Maui Snorkeling Tours

Enjoy an early morning snorkel sail in the calm waters off West Maui on a luxury catamaran with breakfast included.

• Everything you get: Make the most of calm morning seas on an express 3-hour snorkel sail to West Maui’s top snorkeling sites. Enjoy guided snorkeling with marine naturalists and certified crew members, from a luxury catamaran with shaded seating and panoramic views, plus a premium continental breakfast with Maui coffee and juices.
• Why choose this: Beat the crowds and swim in the calm waters early morning with smoother seas, guided reef time, and an early return that frees up the rest of your day in Maui.

Inclusions #

• 3-hour snorkel cruise off West Maui

• Early morning sail

• Guided snorkeling in tranquil morning waters

• Expert marine naturalist guides

• State-of-the-art luxury sailing catamaran with shaded areas

• Premium continental breakfast onboard

• Freshly brewed Maui coffee

• Tropical juices

Exclusions #

• Gratuities

• Transportation to/from the boarding point

What to bring

• You must present a valid photo ID that matches the name on your booking.
• Please bring reef-safe sunscreen, along with sunglasses and a hat for sun protection.

Additional information

• The experience lasts approximately three hours from departure to return.
• Wildlife sightings, including Hawaiian green sea turtles, may occur but cannot be guaranteed, and some species are seasonal.
• Morning conditions can be cooler, so plan your attire accordingly.

5-hour West Maui snorkel sail in a luxury catamaran with premium gear, chef-made meals, and an open bar.

• Everything you get: Luxury catamaran sail to a premier West Maui reef, premium snorkel equipment, continental breakfast, chef-inspired BBQ lunch, local coffee, sodas, tropical juices, filtered water, and an open bar with beer, wine, and Mai Tais.
• Why choose this: Relax on a comfortable catamaran, snorkel vibrant reefs with quality gear, and enjoy meals and drinks included for an easy, all-in-one ocean day.
• Upgrades: Extend your adventure to a cruise that covers two snorkel sites for added reef time and variety, along with the open bar, breakfast, and lunch.

Inclusions #

• 5-hour luxury catamaran snorkel sail

• Premium snorkel equipment

• Freshly brewed local coffee

• Continental breakfast

• Chef-inspired BBQ lunch (Menu)

• Sodas and tropical juices

• Water

• Open bar with beer, wine, and Mai Tais

• Two snorkel sites covered (as per option selected)

Exclusions #

• Gratuities

What to bring

• Please bring a valid photo ID if you plan to consume alcoholic beverages during the tour.
• You should also have your confirmation or voucher with the meeting details available for check-in.

What’s not allowed

• Outside food and beverages are not permitted onboard.

Additional information

• If you require a vegetarian meal, you must request it at least 24 hours prior to departure.
• Any guest who wishes to consume alcohol must be 21 years of age or older and present a valid photo ID.
• Children aged 5 and under are permitted when accompanied by a paying adult.
• Refer to your final voucher for the exact check-in time, meeting location, and boarding instructions.

Snorkel two of Maui’s signature reefs in one trip, with gear, guidance, and fresh meals included on a smooth catamaran cruise.

• Everything you get: Catamaran cruise to Molokini and Turtle Arches, all snorkel gear with optical masks, "Learn to Snorkel" beginner lesson with flotation aids, naturalist insights, a floating mat or waterslide, plus continental breakfast, grilled BBQ lunch, and beverages included.
• Why choose this: Explore two top Maui snorkel sites in one outing with lessons, quality gear, and onboard meals, an ideal choice for first-timers and families.
• Upgrades: Choose your adventure level. Turtle arches and Molokini for a more beginner-friendly experience, or the Turtle adventure and Molokini snorkel for a deeper exploration.

