

    Meredith F,Feb 17, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Captain Matt and Lucia were fabulous! So well organized that everything ran smoothly. Even the snacks were great!

  • Perfect way to spend a morning

    adventureman81,Feb 16, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Very efficient and worked with the weather (was a bit overcast, early) by doing a little whale watching first, and reversing the order of Turtletown vs Molokini. We had fantastic conditions at both, and minimal crowds. Another hit was Sarah's whale listening device. Unbelievable experience hear them so clearly!

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  • Highly recommend

    conniedH827AO,Feb 16, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    The snorkeling trip with Mākena Coast Charters in Maui was excellent. The crew was friendly and helpful and were invested in everyone having a great experience. Also, very punctual and safety conscious. Liked that the group was relatively small in numbers compared to some other companies.

  • Great tour with Captain Matt and Sara

    Imapepper79,Feb 15, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    This was a great tour with Sara and Matt. Great communication pre-trip. Very professional safety talk and instruction for good viewing and places to snorkel for best chance for seeing turtles. And it paid off! we saw a bunch of turtles! At one point there were four turtles swimming right with me! The Molokini crater was just so so with lots of boats and people in the area. We also saw several whales and dolphins during the trip!

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