{"id":547,"date":"2020-02-25T13:44:55","date_gmt":"2020-02-25T23:44:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/maui.veridiandev.site\/?p=547"},"modified":"2025-12-11T12:04:05","modified_gmt":"2025-12-11T22:04:05","slug":"%e3%82%b7%e3%83%a5%e3%83%8e%e3%83%bc%e3%82%b1%e3%83%aa%e3%83%b3%e3%82%b0%e3%83%9c%e3%83%bc%e3%83%88%e3%81%ae%e3%82%b5%e3%82%a4%e3%82%ba%e3%81%af%e9%87%8d%e8%a6%81%e3%81%a7%e3%81%99%e3%81%8b","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mauisnorkeling.com\/ja\/does-snorkeling-boat-size-matter\/","title":{"rendered":"\u30de\u30a6\u30a4\u5cf6\u3067\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30ea\u30f3\u30b0\u3092\u3059\u308b\u3068\u304d\u3001\u30dc\u30fc\u30c8\u306e\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u306f\u91cd\u8981\u3067\u3059\u304b?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||10px||false|false&#8221; global_module=&#8221;2336&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.23.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][pac_divi_table_of_contents included_headings=&#8221;on|on|on|off|off|off&#8221; level_markers_1=&#8221;icons&#8221; icon_marker_1=&#8221;&#x45;||divi||400&#8243; level_markers_2=&#8221;icons&#8221; icon_marker_2=&#8221;&#x45;||divi||400&#8243; level_markers_3=&#8221;icons&#8221; icon_marker_3=&#8221;&#x5e;||divi||400&#8243; title_container_bg_color=&#8221;#00daf5&#8243; open_icon_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; close_icon_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; default_state_tablet=&#8221;open&#8221; default_state_phone=&#8221;closed&#8221; default_state_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Table Of Contents Maker&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; marker2_font_size=&#8221;13px&#8221; marker3_font_size=&#8221;8px&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|0px|0px|0px|0px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;1px&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;gcid-1d79dae8-7008-4cc3-817c-00e717aed937&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-1d79dae8-7008-4cc3-817c-00e717aed937%22:%91%22border_color_all%22%93}&#8221;][\/pac_divi_table_of_contents][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">The Pros and Cons of Small, Midsized, and Large Snorkeling Boats<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-485 size-full aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/mauisnorkeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/couple-snorkeling.jpg\" alt=\"Maui Snorkeling\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mauisnorkeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/couple-snorkeling.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mauisnorkeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/couple-snorkeling-980x490.jpg 980w, https:\/\/mauisnorkeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/couple-snorkeling-480x240.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Snorkeling in Maui is one of the best things to do as a family in Maui.<\/strong> The water temperature, the clarity, the large number of <strong>snorkeling boats<\/strong> in Maalaea Harbor, and Maui\u2019s proximity to the <a href=\"https:\/\/mauisnorkeling.com\/molokini-crater-tours\/\">Molokini Crater<\/a> make it a must for any vacation in Hawaii. There are dozens of <strong>snorkeling boat tours<\/strong> to choose from, and a little local insight can really help you choose what\u2019s best for your family.<\/p>\n<p>When you begin your search, the first thing to consider is the size of the snorkeling boat for your snorkeling tour in Maui. The options range from very small rafts with 5 people to massive boats with 160+ passengers. (It should be said at the outset that all boats running out of Ma&#8217;alaea Harbor are safe for the waters of Maui, or the U.S. Coast Guard wouldn\u2019t approve them.) We&#8217;ll outline the positives and negatives of each to help you decide what meets your needs.<\/p>\n<h2>Small Boats<\/h2>\n<h3>Pros:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Easy entry into the water &#8211; less simple when exiting the water<\/li>\n<li>Agile &#8211; easy to maneuver into tight locations<\/li>\n<li>Personal Attention &#8211; small customer counts<\/li>\n<li>Flexibility &#8211; easy to cancel with small numbers of passengers<\/li>\n<li>Semi-Private Snorkeling &#8211; not 100% private but close<\/li>\n<li>Fewer Activity Options &#8211; ideal for the &#8220;dive-only&#8221; crowd<\/li>\n<li>Most &#8220;in water&#8221; time<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Cons:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Increased likelihood of seasickness \u2013 Small Boat = More Bounce<\/li>\n<li>Limited ability to navigate rough seas<\/li>\n<li>Age limitations \u2013 May not be suitable for the youngest and\/or oldest<\/li>\n<li>Fewer meal options \u2013 Lack the amenities for meal prep<\/li>\n<li>Fewer equipment options \u2013 Limited room to carry boogie boards, slides, wetsuits, equipment<\/li>\n<li>No Bathrooms \u2013 DO NOT UNDERESTIMATE the value of a working \u201chead\u201d<\/li>\n<li>No storage space \u2013 Personal items are limited<\/li>\n<li>Limited ability to move around the boat\u2019<\/li>\n<li>Tendency to be slightly more expensive<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Midsized Boats<\/h2>\n<h3>Pros:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Calm entry and exit from water \u2013 Multiple entry and exit points on the boat<\/li>\n<li>Suitable for all ages<\/li>\n<li>Personal