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All Reviews for Maui Snorkeling Tours for Beginners in Maui

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135 reviews

Guided Maui Snorkeling Tour to Olowalu with Breakfast, Lunch & Drinks - Trilogy

Solo snorkel in Maui

Reviewed by: Bebe, 2024/04/09

I was nervous about taking this tour since I’ve never snorkeled before and can barely swim. But I figured if nothing else, I could just enjoy the boat ride. Well, not only did I enjoy the boat ride, which was lovely, but ALSO. One of the crew members talked me into putting on a snorkeling mask and “just looking” into the water...OMG! I’m so glad I did. There were so many sea turtles and fish...it was amazing, truly life-changing. I can’t wait to go snorkeling again!! Oh, and also, the food was fantastic. Go on this tour!!

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
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Guided Maui Snorkeling Tour to Olowalu with Breakfast, Lunch & Drinks - Trilogy

Wow!

Reviewed by: Sara & Petey, 2024/03/28

What an amazing adventure. From the moment we set sail it was one delight after another. The ocean was a little bit rough at first, but they distracted us with these AMAZING cinnamon rolls (please give me the recipe!!) for breakfast. The crew were SOOO nice. When we got to Olowalu, they gave us all snorkeling equipment and showed us how to use them. It was weird at first, but so worth it! There were so many tropical fish it was like a postcard! We saw a bunch of sea turtles and even a manta ray! Nature is so beautiful, and I’m so glad I got to see it on this tour.

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Attended as: Couples
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Guided Maui Snorkeling Tour to Olowalu with Breakfast, Lunch & Drinks - Trilogy

Weekend fun in the sun~

Reviewed by: Lily B., 2024/03/25

Loved this trip. A bit on the expensive side but worth every penny. Food was delicious, especially breakfast. Water was clear and warm. We saw an “underwater cleaning station” where turtles go to get “cleaned” by other fish. The crew was attentive, encouraging and helpful. I have snorkeled before, but some of the other passengers had not, so they got lots of help. Definitely recommend this tour.

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Attended as: Friends
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Deluxe Molokini Snorkel Cruise with Breakfast & BBQ Lunch - Four Winds Maui

Snorkeling trip

Reviewed by: Doug Gruber, 2023/12/30

The snorkeling was very crowded. Can’t count the number of times I got hit in the head with one of their little glass bottom floating devises. Had to quit early because the waves were getting to big. Not their fault I know. The food wasn’t good and some of my family members had moldy buns. Did get to see some whales and turtles.

Comments from activity operators

Aloha,

Thank for your choosing the Four Winds.

I'm sorry you felt the snorkeling location was crowded; Christmas time is the busiest time of the year on Maui, as I'm sure you could tell by the plane ride over.

Our hot BBQ lunch is a staple on our vessel, I am so sorry to hear that this wasn't the case for you and your family. I will be sure to pass your comment on to our management team.

Aloha,
Nikki

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2023/12/28
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Calypso Maui Deluxe Cruise - Snorkel at Molokini Crater & Turtle Town Adventure

Great trip!

Reviewed by: Jimmleh, 2023/11/14

Fun crew that made it easy for everyone from 5 to 75. Only thing missing was information from the crew on the history and stories about Maui and the islands surrounding it.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/11/12
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モロキニ島シュノーケリング&セーリングツアー グラスボトム完備で海中も楽しめる<午前/朝食付き/英語ガイド>

良いけど、最高って訳でもない

Reviewed by: 体験者, 2023/10/01

珊瑚礁が思っていたより小さかった。
ハワイ島のケアウホウ湾の縮小版って感じた。
グラスボトムは、結構傷があって写真ほど、綺麗には見えない。
食事やクルーの感じは、悪くはない。楽しめるよう気を使ってくれる。
駐車場は有料。料金はSECURITY という支払い場所でカード等で支払うか、ツアー受付にQRコードがあるので、それを使って支払う。
QRコードを使ったのだが、支払いがGoogle pay しかなく(見逃したかも)、たまたま残金があったからすぐに支払えた。
ただ、5から6時間(早く行くと12時まで6時間必要になる)を設定するのに手間取った。その他を選んで12時までの範囲を選択するだけだが、動きが悪く、苦労した。
で、最もダメだったのが、車のナンバーを入力しようとした際、全角文字入力になったが支払いできてしまったこと。下船したらレッカー移動されていた。
クルーに聞いても、SECURITY に連絡するように言われるだけ。SECURITY に連絡してもお昼過ぎじゃないと留守電になる。車はキヘイの廃車置き場に移動されるので、道のり8. 6mileもある。
なので、レッカー車が来たときに必死に頼み込んで、つれていってもらった。
半角文字での入力。とても大事。

