2024 Top 9 Best Molokini Snorkeling Tours
Dreaming of exploring the vibrant marine life and crystal-clear waters of Molokini Crater? Look no further! Embark on the best Molokini snorkeling tours and discover the underwater paradise that awaits. Whether you’re a seasoned snorkeler or a first-time diver, these experienced tour operators will guide you through this unforgettable experience. Witness the kaleidoscope of colorful fish, graceful manta rays, and playful sea turtles as you glide through the turquoise depths.
Your search for the best Molokini tours ends here. Choose from a variety of top-rated excursions, each tailored to suit your preferences and skill level. Set sail on a luxurious catamaran, enjoy a thrilling ride on a high-speed raft, or explore the hidden corners of the crater on a guided snorkeling adventure. Our best Molokini tours offer a range of amenities, including delicious meals, refreshing drinks, and top-of-the-line snorkeling gear.
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to experience the best Molokini Crater Snorkeling. Secure your spot today and create memories that will last a lifetime. Explore the links below to browse our selection of popular tours and embark on an underwater journey you’ll never forget. Your Molokini adventure starts now!

Highly recommend it for families looking for a fun and unforgettable adventure in Maui! ❤️🌊
They had inflatable slides, which I was SO excited to try. I waited patiently like a good student… didn’t slide at Turtle Town because I thought they’d inflate it again at Molokini. They didn’t. I’m still recovering emotionally, but it’s fine. I’m fine.
We didn’t expect breakfast, lunch, or unlimited drinks — my boyfriend booked it and conveniently forgot to mention that part — so that was a very happy surprise. The whole experience was comfortable, fun, and worth every minute. Also, shoutout to my Dramamine for keeping me classy.
Highly recommend this tour. They made our first Maui trip unforgettable.
My wife and I decided on this charter for our honeymoon and could not have been more happy with our decision!!!!
What stood out to me most with this was the crew. Captain Greg is most comparable to a modern day Jack Sparrow, and his crew (Walker, Dani, Sarah, and Emily) were so fantastic. You can tell they work together day after day and have become what is best described as family. They welcomed us aboard and showed us a fantastic time. They also shared with us the spots around Maui the locals visit and how to get the most out of your time on the island. Not only were we provided with a great dive, but also new friends.
I understand this may sound cheesy and sappy, but check my profile and you will see I almost never leave reviews. This experience was so fantastic I had to get on and do my part because it was such a fantastic experience. Thank you Captain Greg, Walker, Dani, Sarah, and Emily! If ever in Chicago you have two people who would buy a beer and return the favor!
Honestly, after seeing the other boats in the harbor, I wouldn’t choose any other company for this particular activity. We got a pretty good look at the groups on several of the other boats, and it really confirmed we made the right choice. You could actually see the difference in the atmosphere — our boat was full of laughter, excitement, and smiling faces, while many of the others looked much more serious or crowded. The crew created such a positive vibe that the whole experience felt more personal and memorable.
The adventure itself was incredible, and the staff did a great job balancing safety, fun, and entertainment the entire time. They kept everyone engaged, comfortable, and excited without ever making things feel rushed.
One recommendation: renting the wetsuit top was absolutely worth it. You’re already out there making memories, so you may as well be as comfortable as possible while doing it! We also decided to purchase some of the extras like the professional photos, T-shirts, and towels, and we’re really glad we did. Those little souvenirs are such a fun way to remember an awesome experience once the vacation is over.
Overall, this ended up being one of the highlights of our trip, and we’d absolutely recommend it to anyone looking for a fun, exciting, and genuinely happy adventure. 😊
Found reasonably priced parking right by the boat slip. The crew was GREAT. Sydnie got us checked in and onboard while Emily and Chayon got everyone outfitted with their gear. The wet suit tops they had for rent were life savers. Capt Greg, aka boat driver guy, had a great sense of humor but took the safety of his crew and guests seriously.
We hoped to go to Molokini crater but Mother Nature wasn’t haven’t it. Capt Greg and crew still got us on two different moorings despite the wind. The second one was protected from the wind and had a good number of turtles to watch as they swam around us while we snorkeled. We even got to see some whales on the way out and before heading back to the marina.
The Lani Kai is a nice size boat very comfortable and great swim platform astern. At the second stop, crew was able to deploy the inflatable slide which the kids and young at heart enjoyed.
I would definitely book again, even if it means getting up at O’dark thirty.

Highly recommend it for families looking for a fun and unforgettable adventure in Maui! ❤️🌊
They had inflatable slides, which I was SO excited to try. I waited patiently like a good student… didn’t slide at Turtle Town because I thought they’d inflate it again at Molokini. They didn’t. I’m still recovering emotionally, but it’s fine. I’m fine.
