
Molokini Snorkel + Kids Go FREE! (Two Snorkel Spots)
Traveler rating
4.6/5
Based on 836 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Molokini Snorkel + Kids Go FREE! (Two Snorkel Spots) worth booking?
Molokini Snorkel + Kids Go FREE! (Two Snorkel Spots) is a 5-hour experience in Maui, United States, from $198 per person. It scores 78 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 836 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 78 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (836)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $198 per person
Snorkel at world-famous Molokini, a small crescent shaped extinct volcanic crater with crystal clear water that is home to more than 250 fish species. Then enjoy Turtle Arches, a beautiful reef known for its underwater lava arches and frequented by gentle green sea turtles. All of your snorkeling gear and flotation devices are provided, plus plenty of encouragement and support if you’re new to snorkeling. Wide swim steps and a water slide make it easy and fun to get right in and explore both amazing locations.
What you get
About this experience
Snorkel at world-famous Molokini, a small crescent shaped extinct volcanic crater with crystal clear water that is home to more than 250 fish species. Then enjoy Turtle Arches, a beautiful reef known for its underwater lava arches and frequented by gentle green sea turtles. All of your snorkeling gear and flotation devices are provided, plus plenty of encouragement and support if you’re new to snorkeling. Wide swim steps and a water slide make it easy and fun to get right in and explore both amazing locations.
What's included
Included
- BBQ Lunch:free-range chicken breasts, hot dogs, vegan burgers, potato-mac salad, Asian edamame slaw
- Alcoholic beverages
- Unlimited soda, juice, and filtered water
- Professionally-fitted snorkel gear, including optical masks for eyeglass wearers, flotation device, learn-to-snorkel class, fish ID class, guided reef tour
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Continental breakfast: banana bread, assorted pastries and fresh island fruit.
- Wildlife interpretation and guided experiences by our onboard naturalists.
- Snorkel 101 lesson and floatation devices
Not included
- One free child age 4 and under per paying adult. Children ages 5-12 charged child rate.
- Gratuities
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off are not available.
- It is paid parking in the Maui Harbor Shops complex
- Towels
What you'll see and do
Molokini Crater
Molokini is a crescent-shaped, partially submerged volcanic crater which forms a small, uninhabited islet located in ʻAlalākeiki Channel between the islands of Maui and Kahoʻolawe, within Maui County in Hawaiʻi.
60 minutes here
Maalaea Harbor
Maalaea harbor is home to the Pacific Whale Foundation and the Maui Aquarium.
60 minutes here
Cruise with the experts at PacWhale Eco-Adventures on Maui's top-rated ocean ecotours, based on 40 years of marine research and sustainable ecotourism experience. PacWhale has cruises for every style of adventure, including whale and dolphin watch ecotours, snorkel trips, sunset cocktail and sunset dinner cruises, holiday cruises, stargazing ecotours, and more.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Maui
PWF retail store in Ma'alaea Harbor Shops next to Maui Ocean Center Aquarium shared parking Check-in 45 minutes prior to departure time
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
PWF retail store in Ma'alaea Harbor Shops next to Maui Ocean Center Aquarium shared parking Check-in 45 minutes prior to departure time
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Pacific Whale Foundation
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- For each paying adult, up to three children 12 and under go FREE. All children must be on the order/voucher as they account for a seat.
- To protect the reef environment and in support of the statewide ban on sunscreens, we will no longer allow the use of any non-reef safe sunscreen on board any snorkel eco tours. 4oz Reef safe sunscreen will be available on board for $13
- You will need to bring your own towels and credit cards for any onboard purchases as the vessels are cashless except for gratuities
- For safety reasons, the use of full-face masks is not permitted on our snorkel ecotours. We do provide high quality snorkel gear on board for all guest
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 836 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
7 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Good for families
6 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
836 verified traveler reviews for Molokini Snorkel + Kids Go FREE! (Two Snorkel Spots). Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
How many types of fish can you count?
Highly recommend. Let’s start, by paying the parking for you will get a ticket/fee if you don’t. Nice gift shop at check-in if you have extra time. Bring reef safe sunscreen or buy some here. When you get on the boat there is Inside seating with shade, but it has no breeze. Otherwise spots up front or on top. You can move around throughout, but people tend to set up their home base. Bathrooms on board are helpful. We were told the snorkeling may be the same off the shore, but I’m not sure we would have seen 20+ types of fish at a random beach. This was the best I’ve seen in 15-20 or so locations! Kids will love the slide into the ocean and the nature talks by marine biologists. Hour ride to next stop but No turtles today. Fish were all the same and less visibility. But Lunch was tasty and seconds were offered. Juice and water were always available, and alcoholic drink included w lunch - after snorkeling. Enjoy!
via Tripadvisor
Snorkel trip on Ocean Voyager
Our trip with PacWhale was wonderful. The captain and crew were friendly, informative and fun. Ocean Voyager had several seating areas. Breakfast and lunch were good. We rented the wetsuits (tops with zippers) because we didn't want to get cold and miss snorkel time.