Comments from activity operators

Aloha,

Maalaea Harbor parking is run by a company called Secure Parking Hawaii. I am very sorry to hear they towed your vehicle. We unfortunately have zero connection with their services... this is why our crew was unable to assist. The parking company also have a pay station at the harbor if you are unable to pay with your personal device. I wish there was a way we were able to assist guests with this, but it completely out of our control.

Mahalo,
Nikki

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2023/09/18
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モロキニ島シュノーケリングクルーズ モロキニクレーター&タートルタウン マウイ島主要エリアへの送迎オプションあり <朝食・昼食付き/英語ガイド/マアラエア港発>

モロキニ島シュノーケリング

Reviewed by: すばる, 2023/09/21

ツアー全体はとても楽しく、海からのマウイ島も迫力十分の景色でした。
しかしモロキニ島のサンゴ礁は思っていた印象より色が少なく地球温暖化の
影響が出ていると感じました。(少し残念!)

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/09/19
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Deluxe Molokini Snorkel Cruise with Breakfast & BBQ Lunch - Four Winds Maui

Beautiful setting, but the boat ride and crew left something to be desired.

Reviewed by: Anonymous, 2023/08/19

Loved Molokini, but the boat experience was just okay. The crew seemed short/curt and not very welcoming. There was one crew member that was absolutely wonderful, friendly, and inviting. It also felt like a heavy sales pitch once you boarded. Everything, from additional gear (wet suit), scuba, photos, all costs extra and it's not cheap. Food was just okay. Also, know that when you snorkel, they limit you to how far from the boat you can go. All that said, the water and natural beauty was incredible. I recommend it for that reason alone.

Comments from activity operators

Thank you for choosing the Four Winds. Safety is always our top priority, so we do let our guests know what the safe parameters are, as far as the distance you can swim away from the boat. This is only to protect our guests and to make sure everyone is safe.

Mahalo!

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2023/07/26
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Deluxe Molokini Snorkel Cruise with Breakfast & BBQ Lunch - Four Winds Maui

Great experience especially with young kids. See-through boats for our 2 and 4 year olds were outstanding. Crew was great too.

Reviewed by: Z Living , 2023/07/17

Great experience especially with young kids. See-through boats for our 2 and 4 year olds were outstanding. Crew was great too

Comments from activity operators

Thank you for choosing the Four Winds!

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2023/07/12
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Deluxe Molokini Snorkel Cruise with Breakfast & BBQ Lunch - Four Winds Maui

Great day on the water!

Reviewed by: Kara, 2023/07/07

Amazing views, super friendly staff, felt very safe, all in all a great family experience!

Comments from activity operators

Thank you for the 5-stars!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2023/05/28
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Deluxe Molokini Snorkel Cruise with Breakfast & BBQ Lunch - Four Winds Maui

Awesome experience and great staff

Reviewed by: Adam, 2023/06/27

We booked this snorkel trip and was able to get all preliminary questions answered before trip. Once arrived the staff was incredibly friendly and accommodated all our needs. They assisted with two adults and toddler for snorkeling experience that was unforgettable and fun for everyone. We will be repeat customer if another trip to Hawaii.

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Thank you for joining us!

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2023/06/21
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Deluxe Molokini Snorkel Cruise with Breakfast & BBQ Lunch - Four Winds Maui

Amazing crew!

Reviewed by: Yvonne R., 2023/06/20

First, let me start by saying the entire crew was amazing! I went with my husband and teenage daughter. I got motion sick and the crew were so helpful and concerned. Gave me ginger drinks, ice for the back of my neck and were just so nice. The snorkeling was great. We saw tons of fish and my husband and daughter even saw a puffer fish. The crew had people in the water while everyone was snorkeling just making sure everyone was good. The lunch they provided was a hit and my husband and daughter said the shredded pork sandwich was the best pork they had in Maui. All three of us loved the cruise and would do it again in a heart beat. I would not go with anyone else after how amazing this experience was. And even though I was sick it was the genuine concern and care for everyone’s well being and the crew really cared that everyone was having a good time. Best group of people to go out on a boat with!!

