Tours/Maui/Half-Day Deluxe Molokini Snorkel Excursion in Maui
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Half-Day Deluxe Molokini Snorkel Excursion in Maui

4.9(127)Maui1 hour
VIATOR5.0(9)TRIPADVISOR4.9(118)

Description

Begin your morning with a chef-prepared buffet breakfast as we cruise to Molokini Crater, a world-renowned marine preserve home to over 400 species of tropical fish and coral reefs. Your adventure continues with a second snorkel stop, chosen daily for the best conditions and marine life. In summer, that often means exploring Turtle Town, where Hawaiian green sea turtles rest and swim. In winter, we may shift course for whale watching, tracking Maui’s migrating humpback whales. This is our Deluxe tour for a reason—we go where the magic is. Sip on Hawaiian mimosas, Aperol Spritz, and Maui Brewing Co. craft beers as you enjoy the ocean breeze and panoramic views. After a refreshing swim, indulge in a generous island-style buffet lunch served onboard. To close the day, we raise the sails and catch the trade winds for an authentic open-ocean sailing experience before returning to the harbor.

Tour Options

Half-Day Deluxe Molokini Snorkel Excursion in Maui

Highlights

Buffet breakfast & island lunch with fresh, local flavors
Sparkling & spritz bar featuring mimosas, aperitifs and local brews - valid ID required
Premium snorkel gear, flotation, towels & reef-safe sunscreen
Professional photographer onboard & in-water for all your memories (photos available for purchase)
Elevated catamaran amenities: slides, daybeds, shaded cabin & open decks

What's included

Included
Buffet breakfast & island lunch with fresh, local flavors
Sparkling & spritz bar featuring mimosas, aperitifs and local brews - valid ID required
Premium snorkel gear, flotation, towels & reef-safe sunscreen
Professional photographer onboard & in-water for all your memories (photos available for purchase)
Elevated catamaran amenities: slides, daybeds, shaded cabin & open decks
Not included
Gratuities

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • In order to access the vessel, you will need to walk down a pier and step across a gap onto the deck. Crew will be able to assist with the gap.
  • Restrooms are accessible via steps down into the cabin and ladder into the restrooms.

Reviews(127)

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R6830DFstevew
June 27, 2026
Exceptional experience on the Ali’i Nui

We toured on funday Sunday with Captain Luke and his fabulous crew including Justin, David, Kat, Anika and Nick. The breakfast was of excellent quality and plentiful. Our reef snorkel at Molokini crater was beautiful and Captain Luke gave us plenty of time to explore the reef. We picked up anchor and headed to turtle point. I had the greatest nose to nose encounter with a magnificent sea turtle - the turtle and I were just floating with the current staring each other - one of the nightlights of my entire Hawaii experience. Lunch was even better than breakfast. The catamaran was clean and had plenty of room for all in attendance. There was reef safe sunscreen to protect us and the water. The crew was so attentive, welcoming and helpful. The entire experience far exceeded any expectations we had. I have to really give shout outs to Nick and Kat in particular for their Aloha spirit (as we were heading to port, Kat ran the entire boat cleaning everyone’s sunglasses). Cynthia the photographer did a great job as well capturing the day. If you’re contemplating a Molokini reef excursion, the Ali’i Nui should be your choice.

Operator response

WOW! Mahalo for the stellar review and recommendation, Steve! We truly appreciate the crew shout out and could not ask for a better guest to have onboard. We can't wait for your next trip with Ali'i Nui! Mahalo nui loa & a hui hou kakou! (Thank you very much & until we meet again!)

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erinmintx
June 18, 2026
Best thing we did on our trip!

We took a 5 hour private charter with Alex and Travis. This was by far the family favorite activity on our 10 day vacation... Both Alex and Travis were top notch captains/crew. I cannot express how magical this 5 hours was! From our snorkel time, to all the extra special wildlife we saw (Hawaiian monk seal, spinner dolphins, turtles and reef life) it was amazing. The boat was super clean and had plenty of room for our family. We will 100% book this again!

Operator response

Mahalo for sharing such an amazing experience, Erin! It truly sounds like the perfect day out on the water made all the better with our local marine friends stopping by. We cannot wait for your next trip to Maui for another amazing day onboard! Mahalo nui loa & a hui hou kakou! (Thank you very much & until we meet again!)

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958bobm
June 10, 2026
THE BEST snorkeling tour EVER!

We just completed the 1/2 day snorkeling cruise, and this was by far the best chartered boating experience that we’ve ever had. We first snorkeled to see sea turtles (we saw 2!) and then headed to Molokini crater where we saw hundreds of fish. We were lucky to be there on a calm day, so we were able to snorkel at the “drop-off” of Finding Nemo fame where the reef drops a couple hundred feet. Wow. Amazing coral, so many fish. Water was cobalt blue. Back on deck, food was delicious (full breakfast, lunch, and a snack) and drinks flowed. Captain Spencer, McKenzie, and crew were fabulous- friendly, informative, and helpful. They clearly love what they do, and it shows. It was an incredible experience!

