The 4 Sailing and Snorkeling Trips in Maui That Earn Their Price

1.Molokini and Turtles Luxury Yacht Snorkel

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

Spend about five hours aboard Pride of Maui’s modern yacht with Captain Justin and crew. Snorkel at Molokini and Turtle Town when conditions allow, then enjoy breakfast, a grilled lunch, warm showers, and an open bar. The boat welcomes ages 8 and up and carries no more than 40 people.

“Awesome boat and crew, but cancelled 2 days in a row due to bad weather. On third day we finally went but never went to Molokini crater or turtle town due to wind and water conditions. Snorkeling was below average in a protected cove along shore.”

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2.Molokini Snorkel and Performance Sail with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 224 reviews · 5 hours · from $200

Sail Maui takes you from Maalaea Harbor to Molokini on a fast catamaran for a five-hour trip with breakfast, lunch, drinks, snorkeling gear, and reef-safe sunscreen. Expect a small-group feel, clear water, trade-wind sailing when conditions allow, and possible whale sightings from December through May.

“Super well organized and laid back. The crew was super nice and knowledgeable. Sailing was amazing and beautiful. Snorkeling at the Molokini was great (not all trips make it there as it depends on the weather, we did :)). Winds are usually strong and it is a bit rough so be aware. You may not want to do this if you get sea sick. Otherwise, I highly recommend.”

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3.Molokini Snorkel and Performance Sail: Mā’alaea Harbor

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 214 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $200

Sail Maui takes you from Mā’alaea Harbor to Molokini Crater aboard a catamaran with snorkel gear, reef-safe sunscreen, breakfast, lunch, beer, wine, and a crew that includes captains and guides such as Greg, Jeff, Brandon, and Micah. Expect about five hours on the water, with whale sightings possible in season.

“Such a nice experience. I don't love touristy boat trips but this team really made the experience nice and treated us like adults. Even took us to an extra location that I'd never been to before which was amazing.”

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4.Turtles & Tacos Luxury Catamaran Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 103 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $199Best value

Sail from Maalaea Harbor on a spacious Ali’i Nui catamaran for roughly three hours of turtle snorkeling, tacos, margaritas, and local beer. Captains such as Bre, Josh, and Tim have earned praise for calm, attentive service. Gear, reef-safe sunscreen, showers, and shaded seating are included.

“Great crew, very clean boat, great lunch. The trip was fun and we saw turtles, fish, and whales. Overall a fun three hour trip.”

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