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Thank you so much for joining us on the Four Winds and for letting us know about your experience!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2023/06/10
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Molokini Snorkel Tour & Swim with Turtles Cruise - PacWhale Eco Adventures

Swimming With Fish

Reviewed by: Allen West, 2023/06/19

My Wife and I went we had lots of fun there was lots of fish to see the staff was friendly and helpful the food and drinks are good as well we had a great time. recommend rent a Gopro or bring your own, there was so much to see will be going again next time we will bring the kiddos.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/06/02
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Deluxe Molokini & Turtle Snorkel Tour with Breakfast, Lunch & Drinks - Trilogy

Customer review

Reviewed by: Pri Y, 2023/06/06

They don’t rush people, very professional. I hope they keep the standards up for a long time to come. Enjoyed it thoroughly.

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2023/06/04
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Molokini Snorkel Tour & Swim with Turtles Cruise - PacWhale Eco Adventures

Loved it

Reviewed by: MJW, 2023/04/08

This was a good tour. Saw two turtles at the first spot and my daughter saw a small reef shark with a few of the other snorkelers. Some how I missed it. Then we went to the crater and we saw tons of fish. On the way back we saw several whales which was a bonus.

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2023/03/16
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Deluxe Molokini Snorkel Cruise with Breakfast & BBQ Lunch - Four Winds Maui

Morning Snorkling

Reviewed by: Stacy, 2023/03/21

The overall experience was good, the children had fun and my son got to go on the floating device with the window. My husband opted for the snub-a experience which he confirms was a blast. The staff was friendly, except one of the employees called me “crazy” which I took slightly offensive. Overall everyone had fun and it was a good experience.

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2023/03/04
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Deluxe Molokini Snorkel Cruise with Breakfast & BBQ Lunch - Four Winds Maui

Great time Snorkeling!

Reviewed by: Pops, 2023/02/08

We had a great time snorkeling out at Molokini! The boat, crew, equipment, food and the rest were all really good! We had a great time and we’re very pleased! We recommend the Four Wnds 2 and her Captain and
Crew!

Comments from activity operators

Thank you for choosing the Four Winds II!

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2023/02/06
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Calypso Maui Deluxe Cruise - Snorkel at Molokini Crater & Turtle Town Adventure

Dolphins & Turtles

Reviewed by: Liz, 2023/02/04

We had a surprise interaction with a pod of spinner dolphins. It was so unexpected but such a highlight to see them swimming in our wake.

Comments from activity operators

Thank you for the awesome feedback!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2022/01/04
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Deluxe Molokini & Turtle Snorkel Tour with Breakfast, Lunch & Drinks - Trilogy

Amazing experience

Reviewed by: Chris , 2022/12/19

With this being our first snorkel tour, I wasn't sure what to expect. I can tell you that it was just as much about the people running the tour as it was about the tour itself. Everyone was dedicated to making our experience a memory to last a lifetime. The boat was great, the food was awesome, the drinks were a nice touch and the snorkeling was exactly what we were hoping for. Thanks again for making this an awesome memory.

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2022/12/12
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Molokini Snorkel Tour & Swim with Turtles Cruise - PacWhale Eco Adventures

A fabulous experience!

Reviewed by: Sarah M, 2022/12/17

I am so glad we booked with this company! Many staff members were verified life guards and had degrees I. Marine biology. Safety and fun was their first priority. They didn’t skimp on lunch- allowed 2nds and thirds so you definitely weren’t left hungry! We were a little bummed that we didn’t actually get to see any whales, only 1 turtle, and not a ton of fish, but they can’t help nature.

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2022/12/15
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Deluxe Molokini & Turtle Snorkel Tour with Breakfast, Lunch & Drinks - Trilogy

Amazing!