Operator response

Mahalo for sharing your experience on our Deluxe Molokini Snorkel Sail, Bob! I am happy to hear that our famous marine life did not disappoint for your visit. We can't wait for your next sail with Ali'i Nui! Mahalo nui loa & a hui hou kakou! (Thank you very much & until we meet again!)

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Shari R
June 10, 2026
Highly recommend

Amazing experience! From start to finish, Captain Spencer and his crew delivered top tier service. Our family made memories we will cherish forever. I can’t recommend enough! Mahalo!!

Operator response

Mahalo for the amazing recommendation and kind words for our team, Shari! I am thrilled to hear that the Ali'i Nui team was able to show you the best of Maui out on the water! Mahalo nui loa & a hui hou kakou! (Thank you very much & until we meet again!)

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etboy
June 8, 2026
Memorable Experience!

Overall 10 out of 10 experience! I was so blown away mostly by the friendly service of every single person on this boat. Captain Josh, Mickaela (sp?) and everyone else - very eager to assist and put you at ease - it was a dream experience. We also thought the food was way beyond our expectations, really good and just a beautiful day we will never forget.

Operator response

A dream experience? Now that is what we love to hear! Mahalo for the amazing review and kind words for our team, we can't wait for your next sail with Ali'i Nui! Mahalo nui loa & a hui hou kakou! (Thank you very much & until we meet again!)

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LingJu_W
June 5, 2026
Everything with the...

Everything with the activity was good. Beware of the parking in the lot, they should remind tourists about having enough time on the parking meters.

Operator response

Mahalo for choosing to sail with Ali'i Nui! We will absolutely pass along your feedback regarding parking and hope to provide a smoother experience on your next sail! Mahalo nui loa & a hui hou kakou! (Thank you very much & until we meet again!)

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Laurie M
June 4, 2026
Best crew & experience on Maui

I challenge you to find a better crew on Maui. Captain Josh and his team (with photographer Chloe) were so much fun. They worked so hard for all of us and we had the best time. The whole experience was premier - from nice gear, to many floatation options, to the amazing dive site, to the great food, passed cookies and pineapple to the nice cool towel at the end. We loved every minute. They even cleaned our sunglasses! We saw dolphins and at the end they put up the sail and we got the joy of sailing too. From start to finish I wouldn’t change a thing. Best crew on Maui. Hands down.

Operator response

Mahalo for sharing such kind words for our team, Laurie! Our Ali'i Nui crew works hard to show guests the best of Maui out on the water and we could not ask for a better guest to appreciate their efforts out on the water. We can't wait for your next trip to Maui! Mahalo nui loa & a hui hou kakou! (Thank you very much & until we meet again!)

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petermP9853ED
June 3, 2026
Aloha Spirit Takes You on a Beautiful Sail to go Snorkeling

We went on the Alii Nui Molokini Snorkel tour and it was amazing. We knew we were going to have a great day when we started to sail to Molokini and Bree, the captain, spotted a whale in the water ahead of us and called it out. So cool! The boat is amazing and the crew incredible. They make you feel so welcome - you really get the sense of the "aloha spirit" with them. When you get to Molokini to snorkel you feel completely safe and cared for. Highly recommend for people of all ages and snorkeling abilities. We're going to go back and try one of the evening cruises - sushi at sunset anyone?

Operator response

Mahalo nui loa for sharing such an absolutely amazing experience, Peter! I am so happy to hear that our Ali'i Nui ohana was able to show you the spirit of aloha during your time out on the water. We can't wait to have you out on our Sushi Sunset! Mahalo nui loa & a hui hou kakou! (Thank you very much & until we meet again!)

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ronk283
May 31, 2026
AWESOME catamaran snorkeling! 🤙

This snorkeling/cruising/lunch tour was GREAT!! First we went snorkrling to Molokini, a partial old volcano crater. TONS of different fish. Then had lunch as we cruised to south of Kanniapali beachs where we snorkeled with sea turtles and watched other fish clean their shells. Capt. Ryan and the crew were GREAT! TOTALLY friendly and professional! It was the BEST time!!! ♥️🤙

Operator response

Mahalo nui loa for sharing such an amazing experience, Ron! It truly sounds like a perfect day out on the waves and we could not ask for a better guest to have aboard. We can't wait for your next trip to Maui for another awesome sail! Mahalo nui loa & a hui hou kakou! (Thank you very much & until we meet again!)

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YuontoGo
May 29, 2026
An Amazing Day On The Water

We took the half day snorkeling cruise and had a blast. The crew was great and very helpful with our snorkeling. They made sure everyone had a good time. The lunch and snacks were delicious. Snorkeling was amazing. Saw lots of sea turtles.

Operator response

Mahalo for being such an amazing guest! We are thrilled to hear it was another perfect day out at Molokini with the Ali'i Nui crew. We hope to welcome you back aboard on your next visit to Maui for another amazing day out on the waves! Mahalo nui loa & a hui hou kakou! (Thank you very much & until we meet again!)

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