We didn’t expect breakfast, lunch, or unlimited drinks — my boyfriend booked it and conveniently forgot to mention that part — so that was a very happy surprise. The whole experience was comfortable, fun, and worth every minute. Also, shoutout to my Dramamine for keeping me classy.
Highly recommend this tour. They made our first Maui trip unforgettable.
My wife and I decided on this charter for our honeymoon and could not have been more happy with our decision!!!!
What stood out to me most with this was the crew. Captain Greg is most comparable to a modern day Jack Sparrow, and his crew (Walker, Dani, Sarah, and Emily) were so fantastic. You can tell they work together day after day and have become what is best described as family. They welcomed us aboard and showed us a fantastic time. They also shared with us the spots around Maui the locals visit and how to get the most out of your time on the island. Not only were we provided with a great dive, but also new friends.
I understand this may sound cheesy and sappy, but check my profile and you will see I almost never leave reviews. This experience was so fantastic I had to get on and do my part because it was such a fantastic experience. Thank you Captain Greg, Walker, Dani, Sarah, and Emily! If ever in Chicago you have two people who would buy a beer and return the favor!
Honestly, after seeing the other boats in the harbor, I wouldn’t choose any other company for this particular activity. We got a pretty good look at the groups on several of the other boats, and it really confirmed we made the right choice. You could actually see the difference in the atmosphere — our boat was full of laughter, excitement, and smiling faces, while many of the others looked much more serious or crowded. The crew created such a positive vibe that the whole experience felt more personal and memorable.
The adventure itself was incredible, and the staff did a great job balancing safety, fun, and entertainment the entire time. They kept everyone engaged, comfortable, and excited without ever making things feel rushed.
One recommendation: renting the wetsuit top was absolutely worth it. You’re already out there making memories, so you may as well be as comfortable as possible while doing it! We also decided to purchase some of the extras like the professional photos, T-shirts, and towels, and we’re really glad we did. Those little souvenirs are such a fun way to remember an awesome experience once the vacation is over.
Overall, this ended up being one of the highlights of our trip, and we’d absolutely recommend it to anyone looking for a fun, exciting, and genuinely happy adventure. 😊
Found reasonably priced parking right by the boat slip. The crew was GREAT. Sydnie got us checked in and onboard while Emily and Chayon got everyone outfitted with their gear. The wet suit tops they had for rent were life savers. Capt Greg, aka boat driver guy, had a great sense of humor but took the safety of his crew and guests seriously.
We hoped to go to Molokini crater but Mother Nature wasn’t haven’t it. Capt Greg and crew still got us on two different moorings despite the wind. The second one was protected from the wind and had a good number of turtles to watch as they swam around us while we snorkeled. We even got to see some whales on the way out and before heading back to the marina.
The Lani Kai is a nice size boat very comfortable and great swim platform astern. At the second stop, crew was able to deploy the inflatable slide which the kids and young at heart enjoyed.
I would definitely book again, even if it means getting up at O’dark thirty.
Everyone was knowledgeable, willing to answer any questions, and very accommodating. Learned lots of the local snorkel area and of the wildlife with any of the crew able to answer questions my kiddos had. Boat was clean, food was great (captain Dan sure can bbq!) and having such a friendly crew made the trip so enjoyable! Sailing back after the morning of snorkeling was also so relaxing! We’ve been on a few tours with Pac Whale and everyone we’ve done has been amazing!
We took the tour that went to the back side of Molokini, and the crew was fantastic—friendly, knowledgeable, and always willing to help. You could tell they genuinely cared about both the guests and the marine environment.
The snorkeling was amazing. We saw sea turtles and lots of fish, and some people on our trip even spotted what appeared to be a baby shark on the backside of Molokini.
One thing to know before you go: this boat didn't have much shade, so bring plenty of sunscreen, a hat, and anything else you need to stay comfortable in the sun. I believe the other boat have more shade.
The food was surprisingly good. The continental breakfast, especially the overnight oats parfait, was delicious. After the last stop at Turtle Town, the pulled pork sandwiches and hot dogs really hit the spot after a morning in the water.
Overall, this was a great experience from start to finish. Excellent crew, beautiful snorkeling locations, and well-organized operations. I would definitely recommend PacWhale Eco-Adventures to anyone visiting Maui and looking for a memorable snorkeling trip. 🌊🐢☀️
PacWhale goes above and beyond every time! The education they provide, the quality of service, and the quality of food and beverage are full tilt amazing!
I just love you all for what you do each and every adventure.
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Everyone was knowledgeable, willing to answer any questions, and very accommodating. Learned lots of the local snorkel area and of the wildlife with any of the crew able to answer questions my kiddos had. Boat was clean, food was great (captain Dan sure can bbq!) and having such a friendly crew made the trip so enjoyable! Sailing back after the morning of snorkeling was also so relaxing! We’ve been on a few tours with Pac Whale and everyone we’ve done has been amazing!