Reviewed by: Amanda , 2022/12/16

We had an incredible time on this excursion. I would
Highly recommend. Staff was amazing, interactive, fun and knowledgeable. The food was very good and we were well taken care of. Loved this experience and even saw some whales as well.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2022/12/14
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Deluxe Molokini & Turtle Snorkel Tour with Breakfast, Lunch & Drinks - Trilogy

It was a wonderful experience

Reviewed by: Bors, 2022/12/07

It was a wonderful experience, they provided you everything, the safety regulations are pretty clear. The food is great. Just they might need to added more alcohol to the drinks heheh also the crews are the best crews I ever had hahah they are all great, they will help you with anything. I definitely recommend to my friends when they are come visiting Maui

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2022/12/05
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Molokini Snorkel Tour & Swim with Turtles Cruise - PacWhale Eco Adventures

First timer to a life timer

Reviewed by: Viki, 2022/12/02

It was my first time snorkeling. Couldn’t have chosen a better start. The crew was so supportive and encouraging. I hardly wanted to get out of the water once i got the hang of it. Now i cant wait for the next time I get to go snorkeling. The food on board was great. Towels weren’t mentioned in items to bring so i assumed they had towels. First timers mistake, so get your towels.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2022/11/27
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Deluxe Molokini & Turtle Snorkel Tour with Breakfast, Lunch & Drinks - Trilogy

Must-do adventure!

Reviewed by: Angie , 2022/11/24

This was such an amazing adventure for my teen daughter and I. We were served the most delicious cinnamon rolls with fruit for breakfast as we cruised to the Molokini crater. The snorkeling was unbelievable! At the next stop we swam with turtles. Once back on the boat the captain served up a delicious chicken, rice and salad lunch. Plenty of seconds too! Great POG drinks and ice cream to finish off the trip. The last 15 minutes of sailing through the trade winds was also a blast!
Thank you for everything guys! 5 stars!!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2022/11/21
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Maui Turtle Snorkel Tour from Lahaina with Seasonal Whale Watching - Quicksilver

Fun day

Reviewed by: Kara, 2022/11/21

Lots to see at the crater! Colorful fish of all different types!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2022/11/09
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Deluxe Molokini Snorkel Cruise with Breakfast & BBQ Lunch - Four Winds Maui

Amazing trip!

Reviewed by: MomWendy, 2022/10/27

We had such a wonderful time! Our little kiddos age 5 and 6, were well taken care of and had so much fun! The crew was so kind and considerate and helpful! We would definitely recommend this adventure to anyone!

Comments from activity operators

Thank you for your review and for your recommendation!

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2022/10/24
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Deluxe Molokini Snorkel Cruise with Breakfast & BBQ Lunch - Four Winds Maui

Fun outing with the best charter!

Reviewed by: Corry, 2022/10/22

My family had a great experience. The staff was the absolute best. They were very accommodating and attentive, especially to our young children. I highly recommend Four Winds and would definitely book with them again.

Comments from activity operators

Mahalo for choosing the Four Winds!

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2022/09/29
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Deluxe Molokini Snorkel Cruise with Breakfast & BBQ Lunch - Four Winds Maui

Best trip - especially with toddlers

Reviewed by: Krier family , 2022/10/14

Our family of eight, included two 18 month olds. This trip was so accommodating. The entire crew seemed to love their jobs and were very helpful. The snorkel equipment fit perfect with no fogging up. They even had some little rafts that had a window into the ocean that was perfect for kids, including the toddlers. One of our kiddos was still not comfortable on the raft so he was able to view the fishies from the glass bottom. Breakfast and lunch hit the spot.

The on board photographer did a great job capturing our group even though we seemed to all go in different directions. And the cost of our album was very reasonable. It was nice to just focus on the snorkeling and not worry about the camera.

Although we didn’t need it, the crew also offered a short class on snorkeling for beginners.

It was the best day of our vacation.

Comments from activity operators

Thank you for joining us Krier family! We are thrilled to hear you had a great trip with us. We would love to see you all again!

Aloha,
Nikki

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2022/10/12
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Molokini Snorkel Tour & Swim with Turtles Cruise - PacWhale Eco Adventures

Beautiful Boat Ride

Reviewed by: Kara, 2022/10/12

Saw tons of gorgeous fish in the colorful Maui waters

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2022/10/12
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Molokini Snorkel Tour & Swim with Turtles Cruise - PacWhale Eco Adventures

We had a blast time.

Reviewed by: Damaris Hernandez , 2022/10/08

Perfect time to go snorkeling with my partner.
We had a blast that day. I recommend this activity, a lot of information.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2022/09/18
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