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5-Hour Molokini Wild Side Adventure with Breakfast & Lunch [Summer]

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Highlights

Embark on a 5-hour ocean safari expedition! Snorkel at the lesser-explored side of Molokini & beyond

Includes breakfast, freshly prepared lunch, beverages and 2 alcoholic drinks

Exciting snorkeling experience for those with moderate to advanced skills

Ocean Explorer is a 54-foot power catamaran with open seating, warm showers, and restrooms

Departs from Maalaea Harbor, central Maui. Available from May-Nov.

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Best tour ever the highlight of my family vacation

2021/07/31

Families Diane Hunter

The best tour ever !!! Emma josh and captain was the best coordinators of the tour We went to four wonderful snorkeling spots The food , crew , fish talk all was just spectacular!!!!

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Overview

Maui

6 hour(s)

Available Sat

Pick-up not available

Not Accessible

What to expect

Experience the best snorkeling cruise that Maui has to offer and explore less frequently visited areas around Molokini Crater. A 5-hour small-group snorkeling adventure tailored for experienced snorkelers. Breakfast, lunch, and beverages included.

Explore the top snorkeling spots in Maui with PacWhale Eco-Adventures from May to November. Join a 5-hour snorkel expedition for unforgettable encounters with Maui's marine life and snorkel at two different spots. The tour is designed to maximize snorkeling and wildlife searching. The boat is fast, comfortable, and comes with warm showers, restrooms, and open seating. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, and cold beverages on this epic adventure.

Why do travelers choose this tour?

Discover the lesser-known side of Maui's famed Molokini Crater on this small group expedition. Explore hidden spots inaccessible to larger vessels. Dive into the waters for breathtaking ocean views and encounter diverse marine life. Perfect for advanced ocean enthusiasts seeking a unique and memorable experience!

The tour offers top-notch snorkel gear, including optical masks for eyeglass wearers and flotation devices. The expert crew is certified lifeguards and trained in CPR/First Aid, providing snorkel 101 lessons. Enjoy wildlife insights and guided experiences led by our onboard naturalists.

Guests can enjoy a continental breakfast with overnight oats and banana bread, Maui Gold pineapple, juice, and coffee. For lunch, there's a choice of grilled BBQ items onboard like chicken, smoked pork, vegan burgers, or hot dogs, served with potato mac salad, edamame slaw, and dessert.

Where will we snorkel?

The daily itinerary adjusts based on ocean conditions for optimal snorkeling at Maui’s coast and Molokini. Besides Molokini, the Captain might take you to a coastal snorkel site where turtles rest and get cleaned by reef fish. Other possible snorkel sites are Molokini crater dramatic backwall, the most recent lava flows off Maui of the Ahihi-Kinau Reserve, or other geological wonders of volcanic formation. While wildlife sightings can't be guaranteed, you may see Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles, dolphins, sharks, and rays.

Local expert tips

Please be aware that this trip is best suited for intermediate to advanced adventurers. Non-swimmers, pregnant women, and individuals with heart conditions, neck, back, knee problems, or mobility issues are not advised to participate.
Children under the age of 7 are not allowed on the tour.
What to bring: Swimming suit, towel, sunglasses, hat, light jacket, credit card. Note: The vessel is CASHLESS for purchases.
2mm thick wetsuit tops, and binoculars are available for rent.

What type of boat is used?

The Ocean Explorer is a 54 foot power catamaran that is certified for 49 passengers but limited to 34 for comfort. This high-tech, eco-friendly catamaran features open, front stadium seating offering excellent wildlife viewing, a shaded galley and serving area as well as on-board restrooms.

Standard Package

USD 198.15

Child (Age 7-12)

USD 150.76

• Departure time: 7:45AM
• Duration: 5 hours
• Head out early in the morning and snorkel at two different Maui locations
• Make your way across the water with opportunities to snorkel, sightsee, and spot marine wildlife
• Stay refreshed with unlimited soda, juice, water, and two alcoholic beverages
• Includes a tasty breakfast & hearty BBQ lunch. Please click on [View details] for the menu.

Child (Age 7-12)

USD 150.76

Overview

Morning

6 hour(s)

Available Sat

Without pick-up

Continental breakfast, Lunch

Not Accessible

Inclusions: Soft drinks / Juice / Coffee / Continental breakfast / Lunch / Two (2) alcoholic beverages / Expert crew are certified as lifeguards and in CPR/First Aid. / Premium snorkel gear, including optical masks for eyeglass wearers. / Snorkel 101 lesson and floatation devices. / Onboard Jr. Naturalist Program for kids / Two restrooms and a warm shower onboard

Schedule

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07:00

Check-in at the Maʻalaea Harbor Shops

07:45

Morning Molokini Wild Side Snorkel (5 hrs)

12:45

Check-out

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Important activity information

To ensure the best experience, please read the restrictions and requirements before booking.

Important activity information

Restrictions

This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
Children 7 years old and above can participate in this activity.
Guests must know how to swim to participate in this activity.
Please note as an intermediate to advanced adventure, this trip is not recommended for non-swimmers, pregnant women, people with heart conditions, neck, back, knee or mobility issues.

Other requirements

Minors are required to have a parent or guardian sign their liability waiver.

Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)

You can book a maximum of 34.

Required items to bring & attire

Swimming attire
Sunglasses
Towel
Reef Safe/Mineral Based Sunscreen
Bring a Credit card. The vessels are CASHLESS for purchases. Cash will graciously be accepted for gratuities only

Additional notes

The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
The menu is subject to change without notice.
The tour guide has full discretion to refuse service to customers based on attire, behavior, physical fitness and condition.
Gratuity is not included in the price.
If you are driving on your own, you will be required to pay a parking fee.

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Activity Provider PacWhale Eco-Adventures

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Payment / Cancellation Policy

Payment Methods

Credit card payment

Cancellation Policy

Any cancellations made after 15:00 local time, 3 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.

Change Policy

Any changes made after 15:00 local time, 3 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount. This includes, but not limited to, change of the activity date/ time, package, the number of participants, etc.

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