Sunrise Deluxe Molokini Snorkel Tour

Experience Snorkeling Molokini Without the Crowds!

The adventure begins on shore with locally-roasted Maui Coffee Roasters coffee, Ghirardelli hot chocolate, and fresh warm cinnamon rolls from Maui's beloved Cinnamon Roll Place, all while watching the sun rise over Haleakalā and the Big Island. Then it's a short 15-minute boat ride to Molokini — a partially submerged volcanic crater and protected marine conservation area just 3 miles (4.8 km) off the South Maui coast. With up to 200 feet (61 m) of visibility and 250+ species of fish, you'll have roughly 45 minutes of pristine solitude in the clearest water in all of Hawaii before the crowds arrive. Later in the morning, roughly 1,000–1,500 snorkelers typically fill the same waters.

After Molokini, the tour heads to Turtle Town along the Makena Coast, where Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles stop at natural "cleaning stations" to have the algae scrubbed from their shells by tropical fish — a remarkable behavior you can observe up close. Keep your eyes open for parrotfish, yellow tangs, eels, octopuses, and even spinner dolphins. In winter months (November–April), humpback whale sightings are common from the boat.

Breakfast is plated and served in three courses throughout the morning: a yogurt parfait with granola, blueberries, and honey followed by a full hot course of egg bites or scrambled eggs, breakfast sausage, potatoes, and pico de gallo. The open bar opens after snorkeling, featuring POGmosas (passion fruit, orange, and guava juice with champagne), bloody marys, juices, and soft drinks. The tour wraps up with a leisurely cruise down the Makena coastline, returning you to shore by late morning — with your entire day still ahead of you!

Duration of Adventure

1. 3.5 Hours
   
2. Please arrive 15 minutes before your departure time to check in and load onto the boat!
   

Location / Where to Meet

1. Check in/ Departure Address: Maluaka Beach, 5400 Makena Alanui, Kihei, HI 96753
   

• Free parking is available to guests in the gravel parking lot at the end of Makena Keonoio road (off of Makena Alanui Road) if you choose to drive to the departure location.
  
• There is the option to book your tour with pick up from certain hotels at checkout. Please be sure to select the earlier tour option that says need pickup.
• The 65-foot luxury catamaran departs directly from Maluaka Beach in Makena. There are no boat harbors in South Maui, so guests "beach-load" — wading through the shallow surf to board. Your guides are expert beach-loaders and will assist every guest safely. Expect to get your feet and lower legs wet during boarding and exiting. Sandals or flip-flops you can easily remove are recommended.
  
• There are no public restrooms at the beach loading area — plan accordingly before arriving.
  

Ages & Requirements

1. All ages are welcome. Infants 0–1 are free.
   
2. Guests must be able to climb a few stairs to board the catamaran and walk through shallow surf during beach-loading.
   
3. Expect to get your feet and lower legs wet during boarding and exiting. Sandals or flip-flops you can easily remove are recommended.
   

What's Included

1. Experienced  Crew & Captain
   
2. Transportation to the Boat Pick Up Location – PLEASE select the tour option labeled as "needs pickup" at checkout.
3. Two snorkeling locations: Molokini Crater and Turtle Town (Makena Coast)
   
4. Three-course plated breakfast (cinnamon rolls & fresh Maui fruit → yogurt parfait → full hot breakfast)
   
5. Open bar (mimosas, bloody marys, coffee, tea, hot chocolate, juices, and soft drinks)
   
6. Quality Snorkeling Gear (Mask, Snorkel, & Fins)
   
7. Experienced guides and naturalists
   
8. Boat ride to Molokini and along the Makena coastline
   

Not Included

• Gratuity - Never expected but if you have a great experience, please consider gifting 10-25% to your guide and captains!
  
• If you need a prescription mask, please rent from a dive shop ahead of your tour time!
  
• There is the option to rent GoPros for an extra fee at checkout.
  
• You can also purchase trip protection at checkout for an extra fee.
  

What to Bring / Wear

• Swimsuit
  
• Towel
  
• Reef-Safe Sunscreen
  
• Extra layers of clothing - sweatshirts and warm hats
  
• Dry bag
  
• Snacks & Water
  
• Required paperwork - Signed medical form if required, waivers, etc.
  
• Waterproof Camera - The company is not responsible for any damaged or lost items.
  
• Seasickness medications - If you are prone to seasickness, it is recommended to take sea sickness medication at least 30 minutes to 1 hour before the scheduled boat time. It is too late to take the medication if you are already seasick on the boat.
  
• Please remove any jewelry, watches, or anything that can get damaged by water or you don’t want to lose.
  

Wildlife Guidelines

Turtles, rays, sharks, seals, and dolphins are all protected species in Hawaii. You are not allowed to chase, harass, feed, or TOUCH any of the marine species. Please enjoy their company if they approach from a distance and calmly move away from them if in their path. Please also be respectful of the fact that coral is a living organism and any standing, touching, or knocking over will irreparably damage the organism that takes a very long time to grow and is essential to our marine reefs.

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