The Molokini & Turtle Arches Snorkel leads you on an exciting exploration of Molokini reef and the unique marine wildlife that inhabits it.

Cruise the beautiful South Maui coastline on our luxury sailing catamaran, Ocean Spirit, to the crystal-clear waters of the famous Molokini crater and a second site known for green sea turtles.
Molokini, Maui’s iconic crescent-shaped islet, is a beautiful reef known for its crystal-clear waters, abundant coral, colorful fish, and resting seabirds. A protected marine conservation area, this volcanic crater is only accessible by boat with a certified tour operator. Turtle Arches offers a bonus snorkel site with its underwater lava formations and frequent turtle sightings. Continental breakfast is included and a delicious BBQ lunch is prepared onboard. We provide all the snorkel gear, including sanitized masks and snorkels, fins and flotation devices. There’s even a “Learn to Snorkel” class for beginners!

Your trip includes:

Certified Marine Naturalists on board every Molokini snorkel tour
Premium snorkel gear, including optical masks for eyeglass wearers
Flotation devices, snorkel instruction, fish i.d. class
Two snorkel sites: Molokini Crater and Turtle Arches
Use of our ocean mat (when conditions allow) for added fun, relaxation, and water safety or comfort while in the water.
Onboard Jr. Naturalist Program for kids
Reef Safe Sunscreen – 4 oz. sunscreen in a fully sustainable tube made from sugarcane available for $17 onboard.
Continental breakfast: Maui Vegetable Fritatta (eggs, potato, bell pepper, onion, spinach, mushroom, cheddar, parmesan), assorted pastries, fresh island fruit, juice, Maui coffee
Lunch grilled onboard: chicken breasts, kiawe-smoked pork with guava BBQ sauce, hot dogs, garden burgers, mac salad, zesty bean salad and dessert
Our vessels are CASHLESS for purchases. Only credit, debit or digital payment methods with a QR code will be accepted for on board purchases. Cash will graciously be accepted for gratuities only. Mahalo.
Please wear flat or low-soled shoes

Molokini Crater Facts
Molokini Crater is about 150 feet deep with great clarity from the surface down to the ocean floor.
The crescent-shaped islet covers over 20 acres of land.
Marine biologists have observed over 250 different fish species in Molokini.
Molokini is also home to 38 unique coral species.

Check-in Location: Ocean Store, Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, next to Maui Ocean Center (Detailed directions will be included in your confirmation)

Cancellation Policy

We accept cancellations 48 hours prior to the scheduled date of your trip.

Molokini Snorkeling Safety
With its ultra-clear waters, Molokini Crater snorkeling is quite safe and kid-friendly.
Professional-grade snorkel masks, flotation devices, and instruction are provided for optimal safety.
All snorkeling around Molokini is done alongside Certified Marine Naturalists.
The boat ride to Molokini is safe for guests of all ages and roughly a 9.5-mile ride from our Ma’alaea location.
Our Molokini snorkeling tours prioritize reef safety as well. Guests will receive special safety instructions onboard and find reef-safe sunscreen available for purchase.
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 guests.