We took the tour that went to the back side of Molokini, and the crew was fantastic—friendly, knowledgeable, and always willing to help. You could tell they genuinely cared about both the guests and the marine environment.
The snorkeling was amazing. We saw sea turtles and lots of fish, and some people on our trip even spotted what appeared to be a baby shark on the backside of Molokini.
One thing to know before you go: this boat didn't have much shade, so bring plenty of sunscreen, a hat, and anything else you need to stay comfortable in the sun. I believe the other boat have more shade.
The food was surprisingly good. The continental breakfast, especially the overnight oats parfait, was delicious. After the last stop at Turtle Town, the pulled pork sandwiches and hot dogs really hit the spot after a morning in the water.
Overall, this was a great experience from start to finish. Excellent crew, beautiful snorkeling locations, and well-organized operations. I would definitely recommend PacWhale Eco-Adventures to anyone visiting Maui and looking for a memorable snorkeling trip. 🌊🐢☀️
PacWhale goes above and beyond every time! The education they provide, the quality of service, and the quality of food and beverage are full tilt amazing!
I just love you all for what you do each and every adventure.
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Everyone was knowledgeable, willing to answer any questions, and very accommodating. Learned lots of the local snorkel area and of the wildlife with any of the crew able to answer questions my kiddos had. Boat was clean, food was great (captain Dan sure can bbq!) and having such a friendly crew made the trip so enjoyable! Sailing back after the morning of snorkeling was also so relaxing! We’ve been on a few tours with Pac Whale and everyone we’ve done has been amazing!
We took the tour that went to the back side of Molokini, and the crew was fantastic—friendly, knowledgeable, and always willing to help. You could tell they genuinely cared about both the guests and the marine environment.
The snorkeling was amazing. We saw sea turtles and lots of fish, and some people on our trip even spotted what appeared to be a baby shark on the backside of Molokini.
One thing to know before you go: this boat didn't have much shade, so bring plenty of sunscreen, a hat, and anything else you need to stay comfortable in the sun. I believe the other boat have more shade.
The food was surprisingly good. The continental breakfast, especially the overnight oats parfait, was delicious. After the last stop at Turtle Town, the pulled pork sandwiches and hot dogs really hit the spot after a morning in the water.
Overall, this was a great experience from start to finish. Excellent crew, beautiful snorkeling locations, and well-organized operations. I would definitely recommend PacWhale Eco-Adventures to anyone visiting Maui and looking for a memorable snorkeling trip. 🌊🐢☀️
PacWhale goes above and beyond every time! The education they provide, the quality of service, and the quality of food and beverage are full tilt amazing!
I just love you all for what you do each and every adventure.
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The boat itself was comfortable and well-maintained, with plenty of space to relax between dives. The crew struck the perfect balance between being attentive and giving everyone room to enjoy the experience at their own pace. You could tell they genuinely cared about making sure every guest felt confident and taken care of.
What really stood out was how educational the trip was. The guides shared fun and educational insights about the marine life, dive sites, and local environment, making each stop a great experience. They were patient, approachable, and great at answering questions—perfect for both beginners and more experienced divers.
And of course, it was a lot of fun. The atmosphere on the boat was relaxed and welcoming, and the guided dives were unforgettable. We saw tons of turtles, coral, schools of fish, and lots of little critters and always felt supported by our guide Don and the crew.
If you’re looking for a safe, comfortable, and engaging diving experience in Maui that the whole family can enjoy, the Maui Diamond is a fantastic choice. We will be back next year to dive with them again.
That's the main word that describes this dive outfit. I have been diving for 37 years, I grew up in South Florida and have experienced so many dive companies all over the world. The Maui Diamond Sea Sports staff, equipment, boat and experience is world class. This week was our third year and 6th trip with the Maui Diamond. You get broken into small guided dive groups, provided with detailed dive briefings, as well as all kinds of snack and drinks including delicious homemade banana bread(with or without nuts, they think of everything). Did I mention the price is totally "market", very fair reasonable pricing compared to other dives. The boat is big and extremely comfortable, the staff will set your equipment up if you like and put your personals in a large waterproof bin under your setup, a clean working head, 2 ladders with hot water spray off after dives. Our guide took amazing professional looking photos and air dropped them to us after dives making my GoPro useless lol. If you come at the right time of year the dives are just like a whale watching tour, you see so many whales on the trip to the dive sites
. I will say though we did do the whale watching tour with Maui Diamond and we had done one previous from the same harbor and I could easily say Maui Diamond did a much better job. Two main reasons is the boat is so roomy and not cramped with people and once again the staff is world class, so knowledgable about the area and very funny while keeping that same first class professionalism.
