Half-Day West Maui Snorkeling Tour
PRICE FROM
$166.31
/ guest
Dive into Maui’s tropical waters, discover vibrant marine life, and enjoy a relaxing catamaran cruise filled with unforgettable moments above and below the surface.
4.8 stars (3,086 reviews)
Duration
Approximately 4.5 hours
Ages
All Ages
Daily Departures
8:00 AM
Year Round
Daily
Beach Loading
Kaʻanapali Beach
Half-Day West Maui Snorkeling Tour
4.8 stars (3,086 reviews)
Kaʻanapali Beach
4.5 hours
All Ages
8:00 AM
Year round
Experience West Maui Snorkeling in Hawaii
Fill your Hawaiian vacation with unforgettable experiences like Sea Maui’s West Maui Snorkeling Adventure. Our Maui, Hawaii snorkeling tours begin from Ka’anapali Beach in front of Whaler’s Village near Leilani’s. Then, you will set off in search of West Maui’s best snorkeling site, and while doing so, you will be offered meals prepared by Cafe Jai.
While underway , keep your eyes open for Hawaiian spinner and bottlenose dolphins, and during the winter months, you can look for the humpback whales that migrate from Alaska to the warm Maui waters.
Get to know Sea Maui’s West Maui Snorkeling Adventure below!
Explore Maui’s Best Snorkeling Spots
Your captain will choose the best snorkeling location based on the day’s weather and ocean conditions. You may visit popular spots like Honolua Bay, Cliff House, Oluwalu, or Mala Wharf, with the exact location varying from day to day.
Swim With Tropical Marine Life
Gear up with provided snorkeling equipment and dive into Maui’s vibrant underwater world. Swim among colorful tropical fish, explore beautiful reefs, and keep an eye out for Hawaiian green sea turtles, known locally as “Honu.”
Watch for Seasonal Wildlife
The ocean may have a few surprises in store! During whale season from December through April, you may have the opportunity to spot humpback whales during the cruise. Other marine wildlife may also make an appearance along the way.
Relax With Lunch & Drinks
After your time in the water, climb back aboard and enjoy a delicious lunch prepared by Cafe Jai. Sip on local beers, handcrafted cocktails, and other beverages from the premium open bar while cruising back toward Ka’anapali Beach. Photography services are also available to capture memories of your adventure.
What to Expect
West Maui Snorkeling
Breakfast, Lunch, Open Bar
1
Beach Check-In
Meet us at Whalers Village 30 minutes before departure.
2
Beach Boarding
Walk directly from Kaʻanapali Beach onto our open air catamaran.
3
Find Your Snorkel Spot
Cruise to one of Maui’s beautiful snorkeling sites, with the captain selecting the best location based on the day’s weather and water conditions.
4
Explore Underwater
Dive in with provided snorkeling gear and swim among colorful tropical fish, vibrant reefs, and Hawaiian green sea turtles. During December through April, keep an eye out for migrating humpback whales.
5
Cruise Back & Relax
Enjoy breakfast or lunch from Cafe Jai, along with drinks from our premium open bar, as you relax on the leisurely cruise back to Kaʻanapali Beach. Optional onboard photography is available to capture your adventure.
PRICE FROM
$166.31
/ guest
Experience West Maui Snorkeling in Hawaii
Explore Maui’s Best Snorkeling Spots
Your captain will choose the best snorkeling location based on the day’s weather and ocean conditions. You may visit popular spots like Honolua Bay, Cliff House, Oluwalu, or Mala Wharf, with the exact location varying from day to day.
Swim With Tropical Marine Life
Gear up with provided snorkeling equipment and dive into Maui’s vibrant underwater world. Swim among colorful tropical fish, explore beautiful reefs, and keep an eye out for Hawaiian green sea turtles, known locally as “Honu.”
Watch for Seasonal Wildlife
The ocean may have a few surprises in store! During whale season from December through April, you may have the opportunity to spot humpback whales during the cruise. Other marine wildlife may also make an appearance along the way.
