Maui Magic Snorkel

(833 reviews)

Fabulous charter on Boston Whaler 350 Realm. Boat was modern and extremely well maintained and…read moreperfect set up for day trip snorkeling, fishing and/or sightseeing. Captain and first mate couldn't have been nicer, and were very professional and accommodating. Heartily recommend.

Out family had a great experience with Ali Nui Sailing Charters! Bre and Alec were amazing to us…read more We learned so much about Maui and the waters around the island. Thanks for a 5 star experience and a family memory we will always have.

If you can snorkel, you can Huka dive!

A toast to love aboard our beautiful luxury catamaran, watching another glorious Maui sunset.

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Whale season is here!

Trilogy Excursions

(2.4k reviews)

12.4 mi

What an adventure! We couldn't be happier with our experience on Trilogy IV. Captain Zech, Kanani &…read moreKenzie were just fun to talk with and took phenomenal care of us. I would 100% recommend taking this trip while you are in Maui. It is an experience you will never forget. We started to trip with cinnamon rolls and they provided really great gluten free muffin for me. Then made sure to always provide GF food options for me throughout the day. Snorkeling was fun and accessible because they had prescription masks available, which is a must if you cannot/do not wear contacts and want actually see the ocean life. We had a plenty of time to float and observe the fish. Lunch was delish and they prepared some tasty gluten free noodles JUST for me. On the way back, one of our daughters helped hoist the sail and we were able to catch the wind of a bit. We also had the good fortune of observing a pod of Hawaiian spinner dolphins on the way to and back from Lana'i. Book this trip! It is SO worth it!!!

Wow! What an incredible experience with the Trilogy team! Captain Carrie and her crew of Kevin, Bex…read moreand Morgan went above and beyond during our snorkeling trip! We started off the morning with homemade cinnamon roles and POG juice - so delicious! We went snorkeling at Honolua Bay and it was absolutely incredible. We saw beautiful coral, colorful fish and even sea turtles!! I had to squeeze my husband's hand because it was so magical!! After snorkeling, we ate lunch consisting of teriyaki chicken, rice, and salad! We were stuffed and the crew came around asking if anyone wanted seconds. On our sail home, we got the special 4th of July drink (since it was 4th of July, of course) which was a twist on their margarita. We had 2 glasses and then they served ice cream for dessert. Overall it was an incredible experience and I would recommend them to anyone staying in Maui! Our crew was super friendly, knowledge and made sure we got everything we needed. Thank you Trilogy team for making our snorkeling experience unforgettable!!

MY EPIC WIFE VIBING DURING SUNRISE!!!

Whale watching

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Our little captain.

Four Winds Molokini Maui Snorkel Tour

4.6

(803 reviews)

Locally owned & operated

Kid friendly

My friend is going to be leaving the islands after 25 years. He also wanted to visit my family on…read moreMaui. I thought I would make his departure very special with a Molokini snorkel trip. We could not have been more lucky. I called to make sure there was vegan options for food and also the person that I spoke with made it easy to purchase 4 tickets for my father and stepmother as well as for my friend and I. We arrived early and found parking. There is also easy parking on the pier for a dollar an hour. I booked these tickets about a month in advance. Why I say we were very fortunate is because the weather although cloudy on the way to Molokai cleared up twice while we were in the water. The breakfast was fresh there was croissants small corn muffins and fresh fruit as well as deviled eggs. My parents enjoyed the devil eggs tremendously. The croissants were very fresh tasting. There were plenty of fish to snorkel and see. The crew was spectacular the captain pointed out different formations and shared interesting history 2 and from the island. What made the trip spectacular was the incredible amount of whales we saw. At 1 point the captain cut the engine because whales played around our boat going underneath several times. It was a trip of a lifetime.

They hide the fact that you have a 50% chance of not going to the crater…read more... I am writing this review while on the boat because instead of going to the crater, they took us to a spot easily accessible from the road with little fish/diversity. Snorkeling off the beach from our hotel has much more fish and diversity than the spot they took us to. Waste of money and more importantly precious vacation time as you might be stuck at an awful spot for 5 hours. The day is not particularly windy either so I suspect it was due to the amount of children on the boat is why they neglected to deliver on going to the crater and instead went somewhere utterly useless.

Snuba, no experience necessary. Allows you to float at any level using air just like the pros who dive. Lots of fun, be sure to try it!