If you want the best diving and whale watching, look no where else, I saw a lot of the other boats out on our dives. They don't come close to the level of the Maui Diamond and its staff.
See you next year Maui Diamond Team, Mahalo
The diving itself was incredible, and the boat was top of the line—spotless, well-maintained, and clearly cared for. The entire team was friendly, knowledgeable, and truly delivered top-notch service. You could tell right away that this is a highly professional operation that knows exactly what they’re doing.
We dove over two days, completing both boat dives and hitting four fantastic locations, including Lanai Cathedrals, Sharkfin Rock of Lanai, Mala Pier, and another great site based on conditions. Every dive felt thoughtfully planned and expertly executed.
The marine life was unreal. We saw whales, turtles, nudibranchs, rays, sharks, incredible coral formations, and fascinating underwater structures—plus an abundance of marine life on every single dive. The team clearly knows how to choose the best dive sites based on conditions to maximize the experience.
I’ve been diving all over the world for more than 20 years, and Maui Diamond ranks among the very best dive boats I’ve ever had the pleasure of diving with. Professional crew, excellent equipment, a great boat, and outstanding local knowledge.
If you’re diving in Maui, I highly recommend booking with Maui Dreams. You won’t be disappointed.
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When my dad started feeling nauseous, they were quick to help and made sure he was okay, which we really appreciated. They also took us around the beautiful coastline. The views and snorkeling were incredible.
I highly recommend Makena Coast Charters, especially Captain Matt and Lucy. It was definitely one of the highlights of our trip!
The crater was super clear today as the surf was a bit low( the early morning trip favors that condition) We even saw a big eel ! After leaving the crater we went along the back side of Molokini. Coming out along Makena and the seeing the very expensive homes Then we were fortunate today to visit Turtle town. We saw over a half a dozen turtles sleeping or floating around! What a treat! The swim back to the boat was an effort and a bit far for those who are not great swimmers. We had plenty of time at both locations in the water. After the swims we were given sandwiches, chips and a drink. Very filling
It was a perfect trip and totally recommend Makenna Mele excursions.
Tip: bring a GoPro.
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When my dad started feeling nauseous, they were quick to help and made sure he was okay, which we really appreciated. They also took us around the beautiful coastline. The views and snorkeling were incredible.
I highly recommend Makena Coast Charters, especially Captain Matt and Lucy. It was definitely one of the highlights of our trip!
The crater was super clear today as the surf was a bit low( the early morning trip favors that condition) We even saw a big eel ! After leaving the crater we went along the back side of Molokini. Coming out along Makena and the seeing the very expensive homes Then we were fortunate today to visit Turtle town. We saw over a half a dozen turtles sleeping or floating around! What a treat! The swim back to the boat was an effort and a bit far for those who are not great swimmers. We had plenty of time at both locations in the water. After the swims we were given sandwiches, chips and a drink. Very filling
It was a perfect trip and totally recommend Makenna Mele excursions.
Tip: bring a GoPro.
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Captain Brandon and the entire crew (Braxton, Megan, and Nate) were terrific. We got to do some sailing both on our way out and again coming back in, along with the snorkeling at Molokini. The conditions were perfect.
Each member of the crew was friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. They all seemed to really enjoy their work. Captain Brandon loved sharing his expertise about sailing. You could see the joy on his face.
Each member of the crew had both safety and fun in mind with everything they did. We had a great time!
Huge shoutout to Brendan, who was naturally funny and essentially gave my first-time-snorkeler wife a private tutorial. Megan also helped her out mid-ocean, which made the trip so memorable for both of us. Joe and Kent were awesome, too!
Note: Food is packaged, but they do cater to allergies. Incredible experience overall!
I have snorkeled many locations and have never seen ocean water clearer than it was at Molokini. The ability to see the color variations & fine details of the fish and coral, as if you are part of a picture being painted realtime, made snorkeling at this spot truly unique.
The storytelling throughout the sail made it even more memorable. Between the beautiful Maui sunset, the whales, and the amazing crew, it was one of those evenings we’ll never forget.
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Captain Kevin, Jess and James ( I forgot the other gentleman’s name) were amazing!
Taking care of everyone and very professional!
They were really nice to my little curious son who asked lots of questions.
Jess was specifically super nice!
Food and beverage quality was good too!
Thank you!
The Best Molokini Snorkeling Tours
Relish each moment of your Molokini snorkel tour! From the vibrant marine life to the crystal-clear waters, every experience is a treasure waiting to be discovered. We can’t wait to hear about your experience, so be sure to leave a review and share your favorite memories with fellow explorers! Enjoy your Molokini Snorkel Tour and don’t forget to check out other Maui activities to continue the fun! Mahalo!




