Maui Snorkeling

Dive into Maui's crystal-clear waters and discover a vibrant underwater world teeming with marine life on an unforgettable snorkeling adventure. Maui is home to some of Hawaii's best snorkeling spots, including the famous Molokini Crater, Turtle Town, and Honolua Bay. Swim alongside colorful tropical fish, graceful sea turtles, and vibrant coral reefs as you explore the island's warm, inviting ocean. Guided snorkeling tours offer expert instruction, high-quality gear, and insider knowledge about the best locations, ensuring a safe and exciting experience for snorkelers of all skill levels.

Whether you prefer a boat tour to remote snorkeling sites or a leisurely swim from a calm beach, Maui snorkeling experiences are perfect for families, couples, and solo travelers alike. Many tours also include bonus activities like dolphin spotting, sailing, or even whale watching during the winter months. With its stunning visibility, diverse marine ecosystems, and breathtaking coastal scenery, Maui offers a snorkeling experience that will leave you with unforgettable memories of your Hawaiian adventure.

Featured Maui Snorkeling Tours

More Maui Snorkeling Tours to Inspire Your Trip

Wailea Wildlife Experience: Snorkel With Sea Turtles

This tour includes the best of both worlds in an affordable and timely tour, so you can explore both above and below the sea in one epic coastal journey! From Snorkel Turtle Town to cruising beachside through Lava Fields and Gardens, this tour does it all, at an...

🌴 Maui
🍍 Snorkeling
3h 30m
5.0 (24)

First Timers and Non-Swimmers Snorkeling Experience in Wailea

-Designed specifically for non-swimmers and first timers -Small Intimate groups -Completely Guided -Award Winning company, 2024 Trip Advisor top 100 tours globally -High end equipment

🌴 Maui
🍍 Snorkeling
2h
4.9 (72)
Free Cancellation

West Maui Afternoon Snorkel from Ka’anapali Beach

The Afternoon West Maui Snorkel from Ka'anapali Beach is the ideal adventure for those who prefer a relaxed start to the day. Departing at noon, this 3.5-hour cruise takes you to one of West Maui's top snorkeling sites, where you can swim among Hawaiian green sea...

🌴 Maui
🍍 Snorkeling
3h 30m
4.9 (455)
Free Cancellation

Maui: 2.5 Hour Xpress Snorkel from Ka’anapali Beach

This 2.5 Hour Xpress Snorkel from Ka'anapali Beach is a quick and exciting adventure to Mala Wharf, one of Maui's most unique underwater reefs formed from a sunken pier. Depart directly from Ka'anapali Beach and enjoy about an hour of snorkeling among colorful coral,...

🌴 Maui
🍍 Snorkeling
2h 30m
5.0 (316)
Free Cancellation

The Best Maui 3 Hour Molokini and Turtle Town Snorkel

Not recommended for pregnant travelers. Turtlely Cool!… Departing Molokini, we’ll make one more stop and snorkel with sea turtles in a shorline destination (locations will vary, depending on conditions). These turtles, although endangered and protected, are...

🌴 Maui
🍍 Snorkeling
3h
4.9 (127)

Maui: Turtle Reef Snorkel Cruise with Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles

This experience combines great snorkeling with a fun, comfortable boat designed for all ages. The Quicksilver is a spacious double decker catamaran featuring a waterslide and a “leap of faith” jumping platform, adding an extra level of excitement you won’t find on...

🌴 Maui
🍍 Snorkeling
5h
4.4 (542)
Free Cancellation

Lahaina Maui Sea Turtle Snorkel Sail Adventure w/Lunch & Open Bar

Ready for an unforgettable day of sailing, snorkeling, island lunch, and open bar aboard our luxury sailing catamaran? Perfect for families, couples, kids, first-time snorkelers, and ocean lovers, this Lahaina adventure combines authentic sailing, marine life, and...

🌴 Maui
🍍 Snorkeling
5h
4.9 (94)
Free Cancellation

Turtle Town Signature Snorkel: Complementary Photos & Video

This Turtle Town Snorkel with Photo and Video Tour offers an intimate, boutique-style ocean adventure led by Zephyr Maui's expert guides and photographers. Snorkel through Turtle Town's crystal-clear waters alongside Hawaiian green sea turtles, explore lava caves, and...

🌴 Maui
🍍 Snorkeling
2h
4.8 (2009)
Free Cancellation

2-Hour Molokini Guaranteed Snorkel Trip from Maui

This 2-Hour Molokini Snorkel Trip is a small-group ocean adventure departing from Kihei to Molokini Crater, just 3 miles off South Maui. Enjoy a quick 15-minute ride and 1+ hour of snorkeling in crystal-clear water with sanitized gear included and expert guides (max 14...

🌴 Maui
🍍 Snorkeling
2h
4.9 (860)
Free Cancellation

Molokini and Turtle Arches Snorkeling Trip from Ma'alaea Harbor

This Molokini and Turtle Arches Snorkeling Trip from Ma'alaea Harbor is a top-rated eco-adventure with Pacific Whale Foundation, combining two of Maui's most spectacular snorkel sites. Start your morning at Molokini Crater, a crescent-shaped volcanic islet famous for...

🌴 Maui
🍍 Snorkeling
5h
4.6 (813)
Free Cancellation

Frequently Asked Questions

📍 What are the best snorkeling spots on Maui?

Top snorkeling spots include Molokini Crater, Turtle Town, Honolua Bay, Black Rock in Ka'anapali, and the Ahihi-Kinau Reserve.

🤿 Do snorkeling tours include gear?

Yes, most tours provide snorkel masks, fins, flotation devices, and sometimes wetsuit tops or underwater cameras.

🛟 Is snorkeling safe for beginners?

Tours usually include instructions and flotation gear, and many spots have calm, shallow waters ideal for first-timers.

🐢 What marine life can I see while snorkeling on Maui?

You can spot sea turtles, colorful reef fish, eels, coral, and during winter months, possibly humpback whales breaching in the distance.

🎒 What should I bring on a snorkeling tour?

Bring swimwear, a towel, reef-safe sunscreen, water shoes (optional), and a waterproof camera if desired.