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!

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 wasnāt havenāt 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 Oādark thirty.

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 wasnāt havenāt 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 Oādark thirty.
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.
Bring all your questions about the stars listed cause they ask and answer questions. Had pupus, drinks, soda, and stars. Bring a jacket it does cool down at night on the ocean.
Ask questions youāll learn a lot.
Most of the tour was very slow following a ācompetitionā pod of humpbacks blowing and showing fins and an occasional tail. Stopping mid water to lower an underwater microphone to ālisten inā on whale singing ā magical!
Especially appreciate that this tour company is run by a non-profit supporting whale research and protection! Ditto for an excellent gift shop/gathering place for the boat tours.
The staff was so friendly and supportive, but what really stood out was how knowledgeable they were. They didnāt just show us whales; they took the time to educate us about the humpbacks' lives and their environment. We genuinely learned so much while having a blast on the water.
They took great care of everyone on board and made sure the trip was both fun and meaningful. If youāre in Maui, this is a must-do!
All staff were very friendly and willing to help anyone, regardless of snorkelling ability, and also encouraged people who were quite frightened to have a go.
Our captain, Emily, was very helpful and thoughtful, keeping everyone informed and updating us on what was going on and how long we had in the water.
Breakfast was great. When we arrived, we had banana 🍌 bread, fruit, and croissants 🥐.
Plenty of coffee and drinks on board.
Lunch consisted of grilled chicken, beef, and veggie burgers, where you make your own burger with lettuce, tomato, and onion. They also had macaroni salad and coleslaw with edamame beans, plenty of different sauces and condiments to make your meal just the way you want.
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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.
Bring all your questions about the stars listed cause they ask and answer questions. Had pupus, drinks, soda, and stars. Bring a jacket it does cool down at night on the ocean.
Ask questions youāll learn a lot.
Most of the tour was very slow following a ācompetitionā pod of humpbacks blowing and showing fins and an occasional tail. Stopping mid water to lower an underwater microphone to ālisten inā on whale singing ā magical!
Especially appreciate that this tour company is run by a non-profit supporting whale research and protection! Ditto for an excellent gift shop/gathering place for the boat tours.
The staff was so friendly and supportive, but what really stood out was how knowledgeable they were. They didnāt just show us whales; they took the time to educate us about the humpbacks' lives and their environment. We genuinely learned so much while having a blast on the water.
They took great care of everyone on board and made sure the trip was both fun and meaningful. If youāre in Maui, this is a must-do!
All staff were very friendly and willing to help anyone, regardless of snorkelling ability, and also encouraged people who were quite frightened to have a go.
Our captain, Emily, was very helpful and thoughtful, keeping everyone informed and updating us on what was going on and how long we had in the water.
Breakfast was great. When we arrived, we had banana 🍌 bread, fruit, and croissants 🥐.
Plenty of coffee and drinks on board.
Lunch consisted of grilled chicken, beef, and veggie burgers, where you make your own burger with lettuce, tomato, and onion. They also had macaroni salad and coleslaw with edamame beans, plenty of different sauces and condiments to make your meal just the way you want.
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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.
Bring all your questions about the stars listed cause they ask and answer questions. Had pupus, drinks, soda, and stars. Bring a jacket it does cool down at night on the ocean.
Ask questions youāll learn a lot.
Most of the tour was very slow following a ācompetitionā pod of humpbacks blowing and showing fins and an occasional tail. Stopping mid water to lower an underwater microphone to ālisten inā on whale singing ā magical!
Especially appreciate that this tour company is run by a non-profit supporting whale research and protection! Ditto for an excellent gift shop/gathering place for the boat tours.
The staff was so friendly and supportive, but what really stood out was how knowledgeable they were. They didnāt just show us whales; they took the time to educate us about the humpbacks' lives and their environment. We genuinely learned so much while having a blast on the water.
They took great care of everyone on board and made sure the trip was both fun and meaningful. If youāre in Maui, this is a must-do!