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Sea Maui

4.8

(1.1k reviews)

14.8 mi

We've sailed with Sea Maui 8 or 9 times on their Sunset Dinner, Sunset Cocktail and Whale watching…read morecruises. For us, we prefer the Sunset Cocktail cruise as it's the perfect amount of food and drinks. This last trip, we took the whole family for the express snorkel trip. It's a shorter trip, which worked perfectly for the younger kids and didn't tie up a big amount of island time. Captain Nick and his crew was all about making sure all had a great time while keeping safety at the top of mind. They guaranteed we'd see turtles... we did! Immediately. I accused them of being remote controlled because they were there right on cue! I'm not a big snorkel guy, but I had a blast. We'll keep returning to Sea Maui. Greatest crew on Maui !!

On our vacation to Maui last week, we took trips out to the sea with Sea Maui twice. Our first trip…read moreout was an adults-only family excursion while the kids hung out with their grandma and auntie. The catamaran was pretty sweet, with some really comfy bean bags overlooking the edge out to the ocean. While we did occasionally get splashed in this area, it was worth the unobstructed view of the sunset and the breeze in my hair. The crew was especially sweet and treated all of us like absolute royalty. A note to those who are prone to motion sickness: do not try to be brave and only wear sea bands thinking you'll be okay. Take your Dramamine an hour before you board the catamaran. While the first half of our dinner cruise was fine with my motion sickness, the second half of the trip left me feeling really queasy around dinner service time. This made me very sad. This was no fault of the crew, and 100% my fault for thinking I could tough it out. If you are ill-prepared, the crew has ginger ale, club soda and ginger chews to help. Speaking of dinner, the few bites I was able to eat on our first trip were fantastic: a full dinner buffet prepared by Cafe Jai. The salmon was perfectly tender, as was the short rib. The caesar salad was just the right amount of tangy (and the extra dressing was really great on the salmon as well.) I'm not sure what kind of sauce was on the crispy seasoned potatoes but they were absolutely delightful. And of course, the crown on top of a delicious meal was the mini brownie cup we were served for dessert before we wrapped up the trip. Our second trip (where I was prepared with some Dramamine) was a memorial for our grandparents, where we released their cremains at sea with eco-urns. I must say that the crew handled everything wonderfully. We had the full bar, another beautiful buffet spread including some delicious crispy chicken, a pesto pasta salad, pulled beef sliders, and rolls. After we said our emotional goodbyes, we were given rose petals to release into the ocean. We even received certificates after the trip that gave us the coordinates of where my grandparents cremains were released. I seriously cannot thank Sea Maui enough for giving my family a truly memorable experience on our trip to Maui. They made our trip so special. A million thanks for the kindness!

Perfect moment with my teenage son!

Mai tai time

Whale tail

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Maui Reef Adventures

(285 reviews)

Such a great crew and fantastic experience here with this group!! I feel grateful that small tours…read morelike this one are offered. Truly the exact experience we were looking for! Choose this company if you're wanting the experience to be focused on the activity of snorkeling ~ but if you want a more loungey / relaxing on the boat kinda vibe this may not be for you. Its a smaller boat, so you're gonna go fast and get wet!! Big shout out to the amazing team that took us out on 7/12 !!! Seriously such a solid crew and our thanks goes out to you guys again many laughs, knowledge shared, and felt comfortable and cared for the entire time. Thank you so much

We booked a whale watching activity at 1pm. There was probable about 10 people in the boat (small…read moregroup, which I like better). The captain and naturalist were nice, friendly and knowledgeable. We saw a lot of whales, sea turte, and we also heard the whales sing! The captain has a hyrophone and that's when we heard the whales sing. Towards the end of our tour, I heard the whale sounds with just my ear and without the hydrophone. It was a really cool and memorable experience. I highly recommend Maui Reef Adventure.

Beautiful and close to our boat. This company respected the ocean and its guests

Whale splashing

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Near Molokini Crater

Sail Maui- Maalaea

4.8

(321 reviews)

We had such an amazing cruise with Brandon, Jantien, and Kins! Super friendly crew and the whales…read moreput on an amazing show ... a triple breach right in front of the boat! Thanks for a fabulous ride!

Would 100% recommend Sail Maui for the Molikini snorkeling trip. The crew were probably the best…read morewe've ever had and we've done several sailing/snorkeling trips over the years. They were of course knowledgeable but they were also very service oriented, continuously asking us and the other guests if we needed anything, offering to bring us drinks, talking our trash etc. they were also very friendly and we had some good conversations with them. The trip started with delicious breakfast croissants and cinnamon rolls, the snorkeling was great at molikini, my kids and husband enjoyed jumping off the side of the boat while there as well, the lunch afterwards was plentiful with so many delicious options, we all loved sitting on the net/trampoline on the way back, and getting a little sailing in. We just really had an awesome day at sea. We'd definitely book with them again on our next trip!

