The 15 Best Molokini Crater Snorkel Tours

1.Maui Snorkeling Adventure to Molokini and Turtle Town

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,221 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $159Our pick

Leave Maalaea Harbor early aboard Malolo for Molokini Crater, a second stop at Turtle Town or Coral Gardens, and roughly 1 to 1.5 hours in the water. The crew provides gear, flotation aids, breakfast, lunch, safety help, and island history. Expect whale sightings in season, but wildlife and water clarity vary.

“Molokini was full of fish- no turtle sightings. Whales breaching on the way to the second stop. Turtle and whale sightings at the second stop. Finally got to swim with turtles- highlight of the trip. Staff were friendly and informative. Food was good. The pulled pork was very good. I would highly recommend this trip!”

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2.Maui Snorkeling Adventure From Ma’alaea Harbor to Molokini

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,997 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $185

Leave Ma’alaea Harbor at 7:30am aboard Calypso, Maui’s triple-decker power catamaran. Snorkel Molokini Crater and Turtle Town, with breakfast, lunch, gear, lifeguards, slides, showers, and a glass-bottom viewing room included. The crew may add whale watching when conditions and season allow.

“Food was good, crew was fantastic, the boat was beautiful and we saw a lot of playoffs because it was whale season. The snorkeling equipment was good. However, there was nothing to see snorkeling. Coral is pretty much all dead and covered with free masks some small fish and a turtle. I would’ve rated this trip as a five if there’d been anything to see at all while snorkeling. This isn’t the boat’s fault all of them would’ve had the same experience I’m sure. Just not a good place to go snorkeling I guess because there was lots of boats out there so they’re all going to the same place.”

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3.Maui South Coast and Molokini Crater Adventure from Kihei

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,575 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $232Top rated

Redline Rafting takes you from Kihei to Molokini Crater and Turtle Town on a fast, eco-friendly raft. Expect early-morning snorkeling, a rare look at Molokini’s back wall, cinnamon rolls, lunch, and a crew that may include guides such as Tony, Nick, Chase, or Kelly. The boat holds no more than 24 people.

“Amazing experience, saw a ton of cool fish and other wildlife on the tour. Our guides were entertaining and helpful, and the addition of complimentary food was also a plus.”

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4.Maui Snorkel Adventure: Molokini Crater and Turtle Cove

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,433 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $198

Set out from Maalaea Harbor at 8 a.m. aboard the Reef Explorer, a fast, stable raft limited to 35 people. Snorkel Molokini Crater, then search for Hawaiian green sea turtles at a smaller cove. Esteban, Jade, Cat, Brad, and Ryan are among the crew members praised for clear safety help and marine-life knowledge. Lunch, snacks, drinks, gear, and flotation are included.

“Cat and Esteban were true gems. We had so much fun while also learning a lot. They were helpful, joyous, funny, and so knowledgeable. We had a blast! Definitely a highlight of the trip!”

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5.Molokini and Turtle Town Snorkeling aboard Pride of Maui

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,124 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $203

Set out from Maalaea Harbor aboard Pride of Maui for two snorkel stops, usually Molokini Crater and Turtle Town. You get gear, breakfast, hot lunch, drinks, and an open bar after snorkeling. Crew members, including experienced captains such as Pat, Jason, Matt, and Justin, focus on clear safety guidance and helping first-time snorkelers feel at ease.

“The crew did an amazing job! Enjoyable trip, everything organized but not fussy. Food was great, choice of beverages was good too. Saw whales while going out to Molokini and on the way back to the harbor. Not many fish at Molokini, but visibility was excellent. Would def recommend!!”

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6.Molokini & Turtle Town Snorkeling Tour with Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 838 reviews · 5h 30m · from $159

Cruise from Maalaea Harbor to Molokini and Maluaka Beach, known as Turtle Town. You’ll get breakfast, lunch, snorkel gear, flotation aids, freshwater showers, and in-water lifeguards. Crew members such as Captain Steve have been praised for clear instruction and a friendly approach, while whale sightings may add a bonus on the boat ride.

“The crew was so efficient. We got to molokini fast and had so much time to enjoy.”

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7.Four Winds Molokini Snorkeling Tour from Maalaea Harbor

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 821 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $202

Set out from Maalaea Harbor at 7 a.m. aboard the 55-foot Four Winds III for about five hours of snorkeling at Molokini Crater. You get breakfast, lunch, drinks, gear, instruction, and access to glass-bottom Sea Boards. The crew, including guides such as Pete and Dane, helps first-timers feel at ease. SNUBA and photos cost extra.

