Tours/Maui/Maui: Molokini and Turtles Luxury Yacht Snorkel
Viator · group up to 40 pax

Maui: Molokini and Turtles Luxury Yacht Snorkel

5.0(599)Maui1 hour
VIATOR4.9(192)TRIPADVISOR5.0(407)

Description

We are a family-owned Maui company with over 40 years of experience on Hawaiian waters. Our expert Captains and crew bring decades of combined local experience, with safety always our top priority. ʻElua is Maui’s only luxury power catamaran. Although certified for 57 passengers, we operate at approximately 60% capacity to provide an elevated, personalized experience. Guests consistently rate their time aboard as a highlight of their vacation. ʻElua features an air-conditioned, upscale interior with cushioned seating, refined finishes, soft flooring, dynamic audio, and private spaces throughout. Submerged stairs and swim platforms make ocean entry easy. Onboard amenities include warm freshwater showers and spacious modern restrooms. Breakfast, lunch, snorkel gear, and an open bar are included. ʻElua welcomes guests ages 4 and older. No infants or kids under 4.

Tour Options

Maui Snorkeling Molokini aboard Luxury Yacht 'Elua
  • Luxury Duration: 5 hours Breakfast and lunch

Itinerary

300 min

Snorkeling at Molokini Crater an ancient volcanic caldera, featuring crystal clear water, beautiful coral and a wide variety of colorful fish and marine animals. Swim with Hawaiian green sea turtles, at turtle town, aboard our state of the art, climate-controlled, modern and pristine luxury yacht. Enjoy breakfast, a BBQ lunch, cooked right onboard, and ice cold micro brewed beers, white wine and craft cocktails after snorkeling. We are experts with over 40 years in Hawaiian waters and eager to share our wealth of knowledge and passion for the ocean and marine life. Enjoy the beautiful scenery of Mt. Haleakala and the West Maui mountains, from our lofty and sprawling upper deck. Ours, is a one of a kind luxury yacht with unique amenities and comforts, including custom soft flooring, warm freshwater showers, submerged swim platforms, dynamic audio system, plush seating throughout, and euro style modern furnishings and fixtures.

Highlights

Choice of a Juicy Burger, Teriyaki Chicken, or Island Fish Sandwich, Veggie Burger available upon request. Kettle Chips, Pineapple Coleslaw. White Chocolate Chip Macadamia Nut Cookies.
Guests will enjoy a light breakfast featuring baked muffins, croissants with jam, fresh island fruit, and morning-brewed Maui coffee and orange juice.
Open Bar featuring fruit juices, soda, filtered water, ice cold micro brewed local beer, white wine, hard seltzer & craft cocktails, premium labels, and our Captain Justin’s famous Maui Mai Tai.
We provide professional, sanitized snorkeling equipment. We do not allow full-face snorkeling masks.

What's included

Included
Choice of a Juicy Burger, Teriyaki Chicken, or Island Fish Sandwich, Veggie Burger available upon request. Kettle Chips, Pineapple Coleslaw. White Chocolate Chip Macadamia Nut Cookies.
Guests will enjoy a light breakfast featuring baked muffins, croissants with jam, fresh island fruit, and morning-brewed Maui coffee and orange juice.
Open Bar featuring fruit juices, soda, filtered water, ice cold micro brewed local beer, white wine, hard seltzer & craft cocktails, premium labels, and our Captain Justin’s famous Maui Mai Tai.
We provide professional, sanitized snorkeling equipment. We do not allow full-face snorkeling masks.
Not included
We do not provide transportation to and from Maalaea Harbor

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Important Note: We only serve alcoholic drinks for travelers 21 years old and above. Minor travelers below 21 years old will be served non-alcoholic drinks.
  • We have vegetarian and vegan options available. Please contact us to indicate your choice of sandwich for lunch.
  • We welcome guests 4 years of age and older.
  • We do NOT allow full-face snorkeling masks.

Reviews(599)

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frankwY4894LQ
July 8, 2026
Elua Modern Yacht Snorkel Trip to Molokini

Captain Justin was enjoyable & accommodating! The crew was amazing & very attentive! Highly recommend!

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Peter_W
July 7, 2026
Fun Day on Molokini and Turtles

Fantastic experience. I really appreciated the crew for their attention to detail and outstanding service! It was worth the additional amount for the nicer amenities of the boat and having fewer passengers. They are a very experienced crew and it made for an enjoyable experience.

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Steven_S
July 4, 2026
Amazing

First rate excursion. Captain and crew were amazing. Highly recommend. Great food and bar area. Comfortable boat.

Operator response

Glad you had an amazing experience aboard our luxury power catamaran, Elua. As a family business its lovely to read that you consider us "first rate". My son, Captain Justin and his team love what they do, and sharing their Aloha and the beauty of Maui, with our guests!

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ReallyEnjoyTraveling
July 4, 2026
Wonderful staff, great views, great food and drinks

Our captain was funny, and his staff was super attentive to the guests’ needs. We were snorkeling for the first time, and the team was extra helpful in making us comfortable. The breakfast (muffins, pound cake and fruit) and lunch (burgers) were terrific.

