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Best snorkel trip
Amazing experience Marissa and captain dan are fantastic and very nice and knowledgeable Best snorkeling trip Would definately do again
Half Day Snorkel to Lanai from Kaanapali Beach + Dolphin Search
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4h 15min
- Price from
- $179 / person
- Rating
- 4.6 / 5 · 106 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- Whaler's Village, 2435 Kaanapali Parkway, Lahaina, HI 96761. Park in Whaler's parking lot walk toward beach be on the sand between Leilani's on the Beach restaurant and Westin Hotel. Crew will check you in at Check in time 30 minutes before departure time.
- Confirmation
- Instant
Prices checked on Sep 11, 2026Things to do in Maui
Description
Travel & Hospitality Award Winner, BBB A+ Rated and Certificate of Excellence TripAdvisor Award 9 years in a row. Our Custom-built for comfort, 46' vessel is the only one that goes to the Island of Lanai from Ka'anapali Beach. Our 41yr experienced Captain shares his extensive knowledge on your spectacular 4 hour/half day snorkel tour. His expert navigational abilities takes you places where no other boats go, while enjoying Lanai's breathtaking shorelines, cliffs, and caves. Experiencing famous Shipwreck, Five Sisters, Shark Fin, Cathedrals and Sweet Heart rock just to name a few. Stopping to snorkel 2 Famous snorkeling spots where you will experience amazingly beautiful marine life in clear blue waters. With surprise escorts from spinner dolphins and amazing shows from Humpback whales during whale season (Dec.15th-May 15th.) You will not want to miss this experience of a lifetime!
Tour Options
Highlights
Snorkeling tour
Restroom aboard and fresh water shower available
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Flotation devices
Drinks (water, juices, and sodas)
Captain/guide
Continental breakfast (pastries and fresh fruit)
What's included
Included
Snorkeling tour
Restroom aboard and fresh water shower available
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Flotation devices
Drinks (water, juices, and sodas)
Captain/guide
Continental breakfast (pastries and fresh fruit)
Not included
Wet Suit rental $10
Tips are appreciated but not included
Bring a Towel and Gopro
Traveller Ratings
4.6
106 reviews
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum age is 5 years old (younger possible contact to discuss)
- Not recommended for those with major injuries, neck or back injuries, or pregnant women(close to term)
- Bring hats, towels, sunglasses, sunscreen, waterproof camera, GoPros, waterproof watch; wear bathing suit
- Infants and children must be accompanied by caregivers
- All passengers must be able to climb into the zodiac vessel from the beach
- Check-in is 30 minutes before departure time
- Minimum numbers apply (10). There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Half Day Snorkel to Lanai from Kaanapali Beach + Dolphin Search lasts about 4h 15min.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $179 per person for this Maui experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Whaler's Village, 2435 Kaanapali Parkway, Lahaina, HI 96761. Park in Whaler's parking lot walk toward beach be on the sand between Leilani's on the Beach restaurant and Westin Hotel. Crew will check you in at Check in time 30 minutes before departure time.. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 30 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Children must be accompanied by an adult Infants and children must be accompanied by caregivers
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(106)
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Beware! Canceled on us twice!
Beware. They canceled on us twice!! Once isn’t great, but at least we had a second chance. But the second was completely unacceptable and ruined our opportunity for a once in a lifetime snorkel trip to Lanai. Don’t rely on this company.
Operator response
Aloha So sorry we had to cancel with only 4 guests. Been in business for over 45 years and since. Covid, our Lahaina Wildfire, Floods and Heavy rains during our spring break along with 50% less travelers to Maui since we are the most expensive Island to come to. Our company is not what it use to be even the owner after 45 years is still the captain. With Fuel Cost raising and Maui being the most expensive island to come to it’s not easy to make the decision to cancel when even with 10 guests we don’t even break even. Apologize for your inconvenience.
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Snorkeling
Crew was amazing. The location was absolutely perfect. So clear and full of sea life. We cannot wait to come back!
Operator response
Aloha and Warmest Mahalo for your 5 Star Review. Can wait to see you on your next return to Maui
T
best lanai snorkel
dan and marissa were super hands on and friendly . we saw whales , dolphins and tons of fish . would definitely go out again with them
Operator response
We truly appreciate you taking the time to write your 5 Star Review. Warmest Mahalo
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More Snorkeling, Less Whale Watching!
The distance over the Lanai is a bit so of course the boat ride is what it is. But we stopped to look at whales way more than I would have liked. Wanted to snorkel longer, especially at the second site!
Operator response
Aloha from Kaanapali Ocean Adventures. This day we needed to go further for you snorkeling stop because of the merky water. Shark Fin was the best snorkel spot off Lanai and we went 45 minutes further than normal. Our return on this 4 hour 15 minute tour we came in 1 hour later to give everyone on board the best we can do for the conditions. All other vessel are on a time schedule and we was out 1 hour longer than normal because Dan is the owner and will always try to do the best we can for the conditions that day.
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Incredible, Unique, Adventurous Snorkeling
One of the best excursions we’ve ever taken in Hawaii! This dolphin watching, whale watching (in the winter), and snorkeling trifecta was absolutely unforgettable. Marissa and Captain Dan picked us up right on Kaanapali Beach in front of Whalers Village at 7:15am. They had plenty of complimentary snacks, pastries, and drinks ready for us, which was such a nice touch. They took us to two different snorkel spots off Lanai, and the water was crystal clear. The marine life was incredible. On the way there and back, we saw an entire super pod of dolphins swimming and jumping around the boat. We also saw multiple humpback whales breaching right in front of us — unreal. If you’re looking for a unique experience away from the hustle and bustle while truly seeing what Hawaii has to offer, this is it.
Operator response
Warmest Mahalo for your 5 Star Review and taking your time to write this for us. We truly appreciate it and see you next time back on Maui.
K
Better for Snorkeling than whale/dolphin watching
Our focus on this trip was finding and photographing humpback whales and their calves. I booked three tours on different types of boats at different times of the day. I remembered from a previous trip that the channel between Lanai and Maui was a great place to find dolphins and whales. While the captain did find a pod of spinner dolphins near Lanai, we didn't spend as much time as I would have liked. He was clear that he would not stop for Humpback whales unless they were active at the surface. That said, he chose two excellent snorkel locations and positioned the boat to protect the guests from the fairly active waves that day.
Operator response
Warmest Mahalo for taking the time to write your review. You truly appreciate all your feed back.
C
Best snorkeling experience in Maui
the best snorkeling tour in Hawaii. Lanai is amazing for snorkeling. We saw lots of fish. The crew took us to two separate locations... one more amazing then the other. The expedition was very organized, nicest crew! My husband and I totally recommend it!
Operator response
Mahalo for taking your time to write this 5 Star Review of our Lanai Snorkel Tour. Truly appreciate you and see you next time on Maui.
J
Well worth it.
We stayed in Lahaina so Lanai meant a hour less drive time to Molokini but about almost an hour longer boat ride. Trip was rough but boat is made to handle it. Reefs were fantastic and worth the trip. Staff was phenomenal. Much more personal than the big nboats.
Operator response
We take pride with our Guests and Customer Service and Mahalo for your 5 Star Review.
C
Don't Miss Lanai!
Started well with good communication and loved the trip - Captain Dan is great and has so much history and humor, and we loved Nico as well! Saw several whales on our way out, had two fantastic snorkel stops and saw a massive spinner dolphin pod on the way back! Highly recommend!
Operator response
Mahalo for your High Recommendation and your 5 Star Review.
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