Book our popular Molokini snorkeling tour and snorkel with the experts at Maui’s world-famous Molokini Crater, plus a second snorkel spot known for its Green sea turtles and underwater lava arches.
5 Hours
Morning
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The Molokini & Turtle Arches Snorkel leads you on an exciting exploration of Molokini reef and the unique marine wildlife that inhabits it.
Molokini, Maui’s iconic crescent-shaped islet, is a beautiful reef known for its crystal clear waters, abundant coral, colorful fish, and resting seabirds. A protected marine conservation area, this volcanic crater is only accessible by boat with a certified tour operator. Turtle Arches offers a bonus snorkel site with its underwater lava formations and frequent turtle sightings. Continental breakfast is included and a delicious BBQ lunch is prepared onboard. We provide all the snorkel gear, including sanitized masks and snorkels, fins and flotation devices. There’s even a “Learn to Snorkel” class for beginners!
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For safety reasons, the use of full-face masks is not permitted on our snorkel ecotours. We do provide high quality snorkel gear on board for all guests. Learn more.
Departs: Daily, Multiple departure times Duration: 5 hours (approx.) Check-in Time: 45 minutes prior to departure Check-in Location: Pacific Whale Foundation Ocean Store, Maʻalaea Harbor Shops, next to Maui Ocean Center. Click here to view our location on Google Maps.
Your Trip Includes
Certified Marine Naturalists on board every Molokini snorkel tour
Premium snorkel gear, including optical masks for eyeglass wearers
Flotation devices, snorkel instruction, fish i.d. class
Two snorkel sites: Molokini Crater and Turtle Arches
Use of our ocean mat (when conditions allow) for added fun, relaxation, and water safety or comfort while in the water.
Onboard Jr. Naturalist Program for kids
Reef Safe Sunscreen – 4 oz. sunscreen in a fully sustainable tube made from sugarcane available for $17 onboard.
Lunch grilled onboard: chicken breasts, vegan beyond burger, hot dogs, “local style” potato/mac salad, Asian edamame slaw with herb namasu dressing and chocolate chip cookies
Our vessels are CASHLESS for purchases. Only credit, debit or digital payment methods with a QR code will be accepted for on board purchases. Cash will graciously be accepted for gratuities only. Mahalo.
Refreshments: unlimited soda, juice, and filtered water, plus one complimentary alcoholic beverage. Enjoy vodka, gin, rum and beer crafted on island from Ocean Vodka and Maui Brewing Company. We also have wine and tequila available.
Please wear flat or low-soled shoes
Also Available
Affordable rentals of wetsuit shirts, underwater cameras, binoculars
Membership Benefits
Regular updates on PWF Research, Education and Conservation
Special Access to Industry Experts
Quarterly Member Spotlight
Exclusive Access to our Membership Portal
Invitation to Member Only Events
One of a Kind Member Merchandise
Priority boarding on PacWhale Eco-Adventures vessels
Molokini Crater Facts
Molokini Crater is about 150 feet deep with great clarity from the surface down to the ocean floor.
The crescent-shaped islet covers over 20 acres of land.
Marine biologists have observed over 250 different fish species in Molokini.
Molokini is also home to 38 unique coral species.
Molokini Snorkeling Safety
With its ultra-clear waters, Molokini Crater snorkeling is quite safe and kid-friendly.
Professional-grade snorkel masks, flotation devices, and instruction are provided for optimal safety.
All snorkeling around Molokini is done alongside Certified Marine Naturalists.
The boat ride to Molokini is safe for guests of all ages and roughly a 9.5-mile ride from our Ma’alaea location.
Our Molokini snorkeling tours prioritize reef safety as well. Guests will receive special safety instructions onboard and find reef-safe sunscreen available for purchase.
For safety reasons, the use of full-face masks is not permitted on our snorkel ecotours. We do provide high quality snorkel gear on board for all guests. Learn more.
What Is Your Cancellation Policy?
Normally, we accept cancellations 48 hours prior to the scheduled date of your trip. Due to the current health crisis, we will consider late cancellations related to the COVID-19 pandemic, i.e. quarantine, isolation or flu-like symptoms. As we do this in good faith, we deeply appreciate the earliest cancellation notice possible.
Pacific Whale Foundation advocates for the use of protective clothing and reef-safe sunscreen to help protect fragile coral reefs and to promote a healthy ocean environment. We support the statewide ban on sunscreens containing oxybenzone and octinoxate and, beginning November 2019, we are moving from encouragement to enforcement and instituting our own ban onboard PWF vessels of sunscreens containing: oxybenzone, octinoxate, avobenzone, avobenzine, homosalate, octisalate, octocrylene, and ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate in order to alleviate any additional stress on the coral reefs. When buying sunscreen, it is important to read the ingredient list, as the term “reef safe” is not regulated and can be used as a marketing device. Choose sunscreen that is non-nano zinc oxide based, like those found in our Ocean Store. Mahalo for helping us protect the ocean.
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Aloha, We Are Open! Our PacWhale Eco-Adventures are open for booking as we welcome visitors back to Maui. Quarantine restrictions were lifted on Oct. 15th for those following the state’s pre-arrival COVID-19 testing requirements.