The 15 Best Molokini Crater Tours from Maui

1.Maui Snorkeling Adventure to Molokini and Turtle Town

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

Start early at Māʻalaea Harbor for a 5.5-hour catamaran trip to Molokini and a second stop at Turtle Town or Coral Gardens. The crew supplies gear, floatation aids, breakfast, lunch, and safety help. You may also see whales in season. Crew members Brandon and Nick have earned special praise for their friendly service.

“This is an early morning excursion with check in by 6:45 am. It’s about a 30 minute drive from Kaanapali resort area… so make sure to give yourself time to get there. Parking is next to the harbor…. U can park at the Ocean Aquarium, but you’ll have to trek down to the harbor and it is down a ways. Breakfast was awesome with hot food options! Lunch was great and also had hot food options! Plenty of drinks options too! Got to see whales; dolphins; and sea turtles on the way to the snorkling spots- turtle town and molakini. The Calypso has slides and was a great big triple…”

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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

You’ll sail from Ma’alaea Harbor aboard Calypso, a three-deck power catamaran, for snorkeling at Molokini Crater and Turtle Town. The crew provides gear, flotation aids, lifeguards, breakfast, lunch, narration, glass-bottom viewing, slides, and freshwater showers. The captain chooses sites according to daily sea conditions.

“Turtle town was first and then Molokini for us. They opened the slide at Molokini. Food was plentiful. They slowed down on the way back for whales. Plenty of waves so some people became sick. See-through raft for littles. Morning tour was laid back with little music and alcohol. We saw several whales. Saw one turtle at Turtle Town.”

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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

Leave Kihei at 7 a.m. on Redline Rafting’s fast, military-style raft for Molokini Crater, its little-seen back wall, and Turtle Town. Guides such as Tony, Nick, Kelly, Chase, and others lead the group, serve cinnamon rolls, fruit, wraps, and chips, and help you spot fish, rays, eels, dolphins, and green sea turtles.

“Guides were funny and knowledeable, the raft was sooo much fun to ride over the water, we had plenty of snacks and even though we didn't see any turtles due to swells, we snorkelled molikini in 3 different spots and saw a bunch of other cool places”

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4.Maui Snorkel Adventure: Molokini Crater and Turtle Cove

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

Leave Maalaea at 8 a.m. aboard Reef Explorer, a fast custom super raft limited to 35 people. Snorkel fish-filled Molokini Crater, then seek Hawaiian green sea turtles at a quieter cove. Guides such as Esteban, Jade, Cat, and Ryan help with gear and adapt stops to sea conditions. Lunch, snacks, drinks, and flotation gear are included.

“Definitely recommend - This was a high quality experience with expert tour guides! I would book again.”

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5.Molokini and Turtle Town Snorkeling aboard Pride of Maui

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

Spend about five hours aboard Pride of Maui, a spacious Maxi Power Catamaran, snorkeling at Molokini Crater and Turtle Town. You’ll get equipment, breakfast, hot lunch, drinks, crew instruction, and an open bar after snorkeling. Conditions can change, so Turtle Town may be replaced or canceled for safety.

“Great experience! Crew was the best! Had all the equipment you need onboard and was in great condition.”

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6.South Maui: Molokini & Turtle Town Snorkeling Tour with Meal

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

Spend 5.5 hours aboard a Malolo catamaran from Maalaea Harbor, snorkeling at Molokini and Turtle Town, with breakfast, lunch, gear, flotation devices, and lifeguards in the water. Crew members such as Captain Steve and Captain Carlos have earned praise for clear instruction and friendly service. Whale sightings are possible in season.

“Great activity, we traveled to two locations and the guides helped us find the best spots and gave guidance. The onboard photographer was great at getting family shots and they had food available after stops.”

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7.Four Winds Molokini Snorkeling Tour from Maalaea Harbor

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

Board the Four Winds catamaran at 7 a.m. for about five hours at sea. Snorkel Molokini Crater with included gear and instruction, watch fish through glass-bottom panels, and enjoy breakfast, lunch, and drinks. Crew members such as Pete and Dane have earned praise for helping nervous swimmers feel safe. Whale watching is possible from December through March.

“What a wonderful crew! They were friendly and attentive and had great advice on things to do on the island. Best molokini snorkel tour we have done. Would definitely do it again!”

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8.2-Hour Molokini Snorkel Trip

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

Ride a fast raft from Kihei to Molokini Crater, about three miles offshore, then spend more than an hour snorkeling in clear water. Redline Rafting provides sanitized gear, fins, and safety guidance. Choose a 7 a.m. departure for calmer water and fewer boats, or 9:30 a.m. for warmer air.

