Private Snorkel Tour 3 Hrs 1 stop from Kaanapali Beach in Maui
Maui, United States

Private Snorkel Tour 3 Hrs 1 stop from Kaanapali Beach

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Is Private Snorkel Tour 3 Hrs 1 stop from Kaanapali Beach worth booking?

Private Snorkel Tour 3 Hrs 1 stop from Kaanapali Beach is a 3-hour experience in Maui, United States, from $3000 per person. It scores 46 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 3.7/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
46 / 100
Rating
3.7/5 (3)
Duration
3 hours
From
$3000 per person

Be Amazed at our private custom charter to the Island of Lanai on "Sanity" (snorkel vessel). Lanai with it's breathtaking shoreline, cliffs, cave, secluded beaches.  See the famous Shipwreck, Snorkel the Amazing 5 Sister

What you get

    About this experience

    Be Amazed at our private custom charter to the Island of Lanai on "Sanity" (snorkel vessel). Lanai with it's breathtaking shoreline, cliffs, cave, secluded beaches.  See the famous Shipwreck, Snorkel the Amazing 5 Sister, Sweet Heart Rock.   Sanity can go to the Island of Lanai for a 3 hour tour or around Lanai on a 7 hour snorkel tours.  Hourly additional rates available at $850.00 for each additional hour.  Location is Whaler's Village at Kaanapali Beach between Westin Hotel and Leilani's on the Beach restaurant. Winner of the 2018 Hospitality Travel Award, BBB A+ Rated, Certificate of Excellence TripAdvisor Award.

    What's included

    Included

    • Carbonated beverages
    • All Snorkel Gear is on board vessel, mask, fins, boogie boards and noodles
    • 3 hour minimum on Private Custom Charter

    Not included

    • Food menu available at cost per person
    • 50 for Go-Pro rental - clients receive SD card
    • Rental of Gopros with SD cards you take home plus underwater Yamaha Sea Scooters for rent
    • Minister available per request and reserve in advance - provide phone number to reserve directly
    • Photographer, drone videos, underwater photos and video available per advance request - Provide phone number to reserve directly

    What you'll see and do

    1. Ka'anapali Beach

      During Humpback Whale season which is December 15th - May 15th this private charter is a whale watch and spinner dolphin search. This is your private charter and with a minimum of 3 hours we can do 1 snorkel stop. All snorkel equipment is on board included mask, fins, noodles and boogie boards. We do rent gopros and Yamaha sea scooters for extra. We will explore the amazing Maui and Lanai from the ocean and see plentiful sea life and coral at our snorkel stops. Additional hourly rates are available. Each snorkel stop maybe as long as 45 minutes. Guest park at Whaler's Village parking lot so they do have to pay for parking as extra only "Admission for parking is not included"

      45 minutes here · Admission not included

    2. Kaanapali Ocean Adventures

      Since this is your Private Charter we do contact you in advance of your tour to see what you would like to do. You may only want to stay on board and not stop for snorkeling and only sightsee. It's up to you and we will do sunset tours for private charters only. Just let us know. No Admissions but you do have to parking in the Whaler's Parking lot and pay. The Whaler's Village offers all kinds of shops and restaurant and this is Kaanapali Beach from the Hyatt Regency to the Sheraton which is where the Famous Black Rock is located Minimum private charter 3 hours additional hourly rate available

      180 minutes here · Admission not included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Maui

    Park at Whaler's Village in Kaanapali and go directly to the beach.  Check in is on the beach between Leilani's on the Beach restaurant and Westin Hotel.  Zodiac will take you from the beach to vessels. All check in is 30 minutes before departure

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Park at Whaler's Village in Kaanapali and go directly to the beach.  Check in is on the beach between Leilani's on the Beach restaurant and Westin Hotel.  Zodiac will take you from the beach to vessels. All check in is 30 minutes before departure

    Options you can book

    • 7 hour Private - Around Lanai

      7 hour Priv must call: Leave Kaanapali Beach and discover parts of Maui or Lanai on our personal Private Custom Charter 70 miles around Lanai

    • Sanity Snorkel Boat - Private

      Duration: 3 hours Sanity Snorkel Boat - Privates: Sanity 50 ft snorkel vessel, private restroom on board, fresh water shower, swim platform with easy access off and on the ocean. BYOB.

    • 3 hour private charter

      3 hour Private: private charter

    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
    Diver Dans Specialty Charters, Inc. dba Kaanapali Ocean Adventures

    Know before you go

    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Snorkel vessel we prefer children 5 years old and up
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • Please let us know if your child is younger since we leave from the beach by zodiac to vessel
    • Must be able to climb into zodiac from beach to vessel
    • No major injuries, neck or back, pregnant women
    • No meal provided - available for purchase
    • Bring hats, towels, sunglasses, sunscreen, waterproof camera, go pros, waterproof watch - wear bathing suits
    • You may bring your own personal gear, plus BYOB
    • Sanity Snorkel Vessel - restroom, fresh water shower, 32 cushion seats 24 seats in the shade custome build swim platform level to the ocean for easy access off and on the water
    • During COVID 19 we can only take half capacity on all vessels
    • No major injuries - must be able to climb into zodiac from the beach to vessel
    • Weather permitting on all ocean activities

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Organization

    2 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Good for families

    2 mentions

    Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

    Value for money

    1 mention

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Food and drink

    1 mention

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Small groups

    1 mention

    The group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.