Captain Brandon, McKenzie and Joe!

Paragon

A Happy Crew

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Pride of Maui

Locally owned & operated

Staff were excellent! The ride was smooth. I have been on their snorkeling numerous times and I was…read moreimpressed every time. I went on the sunset dinner cruise this time and it was also amazing!

While on our Babymoon, I booked a reservation for my husband and I to go snorkeling on the Pride of…read moreMaui. I chose this particular tour because it was a smaller group size and I did not want to feel crowded or overwhelmed on a boat with strangers. It was the perfect amount of people, and my husband and I ended up chatting with most of the other passengers, having lots in common. Our captain was Caiden, who was extremely kind, informative, and entertaining. We also had crewmates Sienna, Diego, and Jim looking out for us and making sure that we were comfortable and had all of our wants and needs met. I felt completely safe and comfortable the entire trip and I appreciated having a certified lifeguard on boat with us. The snorkeling experience was phenomenal and being pregnant, it made me feel so calm and relaxed. I appreciated learning the history of the two various locations we snorkeled at and the opportunity to see a sea turtle. The ship itself was pristine, and the restrooms were some of the cleanest I have ever experienced on a boat. The breakfast and lunch that they served us was tasty, and the macadamia nut cookies at the end were the perfect sweet treat. I appreciated that they were able to offer me mocktails since I cannot drink at this time, and those were tasty as well. This experience was worth every penny and I would definitely come back and do it again.

Starboard side of the Pride of Maui

Guests jumping into the water to snorkel

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Guest enjoys Maui SNUBA diving, one of the most incredible ocean activities

Hawaii Nautical - Maalaea

4.5

(8 reviews)

Spencer and Sam made our engagement absolutely unforgettable. What I didn't realize at the time was…read morethat they had been secretly coordinating with my now fiancé to create such a magical, perfectly planned experience. Every detail felt so thoughtful and special. They not only guided us to the most beautiful spots, but also took amazing photos and made sure we fully enjoyed every moment. Their energy, professionalism, and genuine excitement for us made the whole experience even better. If you're in Maui, I cannot recommend booking with them enough. And if you can request a captain; definitely ask for Spencer and Sam. They're the best.

I booked a snorkeling tour for one person in March 2026. Both my booking confirmation through…read moreGetYourGuide and the confirmation from Hawaii Nautical clearly reflected that the reservation was for one guest. The evening before my tour, I called to confirm everything. During that call, the representative noticed what appeared to be a duplicate reservation and assured me she would cancel the duplicate booking. She also recommended that I contact GetYourGuide to verify I would not be double charged. GetYourGuide confirmed that my reservation had always been for only one person and that I had only been charged once. Despite this, approximately two hours before my scheduled departure, I received a call informing me that my tour was being canceled because there were not enough passengers. I even offered to purchase a second seat so the tour could proceed, but that offer was declined. What is most frustrating is not simply that the tour was canceled, but that this issue could have been communicated much earlier. If the company knew they were unlikely to meet their minimum passenger requirement, there was no reason to wait until two hours before departure. By that point, I had already arranged transportation, incurred cancellation fees on my ride, and lost the opportunity to book another snorkeling excursion during my vacation. Yes, I was refunded, but a refund is the bare minimum when a company cancels a service for reasons entirely within its control. The last-minute cancellation created unnecessary inconvenience and wasted valuable vacation time. If you're booking with Hawaii Nautical, especially as a solo traveler, be aware that your reservation may be canceled at the last minute if they don't have enough passengers. I would have appreciated more transparency and significantly more notice.

Off we go ! Good tunes and a sunny day

Snorkeling near turtles

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Calypso Charters

4.5

(407 reviews)