Inclusions #

• Snorkeling at Molokini and Turtle Arches

• Expert lifeguard-certified crew

• Onboard marine naturalist guides

• Premium snorkel gear with optical masks

• Beginner Snorkel 101 lessons and flotation devices

• Floating ocean mat or water slide

• Jr. Naturalist Program for kids

• Continental breakfast

• BBQ lunch grilled onboard (Menu)

• Unlimited soda, juice, and filtered water

• One premium adult beverage (for those 21+ with a valid ID)

Exclusions #

• Gratuities

• Binoculars (available for rent onsite, subject to availability)

• 2mm wetsuit tops (available for rent onsite)

What to bring

• Please bring sunglasses, a hat, a light jacket, a towel, and reef-safe sunscreen to stay comfortable throughout the trip.
• Bring a credit or debit card for any onboard purchases, as vessels are cashless; cash is accepted for crew gratuities only.

What’s not allowed

• Full-face snorkel masks are not permitted for safety reasons.
• Smoking or vaping is not allowed anywhere onboard the vessel.
• Guests may not stand on benches or chairs, sit on railings, tables, counters, or chair backs, and children are not allowed to sit on anyone’s shoulders.

Accessibility

• If you are under a doctor’s care or have cardiac, respiratory, high blood pressure, or mobility concerns, please consult your healthcare professional before participating and inform the crew prior to departure.

Additional information

• Check in 45 minutes before your scheduled departure time.
• All guests are required to use the snorkel gear provided by PacWhale.
• Wear low or flat-soled shoes for safety and comfort onboard.
• Onboard purchases require a credit or debit card, as vessels are cashless; cash is accepted for gratuities only.

Small-group and adventurous raft snorkel to the Molokini crater and Turtle Reef with expert crew and onboard meals.

• Everything you get: Ride a fast, low-to-the-water raft to two snorkel sites, the Molokini crater and Turtle Reef. Premium gear and a learn-to-snorkel class are included, with naturalist insights. Enjoy breakfast and a grilled onboard lunch, plus soft drinks and two adult beverages.
• Why choose this: Two iconic Maui snorkeling sites in one outing, with close-to-water viewing, expert safety support, and hearty meals included.

Inclusions #

• 5-hour intermediate snorkeling tour on an adventure raft

• Expert crew certified as lifeguards and in CPR/First Aid

• Onboard naturalists providing wildlife interpretation and guided experiences

• Premium snorkel gear, including optical masks for eyeglass wearers

• Captain-led "Learn to Snorkel" and flotation devices

• Jr. Naturalist Program for kids

• Breakfast

• Grilled lunch onboard (Menu)

• Unlimited soda, juice, and filtered water

• Two premium alcoholic beverages for guests 21+ with ID (Maui Brewing Co. beer or tropical seltzer)

Exclusions #

• Gratuities

• Binoculars (available for rent onsite, subject to availability)

• 2mm wetsuit tops (available for rent onsite)

What to bring

• Please bring a towel, sunglasses, a hat, and a light jacket to stay comfortable throughout the trip.
• Use reef-safe or mineral-based sunscreen to protect marine life, or purchase it onboard if needed.
• Wear low or flat-soled shoes to ensure safe footing while moving around the vessel.
• Guests aged 21 and over who plan to consume alcohol must carry a valid photo ID.

Accessibility

• Children under the age of 7 are not permitted on this experience.
• The tour is not recommended for pregnant guests.
• Guests with heart conditions or neck, back, knee, or mobility concerns are advised not to participate.
• This experience is not recommended for non-swimmers.

What’s not allowed

• Full-face snorkel masks are not permitted onboard.
• Smoking or vaping of any kind is strictly prohibited.
• Children are not allowed to sit on an adult’s shoulders while onboard.

Additional information

• The cruise sails from Maʻalaea aboard the Ocean Explorer.
• The vessel operates cashlessly for purchases, requiring a credit or debit card, while cash is accepted only for gratuities.
• An onboard bar is available, and guests aged 21 and over receive two alcoholic beverages with valid ID.
• Weather and ocean conditions may impact the itinerary, and humpback whale sightings are seasonal.
• A safety briefing is provided onboard, and all guests are required to use the snorkel gear supplied by PacWhale.
• Guests should keep one hand free for a railing when moving around the vessel and remain hydrated during the trip.
• Wetsuit tops and binoculars are available for rent onboard at an additional cost.