    Traveler reviews

    3 verified traveler reviews for Private Snorkel Tour 3 Hrs 1 stop from Kaanapali Beach. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    P9032YRdeborahh · July 2026

    Best Private Snorkel Charter in Maui!!

    Here’s the updated review with that added: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Our family booked an early morning private snorkeling charter with Kaanapali Ocean Adventures, and it was hands down one of the highlights of our trip to Maui. Captain Dan and Marissa were absolutely phenomenal. From the moment we stepped aboard, they were warm, friendly, upbeat, and genuinely excited to make sure we had an incredible experience. They made us feel completely safe and comfortable throughout the entire trip while creating such a fun and relaxing atmosphere. They took us all the way over to Lanai and found crystal-clear water with amazing snorkeling conditions. We swam with sea turtles and saw countless beautiful tropical fish. We also rented two sea scooters, and they were worth every penny! Gliding effortlessly through the water was incredibly relaxing, so much fun, and allowed us to cover much more distance and see even more of the incredible marine life. If you’re looking for the best private or group snorkeling charter, look no further. Kaanapali Ocean Adventures is an absolute 10 out of 10. This experience will be one of the lasting highlights of our Maui vacation and a memory our family will treasure for a lifetime. We can’t recommend Captain Dan, Marissa, and their team highly enough!

    via Tripadvisor

    Roaa A · August 2023

    SCAM DO NOT BOOK! HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE

    We were unable to go since no one answered our calls, though it wasn't inconvenient as we woke up at 5:30, reached the location on time, and followed the instructions diligently. Unfortunately, no one responded to our calls, and ultimately, no one arrived. It ended up being a waste of time and money. Despite sending numerous emails and making countless calls, we received no response. It feels like they took advantage of us and robbed us! Cruel and dishonest!!!!

    via Tripadvisor

    Osidemike · December 2021

    Fun trip Maui-Lanai

    This was one of the highlights of our trip to Maui. The adventure began about 7 AM, on time, and we were shuttled to the boat in a small dinghy with the boarding of the small shuttle being an interesting and fun experience. The captain and crew provide everything that is needed to have a great time including snorkel and mask and fins. Wetsuit tops are available. Flotation devices were available if needed. In fact it is best not to bring too much equipment since boarding the dinghy may cause some of your belongings to get a bit wet. Willow, the captains mate, gave us a safety talk and off we went on our adventure to Lanai. The two dive spots were wonderful. We were able to do some spectacular whale watching on our way to the dive spots and on our return trip. We also watched a large family of spinner dolphins cavort off the coast of Lanai. Snacks and drinks were perfect. All in all this was a well run adventure and one of the high points of the trip was Willow with her bubbly personality and friendly demeanor. My spouse and I recommend this trip highly for both experienced snorkelers and beginners. At the end of the journey we left a well-deserved gratuity since we were so impressed with the entire operation. We are sure that, if you take this trip with Kaanapali ocean adventures, you will be thrilled with the entire experience just as we were. As a final note, the adventure begins early in the morning. There is parking available at every hotel that is free and is identified as “beach access parking“. There are only about 20 spots available at each hotel but, since the adventure begins so early in the morning, we had no trouble finding these free parking spots. If you park in the parking structure the cost of a days worth of parking is around $40. In addition, the organization will send a text the day before the trip to inform you of items you need to bring and specific instructions on where to meet.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    3 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $3000 to $6400
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 46

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)75
    Review evidence (18% weight)19
    Booking momentum (14% weight)11
    Value for money (12% weight)0
    Listing quality (10% weight)79
    Local standing (8% weight)32
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Private Snorkel Tour 3 Hrs 1 stop from Kaanapali Beach: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Maui.

    How much does Private Snorkel Tour 3 Hrs 1 stop from Kaanapali Beach cost?

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    Prices start at $3000 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 Private Snorkel Tour 3 Hrs 1 stop from Kaanapali Beach take?

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    Plan for about 3 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 Private Snorkel Tour 3 Hrs 1 stop from Kaanapali Beach worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 46 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.7/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Maui, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Private Snorkel Tour 3 Hrs 1 stop from Kaanapali Beach?

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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 Private Snorkel Tour 3 Hrs 1 stop from Kaanapali Beach suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Private Snorkel Tour 3 Hrs 1 stop from Kaanapali Beach?

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    Around 1 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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Private Snorkel Tour 3 Hrs 1 stop from Kaanapali Beach 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, Maui: VIP Private Road to Hana Tour with Pick Up, Road to Hana Adventure Maui Tour with Lunch. 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.

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