“Probably the best excursion we have ever taken as a family, and we travel a lot all over the world! Booked this particular company/tour because I had read an article about it being family friendly. It was a beautiful new boat, not packed like some of the other tours departing by us, ample well-trained staff who were friendly and authentic—this did not feel touristy at all! We are staying at the Ritz-Carleton in Kapalua and the service level was equivalent to that! Wow!!! Amazing food and beverage — we weren’t even expecting to eat the food—it was grilled and catered beautiful items we all liked. Fountain soda beverages (and adult…”

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8.2-Hour Molokini Snorkel Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 816 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $143

Set out from Kihei with Redline Rafting for a brisk 15-minute ride to Molokini Crater. You get sanitized gear, a small group of up to 24 people, and more than an hour in clear water. Guides such as Tim, Josh, Danny, and Jake offer safety help and local insight. Choose 7am for calmer water or 9:30am for a warmer start.

“Look no further, book with this company! Everything was perfect… All of the equipment was good quality, knowledgeable and friendly captains, amazing snorkeling experience (even saw mom and baby humpback whale on ride out). A small amount of people allowed on their boat is a plus!”

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9.Molokini and Turtle Arches Snorkeling Trip from Ma’alaea Harbor

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 812 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $209

Board a 54-foot catamaran at Maalaea Harbor for a five-hour Pacific Whale Foundation cruise to Molokini and Turtle Arches. You get fitted snorkel gear, breakfast, a barbecue lunch, reef lessons, and a guided fish tour. Sea turtles, whales, dolphins, and clear water are possible, but conditions decide what you see.

“Molokini was exactly as advertised, the crew of the boat made it a memorable experience . Having two snorkeling stops is a great experience”

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10.Molokini Crater and Turtle Town Snorkeling From Kihei

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 765 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $179

Meet in Kihei at 7 a.m. for a three-hour Makena Coast Charters trip to Molokini Crater and Turtle Town. The small boat carries up to 19 people, with snorkel gear, flotation devices, fruit juice, snacks, water, and sandwiches included. Crew members such as Matt, Lucia, Alex, and Sarah help with gear and safety.

“This is a great tour, saw molokini and had a plenty of time with turtles.. it is worth the early wake up.”

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11.Molokini & Turtle Town Snorkel & Waterslide Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 693 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $196

Start early from Wailuku aboard the 53-foot Lani Kai II with Captain Greg or Captain Paul and a friendly crew. Snorkel Molokini Crater and Turtle Town, use the 20-foot waterslide, and enjoy breakfast, lunch, drinks, gear, and seasonal whale watching. The smaller boat keeps the outing personal, but you must manage ladders and deep water.

“We had a great experience. Captain and crew were very friendly and fun. They were engaging with all on board.”

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12.Snorkel to Coral Gardens or Molokini Crater

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 689 reviews · 3 hours · from $89Best value

Spend a laid-back afternoon aboard the Malolo catamaran, sailing from Maalaea Harbor to Molokini Crater or Coral Gardens. Your captain picks the site according to ocean conditions. Snorkel with tropical fish, watch for turtles and rays, and enjoy gear, flotation devices, hot dogs, drinks, and friendly help from crew members such as Ashley, Erika, SeaBass, and Captain Kiwi.

“This was a great little trip! The staff were so helpful and knowledgeable. It was my first time snorkeling and they were very informative and ensured everyone was geared up properly. Overall would definitely recommend!”

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13.Maui Afternoon Snorkel Aboard Malolo to Molokini or Coral Gardens

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 519 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $89

Board the 55-foot Malolo catamaran in Maalaea for an afternoon snorkel at Molokini Crater or Coral Gardens. Your captain chooses the safer site according to wind and swell. The crew supplies gear, flotation aids, instruction, lunch, and drinks. Expect about three hours on the water, with whale sightings possible from December through April.

“Then snorkeling was at a great spot. We saw a lot of fish, turtles and a lot of whales. We had so much fun. The crew was very friendly. Highly recommend them.”

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14.Molokini and Turtles Luxury Yacht Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 477 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $263

Spend about five hours aboard Pride of Maui’s air-conditioned luxury catamaran with Captain Justin and crew. Snorkel at Molokini Crater and Turtle Town when conditions allow, then enjoy breakfast, an onboard barbecue lunch, warm showers, and an open bar. The boat carries up to 40 people and welcomes ages 8 and older.

“It was the best tour we have ever been on. The boat was clean and neat. Food was great and drinks were good too. We had about 40 people in our group. It was not over crowed . Nice new gear for snorkeling. I would highly recommend this to anyone traveling to Maui.”

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15.Eco-Friendly Molokini & Turtle Town Tour with Meals

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 464 reviews · 5 hours · from $199

Cruise from Maʻalaea Harbor to Molokini and Turtle Arches with Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists. You’ll get snorkel instruction, optical masks for eyeglass wearers, flotation gear, breakfast, a grilled lunch, and a chance to spot turtles, reef fish, eels, and octopus.

“Loved it! Captain Dan and Bri and the team were superb. Knowledgeable, friendly, accessible and very chill. It exceeded our expectations, Highly recommended!”

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