All staff were very friendly and willing to help anyone, regardless of snorkelling ability, and also encouraged people who were quite frightened to have a go.
Our captain, Emily, was very helpful and thoughtful, keeping everyone informed and updating us on what was going on and how long we had in the water.
Breakfast was great. When we arrived, we had banana 🍌 bread, fruit, and croissants 🥐.
Plenty of coffee and drinks on board.
Lunch consisted of grilled chicken, beef, and veggie burgers, where you make your own burger with lettuce, tomato, and onion. They also had macaroni salad and coleslaw with edamame beans, plenty of different sauces and condiments to make your meal just the way you want.
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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 questionsāperfect 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 youāre 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 lineāspotless, 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 theyāre 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 structuresāplus 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.
Iāve been diving all over the world for more than 20 years, and Maui Diamond ranks among the very best dive boats Iāve ever had the pleasure of diving with. Professional crew, excellent equipment, a great boat, and outstanding local knowledge.
If youāre diving in Maui, I highly recommend booking with Maui Dreams. You wonāt be disappointed.
Dave was the perfect guide for our dives at Cathedral One and Sergeant Major. The reefs were alive with black sea turtles, eels, and fish. The swim throughs of the Cathedral were fun and the site was interesting, especially the exit of the caverns. Dave was also kind enough to share his pics of the dive with us.
The boat was well equipped and the mates took great care of our equipment during set up, change over and breakdown.
This was the second time that we dove with this outfit and will definitely not be the last! Thank you Maui Diamond for a great day and see you next year!!
The dive masters are extremely knowledgeable, and you can truly tell they love what they do. Dave, in particular, makes the dive briefings fun and comical, which really adds to the experience.
They also provide snacks, beverages, and lunch, which is always appreciated. As always, we had a fantastic experience and will definitely dive with them again when we return to Maui.
Without a doubt, I will look to come back to their crew and dive more⦠it was a great experience!!!
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Tip: bring a GoPro.
Check in was easy and painless- snorkeling was beyond words beautiful and we found 6/7 whales that were having a great time around our boat for about an hour on the way back, hands down the most incredible experience ever.
Matt and Sarah were very accommodating to all ages in our tour.
Sarah was also very helpful and knowledgeable.
Snorkeling equipment and wetsuits were clean and in excellent condition.
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Tip: bring a GoPro.
Check in was easy and painless- snorkeling was beyond words beautiful and we found 6/7 whales that were having a great time around our boat for about an hour on the way back, hands down the most incredible experience ever.
Matt and Sarah were very accommodating to all ages in our tour.
Sarah was also very helpful and knowledgeable.
Snorkeling equipment and wetsuits were clean and in excellent condition.
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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!
They shared fascinating facts about the whales, which made the experience even more meaningful. We were fortunate to spot these incredible creatures and felt truly honored to witness them in their natural habitat. The snacks were tasty, the music on board created a great atmosphere, and everything was perfectly organized and on time.
It was an unforgettable experience and a lifelong memory. Highly recommended!
The only two things I didnāt love about it was 1. Everyone has to remove their shoes. I am not a person who goes without shoes ever due to bad feet issues and 2. I didnāt like that the boat was setting still for about 35 minutes just viewing the open water. I would prefer to be moving and looking for whales. However many others felt this was a relaxing time and seemed to enjoy sitting still for a long period of time.
Even tho there were a couple of little things I didnāt enjoy I would most definitely recommend this team and excursion to anyone going to Maui to see the whales !!!
Captain Brandon was great at navigating the waters and making sure we saw our fair share of whales!
AJ and Joey were awesome at hoisting the sails, making sure we had drinks/food and conversing with each of the passengers! We appreciated them sharing their knowledge of whales and the island of Maui & surrounding islands. The Captain and crew made for such an enjoyable time in and out of the water and making sure our safety came first!
Definitely book your tour with Sail Maui, you wonāt be disappointed! Sure glad we did!
Thanks for the adventure!!
Mahalo!
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!