Relax With Lunch & Drinks
After your time in the water, climb back aboard and enjoy a delicious lunch prepared by Cafe Jai. Sip on local beers, handcrafted cocktails, and other beverages from the premium open bar while cruising back toward Ka’anapali Beach. Photography services are also available to capture memories of your adventure.
Frequently Asked Questions
View More FAQsTo begin your West Maui Snorkel Adventure, make your way to Ka’anapali Beach. Be sure to arrive half an hour earlier than your set schedule. Sea Maui has an easy-to-find check-in location at The Whaler’s Village Shopping Center since it is the only boat with a physical location on the beach. In addition, it is the only boat with 4 hours of free parking validation.
The kiosk is located along the beach walk at Whaler’s Village between Leilani’s and Hula Grill. There, you will meet your expert guide and group if you prefer to join other people. You also have an option to go with your private group through Sea Maui’s private charters. Check out the available private charters you can book on our site.
This half-day snorkeling trip already includes breakfast and lunch for the guests on board provided by Cafe Jai. You can check their menu below. Their delicious meals can satisfy the cravings you have for the day. The food ensures that you have a full stomach on the trip, while your eyes are also filled with stunning marine life underwater.
All the snorkeling equipment is provided, so you would not have to worry about where you can rent or buy for this ocean adventure. You will have your skin taken care of as sunscreen is also given to guests to avoid sunburn. So wear your swimsuit and be ready to get wet!
During your West Maui snorkel excursion, you will be taken to any of the following snorkeling sites:
- Honolua Bay
- Cliff House
- Oluwalu
- Mala Wharf
- Makulei’a Bay
- Kapalua Bay
Depending on the weather and water condition, you can visit other snorkeling sites in Maui within 4.5 hours.
What makes a snorkeling adventure even more fun? Drinks on board, of course! The West Maui Snorkel Adventure includes a full open bar for all guests aged 21+ with proper ID.
- We offer two local beers you can enjoy while you marvel over the beautiful Maui Sea, plus a selection of white wine, champagne, bourbon, light rum, dark rum, and vodka. In addition, there will be crafted drinks just for your liking.
- We can create many different cocktails such as Maitai’s, Maui Mules, etc. Whatever your preference, our open bar can serve you to make your stay in Maui more perfect and memorable.
Kids and visitors who prefer non-alcoholic beverages can also enjoy our open bar as it includes soft drinks, lemonade, passion orange guava juice, water, and coffee.
- Wearing a hat can help you get more shade during the tour! Wearing a chin strap may be your best option for keeping your hat on while the boat is moving or if there is wind! Waterproof materials and broad-brimmed hats are excellent choices.
- A shirt with a light jacket and shorts is recommended additionally a light rain jacket.
- We also provide complimentary reef-safe sunscreen in case you forget your zinc or mineral-based product.
BREAKFAST MENU
- SCRAMBLED EGGS
- BACON & BREAKFAST SAUSAGE
- WHITE RICE
BREAKFAST MENU
- ULI-HULI CHICKEN (Soy)
- CAESAR SALAD w/DRESSING, CROUTONS, & LEMONS
- VEGGIE PASTA (Gluten)
- DINNER ROLLS (Gluten)
- CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES (Gluten)
We are a beach loading catamaran so we are unable to accommodate anyone with mobility issues.
- 48 hours notice of cancellation required for a full refund. You MUST call to cancel. (808) SEA-MAUI.
- Once within the 48 hour window no refunds will be honored.
- Customers will receive a full refund in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
- No-shows will be charged the full price.
- Private charters and other special events (New Years Eve, 4th of July, etc.) will require 7 days notice for a refund.
- Third party vouchers or tickets not sold by Sea Maui may have additional refund restrictions out of our control, Sea Maui is NOT responsible for the refunding of any payment taken by a third party vendor.