I can't recommend the Molokini & Turtle Town Snorkel Adventure aboard the Calypso enough! From the…read moremoment we stepped onboard until we returned to the harbor, everything was incredibly organized. The crew worked together like a well-oiled machine and made the entire experience seamless. A quick tip before you arrive: parking is $7, and you absolutely need to pay it. There were tow trucks literally sitting in the parking lot waiting for people who didn't pay. It definitely wasn't worth risking getting your rental car towed over $7! The food was surprisingly good! Breakfast included pastries, fresh fruit, muffins, a coffee bar, delicious juices, and water. They also served healthy snacks after snorkeling with fresh cucumbers, sliced bell peppers, carrots, broccoli, and hummus. Lunch was a choice of pulled pork sandwiches or deli sandwiches with chips, sodas, and other drinks. After snorkeling, alcoholic beverages were available for purchase as well. The boat itself was fantastic, with three bathrooms, two water slides, a jumping platform off the second deck, and even reef-safe sunscreen provided for everyone. The snorkeling was absolutely incredible! The coral was beautiful, and there was so much marine life. We saw countless tropical fish, two octopuses, a squid, needlefish, and more sea turtles than we could count. It truly felt like swimming in an aquarium. A special shoutout goes to Corine, who was the absolute highlight of our trip. Unfortunately, several people became seasick during the ride, and she cared for every single one of them with such kindness and compassion--bringing water, Dramamine, napkins, and constantly checking on them. She never seemed bothered and genuinely made those guests feel cared for. She was amazing! One tip: if you're prone to motion sickness, take Dramamine before the trip. We did see quite a few people getting sick over the side of the boat because the ocean can be rough. This excursion exceeded all of our expectations. Great food, an amazing crew, a beautiful boat, and some of the best snorkeling we've ever experienced. 10/10--we would absolutely do it again!

This was a FANTASTIC experience! The ship was very comfortable, there were plenty of beverages and…read morefood, the team was professional and fun. We had a choppy day, so quite a few folks feeling green, but they handled it well and "Turtle Town" was much more peaceful. Seriously once in a lifetime experience and we loved the Calypso!

Waterslide aboard the Calypso Molokini Snorkeling Tour

Glass Bottom Viewing Room aboard the Calypso Molokini Snorkeling Tour.

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Platform Jump aboard the Calypso Molokini Snorkeling Tour

Quicksilver Charters

4.2

(427 reviews)

Aloha Don't miss this fabulous opportunity for this…read morefantastic trip If you come to Maui during whale season please don't miss it take the ride It's worth every penny If you get sea sick please take the meds. I only seen one person feel a little bit sick but it's not bad at all Aloha y to the max. Da Kine Best

We booked a Quicksilver Whaling tour for $49.00 a person using the Get your Guide App…read more Checked in on the day of. The quicksilver employee that was taking roll call was very friendly. After checking in with him, he guided us to go to for gate boarding. Walked to the gate and was greeted by another quicksilver employee for boarding. In the process of boarding we took a group picture. Entered the boat and took our seats in front of the boat. Not to long, we were on our way out to sea. It was always my bucket list to see whales. It did not dissapoint, I was seeing whales left, right and back. Our captain was friendly and gave facts about the whales. He did not make the 2hr tour boring. Aside from whale watching, the employees were asking us if we wanted drinks. So we ordered a few adult beverages to keep us warm and enthusiastic on seeing whales. Overall, the best $49 spent. Whales are beautiful creatures. This was an eye opener for me. Educational experience. I would definitely do this again if given an opportunity. Keep in mind, when you take a whale tour you may not be as close to the whales. Some were .2 to .5 miles away. The whales drift and fast to move. Dont expect a free willy experience. Lol Still awesome to see island and its beauties. I highly recommend Kudos to the entire Quicksilver staff! Friendly and professional.

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Maui Ocean Sports

4.6

(154 reviews)

11.8 mi

Awesome 2 hour paddle off of Lahaina! Booking was easy via TripAdvisor - I did it two days before…read moreour excursion. There was parking across the street, and Maui Ocean Sports was easy to find in the back of the complex. The front desk guy and our guide, Luke, were super friendly. Our group of 4 and the other group of 3 in our time slot had all kayaked before, so we got minimal instruction. We saw so many turtles on our paddle out! It was beautiful on the water and we had the best time! They provide water and you can borrow a dry bag if you don't have one, and leave stuff in a cabinet - we left towels and a change of clothes (restroom on the property and place to rinse right off the beach).

An easy check in and good instructions from our tour operator, Paul. Very informative and helpful…read morefor the 2 hour paddle with an option to snorkel during the paddle session. Dry bags are provided for your belongings as well as water and snacks for the activity. The fun part was learning how to catch a wave for some kayak surfing. Good low key activity, and great workout for your shoulders, arms and core.

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Ryan our guide.