via Tripadvisor
Great snorkel experience at the creator
Was an enjoyable experience, plenty of snorkel time even with family taking care of an infant. Had good food also which included a veggie burger, much appreciated given that part of my family is vegetarian only. Plenty of space on the boat despite nearly 100 people on it. 2 bathrooms was nice also
via Viator
Molokini Snorkel Trip
This was our 2nd trip with your organization! We did the Lanai Snorkel on a previous visit. The two for one fares are great. The boat ( voyager ) is good, little noisy in the cabin area. Crew is upbeat, friendly, caring attentive including the captain. Food is pretty good. If you are able to get up and around while the boat is traveling I am sure you can learn a lot from the crew, some of whom are marine biologists. Or any time the boat is anchored. The Snorkeling at Molokini Crater was good! My wife especially had a good variety of sealife closer to the crater edge, just be careful there though! The person giving the information talk underway via the sound system was mostly unintelligible in the cabin area, they spoke a bit fast with a slight accent, and the engine sounds combined to make it unfortunately a missed opportunity. Later a young man came into the cabin with some dolphin skulls on the return trip, which would have been interesting, but he showed them to a few people at the front and while I tried to get his attention to come our way, he seemed to notice but turned around and left instead? Another missed opportunity. I wasn’t feeling great so couldn’t go after him. As the Pacific Whale Foundations mission is to educate people, that didn’t happen much on this trip for us. Since you have a great knowledgeable crew that have a lot to share, if they go around and engage more or use the PA system when people can hear, that would really add value to passengers and further your goals too!
via Tripadvisor
Excellent for kids and adults
The trip was excellent - two snorkel spots with lots to see. We swam with sea turtles at the second one and saw a lot of wildlife. The naturalists on the boat were so engaged with the kids (who had lots of questions!). I noted in my reservation that I was gluten free and they had separate safe food options for me, which was a nice surprise! Would definitely do this trip again!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 293
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Pacific Whale Foundation, who run 14 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 68.4.
See everything Pacific Whale Foundation runsWhy this scores 78
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Molokini Snorkel + Kids Go FREE! (Two Snorkel Spots): questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Maui.
How much does Molokini Snorkel + Kids Go FREE! (Two Snorkel Spots) cost?
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Prices start at $198 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Maui usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Molokini Snorkel + Kids Go FREE! (Two Snorkel Spots) take?
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Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Maui is not rushed.
Is Molokini Snorkel + Kids Go FREE! (Two Snorkel Spots) worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 78 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 836 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Maui, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Molokini Snorkel + Kids Go FREE! (Two Snorkel Spots)?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Molokini Snorkel + Kids Go FREE! (Two Snorkel Spots) suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Molokini Snorkel + Kids Go FREE! (Two Snorkel Spots)?
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Around 293 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Maui can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Maui and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Molokini Snorkel + Kids Go FREE! (Two Snorkel Spots) start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Maui within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Maui?
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Maui's three signature days are the Hana road, the Haleakala summit sunrise and the Molokini snorkel sail, and all three are logistics problems as much as experiences. Sunrise summit entry is permit-controlled, Hana is a ten-hour driving day, and Molokini boats vary wildly in size. Our ranking rewards operators who handle permits and keep boat capacity low. On Outty we rank every Maui experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Molokini Crater + South Maui Coast Adventure from Kihei, Maui, West Maui Snorkeling Experience by Boat from Ka'anapali, Maui Eco-Raft Tour: Eye-Level Whale or Dolphin Watching - Lahaina. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Maui?
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April to May and September to October. Whale season runs December to April. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Maui?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Molokini Snorkel + Kids Go FREE! (Two Snorkel Spots)?
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Included: BBQ Lunch:free-range chicken breasts, hot dogs, vegan burgers, potato-mac salad, Asian eda; Alcoholic beverages; Unlimited soda, juice, and filtered water; Professionally-fitted snorkel gear, including optical masks for eyeglass wearers, flotatio; and Use of snorkeling equipment. Not included: One free child age 4 and under per paying adult. Children ages 5-12 charged child rate; Gratuities; Souvenir photos (available to purchase); and Hotel pickup and drop-off are not available. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Molokini Snorkel + Kids Go FREE! (Two Snorkel Spots)?
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PWF retail store in Ma'alaea Harbor Shops next to Maui Ocean Center Aquarium shared parking Check-in 45 minutes prior to departure time Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Molokini Snorkel + Kids Go FREE! (Two Snorkel Spots) offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Molokini Snorkel + Kids Go FREE! (Two Snorkel Spots)?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Molokini Snorkel + Kids Go FREE! (Two Snorkel Spots) wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Molokini Snorkel + Kids Go FREE! (Two Snorkel Spots) if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Molokini Snorkel + Kids Go FREE! (Two Snorkel Spots)?
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Across 836 reviews averaging 4.6 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, good for families, knowledge and storytelling. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
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