attention \u2013 Less personal than a small boat, but much more than a large boat<\/li>\n<li>Able to navigate rougher seas \u2013 Heavy boat = Less Rocking<\/li>\n<li>More activities and options \u2013 Large enough to store supplies, boogie boards, slides, food, beverage, \u201cnoodles,\u201d freshwater showers, storage space, cameras, video<\/li>\n<li>Meals often included<\/li>\n<li>Beverages often included<\/li>\n<li>Equipment often included<\/li>\n<li>Bathrooms \u2013 Working \u201cheads\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Increased shade<\/li>\n<li>Ability to walk around and move around freely<\/li>\n<li>Fishing is possible while Commuting<\/li>\n<li>Ideal for whale watching \u2013 Upper deck for optimal viewing<\/li>\n<li>Moderately priced<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Cons:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Less private \u2013 Up to 50 people at a time<\/li>\n<li>Less agile<\/li>\n<li>Slower moving<\/li>\n<li>All ages of participants<\/li>\n<li>General purpose boat \u2013 not just snorkeling and diving<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Large Boats<\/h2>\n<h3>Pros:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Various entry points and exit points to the water<\/li>\n<li>Cruise ship feeling \u2013 Large Spaces to move around<\/li>\n<li>Large passenger counts allow the large boats to charge less per passenger<\/li>\n<li>Smooth in rough seas<\/li>\n<li>More on-boat activities<\/li>\n<li>More extensive food and drink selection<\/li>\n<li>Significant amounts of shade<\/li>\n<li>Multiple levels<\/li>\n<li>Strong list of non-snorkeling activities<\/li>\n<li>More \u201ccommercial\u201d experience<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Cons:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Crowded in-water experience<\/li>\n<li>Lines for activities<\/li>\n<li>Lines for meals &amp; drinks;<\/li>\n<li>Delayed entry to water as lines of passengers enter the water<\/li>\n<li>Delayed exit of water as passengers line up to exit the water<\/li>\n<li>Less personal attention<\/li>\n<li>Later departure<\/li>\n<li>Less \u201cin-water\u201d time<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>So, the question was\u2026Does size matter when taking a snorkeling boat in Maui? It\u2019s pretty clear that size dramatically impacts the nature of your Maui snorkeling tour. Nooption is \u201cwrong\u201d. It\u2019s simply a matter of what is \u201cright\u201d for you. We have a strong opinion, but we realize that cost is sometimes more important than privacy and personal attention.<\/p>\n<p>Regardless, we can assure you that Maui offers some of the best snorkeling in<a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Hawaii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Hawaii!<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-89\" src=\"https:\/\/mauisnorkeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Maui-Snorkeling-Watershot-Logo-2-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"Maui Snorkeling Boat\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mauisnorkeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Maui-Snorkeling-Watershot-Logo-2-980x735.jpeg 980w, https:\/\/mauisnorkeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Maui-Snorkeling-Watershot-Logo-2-480x360.jpeg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u5c0f\u578b\u3001\u4e2d\u578b\u3001\u5927\u578b\u306e\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30ea\u30f3\u30b0 \u30dc\u30fc\u30c8\u306e\u9577\u6240\u3068\u77ed\u6240 \u30de\u30a6\u30a4\u5cf6\u3067\u306e\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30ea\u30f3\u30b0\u306f\u3001\u30de\u30a6\u30a4\u5cf6\u3067\u5bb6\u65cf\u3067\u697d\u3057\u3081\u308b\u6700\u9ad8\u306e\u30a2\u30af\u30c6\u30a3\u30d3\u30c6\u30a3\u306e 1 \u3064\u3067\u3059\u3002\u6c34\u6e29\u3001\u900f\u660e\u5ea6\u3001\u30de\u30a2\u30e9\u30a8\u30a2\u6e2f\u306e\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30ea\u30f3\u30b0 \u30dc\u30fc\u30c8\u306e\u591a\u3055\u3001\u30de\u30a6\u30a4\u5cf6\u3068\u30e2\u30ed\u30ad\u30cb\u5cf6\u306e\u8fd1\u3055\u306a\u3069\u3001\u3059\u3079\u3066\u304c\u9b45\u529b\u7684\u3067\u3059\u3002<\/p>","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":548,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">The Pros and Cons of Small, Midsized, and Large Snorkeling Boats<\/h2>\r\n<img class=\"wp-image-485 size-full aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/mauisnorkeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/couple-snorkeling.jpg\" alt=\"Maui Snorkeling\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" \/>\r\n\r\nSnorkeling in Maui is one of the best things to do as a family in Maui. The water temperature, the clarity, the large number of snorkeling boats in Maalaea Harbor, and Maui\u2019s proximity to the <a href=\"https:\/\/mauisnorkeling.com\/molokini-crater-tours\/\">Molokini Crater<\/a> makes it a must for any vacation in Hawaii. There are dozens of snorkeling boat tours to choose from and a little local insight can really help you choose what\u2019s best for your family.\r\n\r\nWhen you begin your search, the first thing to consider is the size of the snorkeling boat for your snorkeling tour in Maui. The options range from very small rafts with 5 people to massive boats with 160+ passengers. (It should be said at the outset, that all boats running out of Maalaea Harbor are safe for the waters of Maui or they wouldn\u2019t be approved by the U.S. Coast Guard.) I\u2019ll outline the positives and negatives of each to help you decide what meets your needs.