What is the Best Molokini Snorkel Tour?

You have decided you want to snorkel at Molokini. Now you have started your research and have probably realized there many boats to choose from! It can be confusing and you are not sure which trip is the best. The truth is they are all really fun! The best Molokini snorkel tour is the one that is right for you and your family.

There are a few key things to think about when choosing your Molokini snorkel tour. The first thing to consider is your group. Do you have young children or elderly who need more shade? Perhaps you have someone who is prone to motion sickness. You may be on a budget so that can factor in to your choice too.

If you are on a budget and you have children there is no doubt that the Pacific Whale Foundation Molokini and Turtle Arches tour will be the right option for you. It is the only Molokini tour which offers free children (0-12 years) per paying adult. The Calypso snorkel tour is another great option for families because children 0-6 years old are free. Both of these boats are stable and provide ample shade and are great for families with young children are elderly guests who may not even want to get in the water. If you are simply out for an adventure and are in it for the snorkeling with a small group, the Reef Adventures is the one for you. The Reef Adventures snorkel tour is one of the faster boats to Molokini and only take 18-30 people. The youngest they take is 5 years old and they do not recommend to join them if you are pregnant or have had back or neck surgeries as this boat can be a bit bouncier than the catamarans. If luxury is what you are after, the Ali'i Nui snorkel tour does not disappoint. Thought to be one of the nicest boats in Maui, it is no surprise this is a popular option for honeymoon and anniversary couples. It is also family friendly so children are also welcome!

Conclusion: Snorkeling Molokini is a once in a lifetime experience for many and we know it can be hard deciding which tour to take. Trust us, they are all so much fun so you can’t really go wrong with any choice you make. To make it easier to decide we have created this Molokini Snorkel Chart so you can compare all of the Molokini snorkel tours all on one page. If you really can’t decide, just call us! We have friendly concierge here to assist you choose the right snorkel tour for you.