3-Hour Afternoon Snorkeling Tour
3 Hours
1 PM – 4 PM
Summary
Snorkel without the crowds! Our Afternoon Snorkeling Tour goes to Coral Gardens or another coral reef in the area, depending on weather conditions. On rare occasions, we will snorkel only (no water sliding) at Molokini Crater!
Highlights
Snorkel without the crowds at Coral Gardens
Ride our fast 25-ft waterslide
Sanitized snorkeling equipment and reef-safe sunscreen
What’s Included
Sanitized snorkeling gear (fins, masks, snorkel)
Lunch (sandwiches, pasta salad)
Reef-safe suncreen
Drinks (water, soda, juice)
What’s Not Included
Towels
Wetsuits (rentals available on board
Alcoholic Drinks (BYOB)
Gratuity
Pricing (From)
Discounted Rate
- $98 / Age 4-12
- Free / Age 3 and under
Details
12:30 PM: Check-in at Ma’alaea Harbor. Public Parking is available.
1:00 PM: Depart for snorkeling location.
1:15 PM: Deli lunch. Snorkeling for beginners training (optional).
4:00 PM: Arrive at harbor.
Lunch Includes:
Deli sandwich: Turkey/provolone, ham/swiss, or roast beef/cheddar, with lettuce, sliced tomato, sliced cucumber, and condiments. Housemade veggie patty (for vegetarian meal requests)
Tricolor pasta salad in Mediterranean style includes artichoke hearts, red onion, sundried tomatoes, and olives. It also has feta cheese mixed with a tarragon herbal white balsamic vinaigrette.
Quinoa salad (for gluten-free meal requests): toasted quinoa, chopped cucumber, red onion, red bell peppers, and tomatoes lightly mixed with a pomegranate balsamic glaze.
Chocolate chip cookie: made with our own house recipe.
Water, soda, and Hawaiian Sun.
*Please notify us of any dietary restrictions or preferences when making your reservation.
Things To Know
- Participants should be comfortable floating on their stomach.
- Arrive 30 minutes before departure to find and pay for parking.
- Full-face snorkel masks are not allowed.
- Alcohol is BYOB and can only be consumed at the conclusion of in-water activities.
- Wildlife sightings such as turtles and whales are not guaranteed.
- We may cancel due to weather or insufficient passengers at short notice.
- We do not deploy our waterslide at Molokini Crater.
- Cancellation Policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Coral Gardens
Our afternoon snorkeling trip usually visits Coral Gardens. It’s the largest Maui reef, covering over 100 acres of ancient, colorful coral formations. This underwater paradise was formed nearly 500,000 years ago by volcanic lava flows. It has colossal coral heads that are over 500 years old, creating a beautiful mix of colors. Coral Gardens is full of marine life! You can see tropical fish and other amazing sea life. It gives snorkelers a fun and memorable experience in one of Hawaii’s best snorkeling spots. Book your Afternoon Tour today for a fantastic snorkel experience!
GOOGLE REVIEWS
We had an absolutely amazing snorkel trip—truly the highlight of our vacation! All four of our kids (ages 9–12) had the time of their lives. The crew, Morgan and Christian, were fantastic—so friendly, helpful, and great with the kids. Captain Greg was fun, upbeat, and kept the energy high the whole time.
The snorkeling itself was breathtaking. The water was crystal clear, the coral was vibrant, and we saw sea turtles and tons of colorful tropical fish. It felt like swimming through an aquarium.
The food was just right, the music playlist was perfect, and the entire experience was seamless and fun from start to finish.
Huge shoutout to Island Dream Productions for the unbelievable photos! Just plan on buying the photo package when you book your trip—it’s 100% worth it. They captured truly incredible underwater shots of our kids and us parents, and we’ll cherish those memories forever.
Could not recommend this trip more—perfect for families, and an experience we’ll never forget!
FAQ’s
DO I NEED TO HAVE EXPERIENCE SNORKELING?
Snorkeling experience is not necessary. You need to be comfortable in the water and should be able to swim without the aid of any equipment. You should also be comfortable floating on your stomach. Our crew will show you how to use the snorkel equipment. We have flotation devices, wetsuits, swimming noodles, and boogie boards available to keep swimmers comfortable during our excursions.
IS SNORKELING SAFE?
The Hawai’i health department advises that “you need to be comfortable in the water and able to swim without the aid of any equipment”. You should also be comfortable floating on your stomach. We have flotation devices, wetsuits, swimming noodles, and boogie boards available to make floating for long periods of time easier for our guests. These items help you float and watch the wildlife.
DO YOU OFFER SNUBA?
We discontinued our SNUBA program. Once aboard the Lani Kai II, you will notice a much smoother touring experience. There won’t be the clutter that can be common with SNUBA tours. Our guests love the new experience!
IS THERE A KAMA'AINA RATE?
There sure is. Please contact us to discuss your Kama’aina discount. You can call us (808) 244-1979.
ARE THERE VEGETARIAN OPTIONS?
Yes. Our meals offer a variety of vegetarian options. We can also accommodate a variety of diet specifications restrictions. Just call us at (808) 244-1979 with specific requests, and we’ll do our best to help you.
CAN WE USE A FULL-FACE SNORKELING MASK?
No. We do not allow full-face masks on the Lani Kai II. But, we do provide all of your snorkeling equipment at no additional cost.
DO YOU OFFER TRANSPORTATION?
We do not offer transportation but there are plenty of options on Maui, no matter where you are staying.
ARE SERVICE ANIMALS ALLOWED ON TRIPS?
Space is limited on our vessel. Advanced notice is required for guests booking with a service animal. Reach out to our reservations staff so we can know how to best assist you.
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