\r\n<h2>Small Boats<\/h2>\r\n<h3>Pros:<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Easy entry into water - less simple when exiting water<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Agile - easy to maneuver into tight locations<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Personal Attention - small customer counts<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Flexibility - easy to cancel with small numbers of passengers<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Semi-Private Snorkeling - not 100% private but close<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Fewer Activity Options - ideal for the \"dive-only\" crowd<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Most \"in water\" time<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3>Cons:<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Increased likelihood of sea sickness \u2013 Small Boat = More Bounce<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Limited ability to navigate rough seas<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Age limitations \u2013 May not be suitable for the youngest and\/or oldest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Fewer meal options \u2013 Lack the amenities for meal prep<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Fewer equipment options \u2013 Limited room to carry boogie boards, slides, wetsuit, equipment<\/li>\r\n \t<li>No Bathrooms \u2013 DO NOT UNDERESTIMATE the value of a working \u201chead\u201d<\/li>\r\n \t<li>No storage space \u2013 Personal items limited<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Limited ability to move around the boat\u2019<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Tendency to be slightly more expensive<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2>Midsized Boats<\/h2>\r\n<h3>Pros:<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Calm entry and exit from water \u2013 Multiple entry and exit points on the boat<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Suitable for all ages<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Personal attention \u2013 Less personal than a small boat, but much more than a large boat<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Able to navigate rougher seas \u2013 Heavy boat = Less Rocking<\/li>\r\n \t<li>More activities and options \u2013 Large enough to store supplies, boogie boards, slides, food, beverage, \u201cnoodles\u201d, freshwater showers, storage space, cameras, video<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Meals often included<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Beverages often included<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Equipment often included<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bathrooms \u2013 Working \u201cheads\u201d<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Increased shade<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Ability to walk around and move around freely<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Fishing possible while Commuting<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Ideal for whale watching \u2013 Upper deck for optimal viewing<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Moderately priced<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3>Cons:<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Less private \u2013 Up to 50 people at a time<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Less agile<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Slower moving<\/li>\r\n \t<li>All ages of participants<\/li>\r\n \t<li>General purpose boat \u2013 not just snorkeling and diving<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2>Large Boats<\/h2>\r\n<h3>Pros:<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Various entry points and exit points to the water<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Cruise ship feeling \u2013 Large Spaces to move around<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Large passenger counts allow the large boats to charge less per passenger<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Smooth in rough seas<\/li>\r\n \t<li>More on-boat activities<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Larger food and drink selection<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Significant amounts of shade<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Multiple levels<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Strong list of non-snorkeling activities<\/li>\r\n \t<li>More \u201ccommercial\u201d experience<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3>Cons:<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Crowded in-water experience<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Lines for activities<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Lines for meals & drinks;<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Delayed entry to water as lines of passengers enter the water<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Delayed exit of water as passengers lineup to exit the water<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Less personal attention<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Later departure<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Less \u201cin-water\u201d time<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSo, the question was\u2026Does size matter when taking a snorkeling boat in Maui? 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