“Met my expectations and friendly people (we did the 7am 2 hour Molokini snorkel tour on December 21, 2025). I wanted a quick ride out to Molokini crater, as to spend most of my time in the water snorkeling. Redline was just that. They provided insight on Molokini, tips on where to see activity and safety info. The snorkel equipment was great, and we got to see lots of activity on the reef. I would recommend this tour”

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9.Molokini Crater and Turtle Town Snorkeling From Kihei

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

Meet at 7 am in Kihei for a three-hour boat trip to Molokini Crater and Turtle Town. You’ll receive fitted snorkel gear, flotation equipment, snacks, drinks, and a light sandwich lunch. Crews such as Matt, Lucia, Alex, and Sarah help with safety and wildlife spotting. Hotel pickup is not included.

“Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Equipment was new and clean. Took us to some unbelievable and unforgettable snorkeling with eels, sharks, turtles and amazing fish and coral”

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10.Molokini & Turtle Town Snorkel & Waterslide Adventure

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

Leave Maalaea at 6:30 a.m. aboard the 53-foot Lani Kai II for Molokini Crater and Turtle Town. Captain Greg, Captain Paul, and the crew provide gear, breakfast, lunch, flotation aids, and a 20-foot waterslide. You may see turtles, reef fish, whales in season, octopus, and eels during this five-hour outing.

“Awesome. We booked last minute and I’m glad they had availability. The whole crew is Awesome! Withney was great and so friendly. I would totally go back. You won’t regret it! 💕”

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11.South Maui: Snorkel to Coral Gardens or Molokini Crater

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

Board Malolo at Maalaea Harbor for a three-hour afternoon sail to Molokini Crater or Coral Gardens. Your captain chooses the site based on sea conditions. Snorkel gear, flotation aids, a hotdog lunch, and soft drinks are included. Crew members such as Ashley, Erika, SeaBass, and Captain Kiwi have been praised for friendly safety help.

“Despite the weather that precluded us from visiting Molokini, was a fun and well organised day out”

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12.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 at Maalaea Harbor for an afternoon snorkel stop at Molokini Crater or Coral Gardens. Your captain chooses the calmer site each day. Gear, instruction, flotation aids, lunch, and soft drinks are included, with optional wetsuits and $3 alcoholic drinks after snorkeling.

“The boat was really crowded. Hot dog lunch was not at all appetizing. Weak snorkeling area, although the water was clear. Overall disappointing experience”

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13.Molokini and Turtles Luxury Yacht Snorkel

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

Spend about five hours aboard Pride of Maui’s climate-controlled luxury yacht, Elua, 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 no more than 40 people and welcomes ages 8 and up.

“Amazing time, so incredible. The crew was great and super helpful. The snorkeling was amazing and we even saw whales on the ride back.”

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

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

Spend five hours snorkeling Molokini crater and Turtle Arches from Maʻalaea Harbor. Pacific Whale Foundation’s crew provides instruction, optical masks, flotation gear, breakfast, lunch, and reef lessons. You may spot turtles, octopuses, eels, seabirds, and seasonal whales, though sea life and the second snorkel stop depend on weather.

“Captain T and his amazing crew did an excellent job! Everything was so good prepared and organized. Everyone of the crew knew in each second what to do! We also received a lot of biological information during the boating. I think this was one of my best organized trips ever! Only two things to improve from our point of view: -) we’ve been over 100 people… for an natural event… snorkeling should be calm and relaxing but it felt like swarming with snorkeler. -) we had a photographer on board - she did a great job, but it was really expensive! It would be great to know the price before…”

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15.South Maui: Molokini Snorkeling Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 450 reviews · 5h 30m · from $185

Board the three-deck Calypso at Maalaea Harbor for a 330-minute snorkeling trip to Molokini Crater and Turtle Town, weather permitting. You get breakfast, lunch, gear, lifeguards, a glass-bottom viewing room, slides, and a crew-led snorkel lesson. Crew member Tony and the wider Calypso team are especially attentive with first-time snorkelers.

“We had such a great time! We were served breakfast and lunch. The boat ride was pleasant and didn’t feel rushed. We saw lots of fish out at Molokini and saw a handful of sea turtles in Turtle Town. The staff was awesome! They also had a photographer on board who tools tons of photos on the boat and in/under the water and the pictures turned out great. Of course you have to pay for pictures if you want them but it was worth it for us. Make sure to use Reef-safe sunscreen or just don’t put any on until you get there, they had hand pumps filled with sunscreen…”

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