Operator response

After 40 years in the business we still love what we do, and appreciate that it is our guests who make it possible! Thank you for joining us and for taking the time to share your wonderful experience.

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jonathanwU412CN
July 3, 2026
The best around

Amazing boat, and crew. Felt like family the second I stepped aboard. We will definitely book with them again.

Operator response

We are a family business with 40 years in the islands. It is nice to read that you felt like family the second you boarded our yacht, because that is exactly what we strive to accomplish. Mahalo for joining us, and we look forward to your return!

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Robert_R
July 3, 2026
Best luxury snorkeling!! Food was excellent.

The ride was so smoothe, the captain & staff were best hostess. The food were delicious. The bathroom was so clean!

Operator response

Indeed, right down to our full size immaculate bathrooms, we left nothing out, when we designed our new luxury catamaran, Pride of Maui Elua. I am very proud of all our crew and appreciate your kind words. Its always a nice bonus to hear that you loved the food as well...

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Jason_R
July 1, 2026
Wow, Captain Justin,...

Wow, Captain Justin, Savannah and the rest of the crew were amazing. The ship was awesome, the attention to detail was on point. These folks went out of their way to make sure everyone got what they wanted out of the trip! If you see looking for a smaller more private high end version of Molokini then this is it! Highly recommended and would book through them again in a heartbeat!

Operator response

Captain Justin, Savannah, and all of the crew aboard both our boats, are second to none. They love what they do, and are passionate to share their wealth of knowledge. We are super excited that our new luxury tour is so well received by discerning guests like you, who quickly recognize the difference it makes, to be aboard Maui's only luxury power catamaran, with a small group of other's seeking a much more private "high end" snorkeling experience. We look forward to your next visit.

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Greg_W
June 29, 2026
The Best Snorkeling Trip.

Super nice boat and experienced staff. They had all the tricks for successful snorkeling no matter what your experience is. Would highly recommend.

Operator response

Pride of Maui Elua, is Maui's only luxury power catamaran, featuring exclusive amenities such as an air conditioned main cabin, and luxurious furnishings and fixtures throughout. We operate with smaller groups than the other catamarans, for a more personalized and exceptional experience. My son, Captain Justin and his team appreciate that it is our guests who make it possible for us to do what we love so much! Thank you for joining us.

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Tammy_F
June 26, 2026
BEST snorkeling experience ever.

Over the years, my husband and I have done dozens of snorkeling trips. This was hands down - the best trip ever! Captain K - Sienna - Diego - and crew were fun - knowledgable - and attentive. We were traveling with our 11 and 13 year old grandchildren. They too had a blast. They felt safe - seen and haven't stopped talking about the trip yet. When anyone has asked them what the highlight of the trip to Hawaii was - the first answer is the Pride of Maui snorkeling trip. On top of seeing beautiful fish, corals and scenery, the food was also amazing. I recommend trying the grilled fish and slaw. Shout out again to a great crew. You will not be disappointed in this trip!

Operator response

We love families who share your experience with details. We also love to hear from people like you who've been on dozens of snorkeling excursions, and compare us to them. We especially love to read that we are hands down, the best of the best. Captain Kadyn and his First Mate Sienna are a fabulous team. Diego, and all of our team love what they do, and that makes all the difference. Its especially rewarding to know that your family cant stop talking about the favorite thing you experienced on your Maui vacation. We set out to create something uniquely up-scale, and personalized, when we built our new and Maui's only luxury power catamaran, Elua. Our goal is to provide such an exceptional experience, that guests like you who've traveled and snorkeled dozens of times, depart, knowing that you've shared as a family, an exceptional experience, which separates us from all other's. The boat, food, comfort, luxurious furnishings, comfy sofas, premium bar service after snorkeling, the exceptional locations we visit, are all part of the formula that drives our family business, though it is the Captains and crew who are at the center of your overall experience. Thank you for sharing!

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Curiosity22498318956
June 23, 2026
Great snorkeling adventure; great crew and great foid

This was a wonderful experience that was everything that was advertised. The Eula is a beautiful boat (only about 2 years old). Plenty of room to relax on board in the cabin or on deck. The Captain and crew - Diego, Alaina and Cierra were all experienced knowledgeable and capable. The food (both breakfast and lunch was delicious and plentiful with an assortment of beverages. Alcoholic beverages were offered after all snorkeling was completed. Diego was in the water with snorkelers at all times for safety. Molokini is a truly unique site and experience. The turtle area had plenty of coral and fish. All in all a trip I would highly recommend.

Operator response

I am glad you had such a great time with us aboard our luxury power catamaran, Elua, and that every detail, from the yacht, to your comfort, breakfast and lunch and of course, the snorkeling, was exceptional. Your safety is our number one priority, which is one of the primary reasons we post lifeguards in the water. Of course premium cocktails after snorkeling is a big plus too. Thank you for highly recommending us!

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