West Maui Half Day Snorkel from Ka’anapali Beach

Overview

Available languages

English

4 hours

Mobile ticket

Your West Maui Snorkel adventure departs from Kaanapali Beach. Along the way keep your eyes open for Hawaiian spinner dolphins, bottle nose dolphins and during the winter months you can experience the humpback whales that migrate from Alaska to our Maui waters. The Captain will determine the best sites to visit that day based upon current water conditions. Once in the water, you will observe beautiful tropical fish, honu (Hawaiian green sea turtles), vibrant reef, and hopefully some other wildlife surprises. Then after our second location, back on board you will enjoy a buffet lunch and will be offered access to our premium beers, hand crafted cocktails and other libations as we take a leisurely cruise back to Ka’anapali Beach.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues as this vessel loads from the beach.

Non-swimmers will not be allowed to participate in any in-water activities.

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

Snorkeling along the West Coast of Maui with breakfast, lunch and an open bar included! Visit Maui's TOP snorkeling location from the convenience and comfort of our luxury catamaran. (Whale watching included from Dec 15th - April 15th!)

What‘s Included

eggs, rice, bacon and sausage

huli hulu chicken, pasta salad, green salad and rolls

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Alcoholic Beverages

4 hours of parking validation

Use of Snorkelling equipment

Professional guides

Soft drinks, juice, water, coffee

Gratuities

Hotel pick-up and drop off

Options

West Maui Half Day Snorkel from Ka’anapali Beach

Reviews

4.88

1,231 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1154

A Whaley Wonderful Time
Hannah P,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
As other reviewers have mentioned, the crew’s hospitality was first class. Each and every of them was exceptionally kind and attentive. We also had once-in-a-lifetime good fortune to see lots of whale activity on very calm waters and have the sun warming us up while snorkeling with the giant turtles. Couldn’t have been better excursion. I highly recommend.
Such a great tour! The...
Jenna L,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Such a great tour! The crew was fun, knowledgeable, and attentive. They made sure we saw some whales and had a nice spot for snorkeling. Totally recommend! It was a great way to spend a half day in Maui.
Friendly, attentive, and...
Dario S,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Friendly, attentive, and informative staff. Good food and drinks. Felt safe throughout the trip. Super fun.
Great crew that makes the whole trip extra wonderful
480jtom,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our favorite excursion of the trip. We loved it so much the first time around made it a point to do it again on our second trip to Maui. The crew is great- very experienced, engaging, positive and knowledgeable. They make the whole trip fun, comfortable and exciting. We saw lots of whales and went to a great snorkel site. Plus the food and drink are great. We will do it again next year and hope Captain Carrie is our Captain again. She and the crew were awesome.
Amazing Experience!
SohoSonnet,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had an awesome snorkeling and whale watching trip with Sea Maui and a great crew. We’ve done several whale watches before, but James gave the best and most informative whale talk we’ve ever heard, so interesting and engaging. The buffet-style food was a big plus with warm options (BBQ chicken pesto pasta salad, rolls, cookies) and lots of Caesar salad for me 😄. The drinks were flowing, and the bean bag chairs on the nets were super comfy. Another highlight was the music…. upbeat and playing the whole time, which made the experience more fun than other boats where the music is off for long stretches. We’ve taken Gemini and Trilogy before, but Sea Maui stood out for the food, seating, music, and James’s whale info. Highly recommend, we’d absolutely go again!
Wonderful 4 hour snorkeling trip. Will definitely do again.
Coastal791058,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fantastic. Captain Carrie, Ben, and James were so accommodating and knowledgeable. It made for a very memorable trip. The food was really good as well. The amount of time we spent snorkeling was great and it allowed for us to see a number of whales on our way back.
Awesome morning!
lorikT9067OJ,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great all gal crew for our trip! Friendly, helpful and chatty with patrons. Would recommend! Cant recommend enough. Snorkeling was fun, lunch and breakfast were tasty and drinks kept on being served! Saw many whales and multiple turtles as well as lots of fish and coral!
Magical Experience!
jenniferbW7693TR,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had the best experience, staff were helpful and very attentive to all on board. We saw whales, dolphins, turtles! I would highly recommend Sea Maui!
Didn’t get to go.
Bradley S,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00
Canceled the tour 10 minutes before we got there for mechanical issues. Can give a good review due to this, drove over an hour to do this tour.
Awesome trip!
colleenboyd5,,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Incredible views, great tour guides - Linda, our captain, was personable and knowledgeable. We saw whales on our way to and from the snorkel spot and our snorkel experience itself was magical. Beautiful water, colorful fish and a few turtles!