Snorkeling Tour for Non-Swimmers & First Time Snorkelers - Wailea Beach

Yes — all guides are CPR-certified and experienced locals with deep knowledge of Maui's reefs, marine life, and Hawaiian culture. They are trained to support guests of all ability levels and comfort levels in the water.

Maui's south shore reefs are home to Hawaiian green sea turtles (honu), spotted eagle rays, moray eels, octopus, starfish, and a wide variety of colorful reef fish including butterfly fish, triggerfish, and parrotfish. Dolphin sightings, while not guaranteed, have also been reported by guests.

Snorkeling conditions are generally good year-round in Maui. Morning tours tend to have the calmest water and best visibility. Summer months (May–September) typically offer the flattest conditions, while winter swells (November–March) can occasionally affect certain spots. Guides monitor conditions daily and will move locations or reschedule if needed.

You can snorkel with a beard or mustache, but facial hair can prevent a tight seal between the mask and your face, which may cause water to leak in. It is often recommended to shave at least your mustache before going out. If you'd prefer not to shave, bring petroleum jelly or chapstick — coating your mustache can help create a better seal and prevent water from getting in.

You can't wear glasses with a snorkel mask, but contacts are totally fine and often the best option for seeing clearly underwater. If you have a prescription mask, feel free to bring it — rental shops typically don't carry them. Fun fact: everything appears about 25% larger and closer underwater, which helps visibility a bit even without correction.

Common sunscreens contain chemicals — including oxybenzone, octinoxate, and parabens — that can harm coral reefs, as the particles are small enough to be absorbed by corals, causing toxicity and bleaching. Please use reef-safe sunscreen. Reef-SAFE sunscreens go a step further by using non-nano particles, which are too large for corals to ingest. Consider wearing a long-sleeve rash guard as an alternative to sunscreen. If you choose a mineral-based sunscreen, ensure it is labeled 'non-nano.'

No — this tour is designed specifically for non-swimmers and first-timers. You'll wear a life jacket the entire time and have a large inflatable surfboard nearby for support. Your guide stays with you the whole time and goes at your pace. No swimming experience is required.

Your guide will be right beside you throughout the tour. There is no pressure to go further than you are comfortable with. The big surfboard is always available to rest on, and many guests find they gain confidence quickly once they realize how calm and supported the experience is.

Yes. We adjust the pace and support for every guest, including those with limited mobility or anxiety.