Pacific Jet Sports

4.3

(288 reviews)

14.8 mi

I've done several catamaran cruises in Maui and wanted to try something different. Jet Ski Maui was…read morethe perfect choice. As a first-time jet skier, the staff made everything easy and fun. The short boat ride to Jet Ski Island was quick, the 45 minutes on the water flew by, and the photos turned out great. The weather was a little rainy and overcast, but I actually appreciated the break from the Maui sun after getting a bit too much of it the day before. There are cubbies available on Jet Ski Island, so feel free to bring along anything you'd like easy access to during your visit. Also, don't forget to bring a credit card, as one is required to be kept on file for the rental.

amazing experience, I would recommend going earlier on when it's more choppy!! so much fun with the…read morewaves !! amazing crew, super helpful

Grandkids having a blast

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Makena Beach

(25 reviews)

11.9 mi

Absolutely beautiful beach with soft cushiony sand made out of broken sea shells. The water…read moremovement was too strong when we visited, so we didn't attempt to swim, but it was still worthwhile visiting to check out this beautiful spot. Note that this is a state park, so parking is paid, plus there is a per-person fee to pay upon entry. Cash not accepted, have to use a smart phone to pay, which would be a challenge if you've got no reception.

Makena Beach is truly a beautiful hidden gem. It's a bit more isolated compared to other beaches,…read morebut that's part of what makes it so special. The sand is incredibly soft and smooth, making it perfect for relaxing or long beach walks. There are quite a few birds around, and they aren't afraid of humans, which adds to the charm and makes the experience feel more connected to nature. The views are absolutely spectacular, with stunning scenery that makes the trip more than worth it. Parking is available but does require a fee of about $16, so keep that in mind when planning your visit. The beach can get windy, and there may be sporadic rain, so it's best to plan ahead and check the weather. Overall I'd love to come back to visit again!

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Oneuli Beach

4.2

(21 reviews)

11.3 mi

Found a black sand beach without needing reservations and driving 2 hours away from Grand Wailea…read more Few people around, fantastic snorkeling spot with fish everywhere (saw 2 snorkel boats nearby), tide pools and spotted a turtle close to shore. We even got to swim with the turtle up close for a bit, of course no touching. The shore is very rocky, so be sure to wear water shoes. While the sand is quite soft, we had a nicer time bringing chairs with us. Don't bother bringing a body board as it was way too rocky for that. For snorkelers, I recommend the south end of the beach by the rock wall. As soon as we got in, we saw fish everywhere to the left. If you go around the rock formations, that's where the tour boats took us last time we snorkeled with Redline Rafting, and we actually spotted them there again. So it's a great spot for snorkeling, although a bit more challenging with a rocky shore entry but just be careful, go slow and should be fine. I did it with my 9 year old and we had a great time. Definitely watch where you step because there are sea urchins the further out you go. It's quite a remote spot with no bathrooms or showers. Be sure to use the bathroom before you go, or the ocean is your bathroom as they say. The turnoff is a dirt road, a bit bumpy, but if you go slow you'll be fine. Although the lot is small, we found parking easily at 9:30am. We're happy we found this hidden gem away from the crowds, saw black sand, saw lots of fish and got to swim with a turtle!

Beautiful beach in Makenna. I love that i'm able to enjoy a black sand beach without driving 2hrs…read moreto Hana. Its never packed which is great for an uninterrupted view and the water isn't too deep so its great for people that are uncomfortable swimming in open water. I do recommend water shoes since there are rocks in the water.

Fine black sand with hardly anyone around

You can see Molokini crater to the right!

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Beautiful

Hike Maui

Meh. something to kill a few hours. Less of a "hike" and more of a nature walk in a little roadside…read morepark. The guide will point out various flowers and seeds, such. No wildlife to be seen. Pretty flowers here and there. Our guide (Grayson) was excellen, as he was knowledgeable and fun. Another guide (tall guy) from another group-same company jump my ass for looking at his group's "supplies." $140 per person to get snapped at? Yeah...sure. I'd pass on this in the futur. D. Tauber,

The trip to Twin Falls was exactly what we'd hoped for. It was a nice balance of physical…read moreactivity, learning and fun! Mick created a relaxed atmosphere forging some bonds and fun between other people in our group!! He provided general information on Hawaiian history, tips about local towns we passed through, specific info on animals & plant species encountered during our hike including a chance to safely try some fruits & flowers, and safely navigate the rain forest inclusive of some cliff jumps!! Mick took the time and care to learn everyone's names and show interest in each family. I would highly recommend this trip with Hike Maui. It is a top experience to compliment the beach scene! They also offer a custom pickup at your hotel which is a nice touch. And be sure to ask for Mick!!

Expert guides share edible treasures from the trail.

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Pride of Maui

Locally owned & operated