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Spectacular day
Excellent tour, great staff, great snorkeling. We had the best day!
Honolua Snorkel Sail from Lahaina
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At a glance
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Price from
- $181 / person
- Location
- Maui, United States
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 61 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 24
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Pacific Whale Foundation
- Meeting point
- Meeting Point/Parking:Please access via Shaw Street.Upon Arrival:Look for the PacWhale A-frame sign in the parking lot. Please wait at the sign and be prepared for a short walk. Our crew will escort you to and from the harbor to ensure that we are operating respectfully from Lāhainā Harbor.
Description
Sail to the storied waters of Honolua Bay, long valued in Hawaiian culture and now protected as a Marine Life Conservation District. Along the way, watch for wild dolphins, then snorkel among Hawaiian green sea turtles in this vibrant reef. Honolua Bay is one of Maui’s most scenic snorkel locations, known for its calm conditions and vibrant reef. While snorkeling, you may encounter Hawaiian green sea turtles, colorful reef fish, and species found only in Hawaiʻi. Throughout the trip, our certified marine naturalists share insights about the ocean, marine life, and how we can all help protect it—creating a meaningful experience for guests of all ages. Enjoy time to unwind on deck, stretch out on the nets, or relax in the shaded cabin between water activities. A light breakfast and freshly prepared onboard BBQ lunch feature locally sourced ingredients whenever possible, along with a premium bar offering cocktails, beer, and wine.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Honolua Bay
One of the most picturesque snorkel spots on Maui, you'll enjoy two snorkel spots in the area for about 1 hour in each location.
Ka'anapali
You'll travel along the beautiful Ka'anapali coastline throughout the trip, home to beautiful resorts and beaches and a backdrop of the West Maui mountains.
Lahaina Harbor
Board the vessel at Historic Lahaina Harbor Pacific Whale Foundation Booth Slip #4
What's included
Included
Breakfast: Overnight oats and banana bread, Maui Gold pineapple, juice, coffee, juice, Maui coffee
Onboard Jr. Naturalist Program for kids
Certified Marine Naturalists on board
Unlimited soda, juice, and filtered water
Two snorkel sites
2 premium adult beverages included (adults 21+ with valid picture ID)
Premium snorkel gear, including optical masks for eyeglass wearers
Lunch: chicken, kiawe-smoked pork, hot dogs, vegan burgers, potato-mac salad, Asian edamame slaw
Flotation devices, snorkel instruction, fish i.d. class
Not included
Gratuities
Hotel pick up/drop-off services not available
Reef Safe Sunscreen
Affordable rentals of wetsuit shirts
Towels
Traveller Ratings
4.9
61 reviews
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your departure time
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Children 4 and under are free (1 per paying adult). Children ages 5-12 pay child rate/need all children on reservation.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- We have a strict No Full Face-Mask policy on our vessels for your safety
- You will need to bring your own towels and credit cards for any onboard purchases as the vessels are cashless except for gratuities
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Honolua Snorkel Sail from Lahaina take?
Honolua Snorkel Sail from Lahaina lasts about 5 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Honolua Snorkel Sail from Lahaina cost?
Prices start at $181 per person for this Maui experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Honolua Snorkel Sail from Lahaina 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 Meeting Point/Parking:. Please access via Shaw Street. Upon Arrival:. Look for the PacWhale A-frame sign in the parking lot. Please wait at the sign and be prepared for a short walk. Our crew will escort you to and from the harbor to ensure that we are operating respectfully from Lāhainā Harbor. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Honolua Snorkel Sail from Lahaina offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 24 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Children 4 and under are free (1 per paying adult). Children ages 5-12 pay child rate/need all children on reservation. Children must be accompanied by an adult
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Reviews(61)
R
Fantastic Snorkel Experience!
What a great experience! The crew and captain were great, the food was great. The snorkeling was fantastic. I recommend taking the boat in lieu of walking to shore which is difficult. The boat ride was half the fun. Go for it!
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Loved it!
Amazing snorkeling, amazing friendly crew. Loved it! It was more about the education and exploration and less about entertainment which was perfect. Thank you!
D
Incredible day
Great crew and fantastic snorkeling- the Kailua pork at lunch was delicious and we got some great education on thee coral and the fish and turtles
B
Great snorkeling experience
My family of 4 really enjoyed the snorkeling trip from Lahaina. We had a great boat ride and saw many different schools of fish, turtles and dolphins on our boat ride back to the marina. The crew was very nice and helpful. They served a light breakfast and good lunch. It was definitely one of the best trips we've been on for snorkeling. It was also nice because there were only 40 people on the boat so you didn't feel crowded.
C
Looking to Sail stop scrolling now!
Crew was great. Captain Chris was a joy. Took us us to the right places to snorkel. Had wet suits and good gear too.
R
The best snorkeling and sailing!!
All around a fabulous experience! From the boat to the staff and food and of course the snorkeling was out of this world. We would do this again in a heartbeat. My only recommendation is that they give some guidance about the parking situation in Lahaina Harbor. Pretty much all the parking spots we could find were for just 3 hours, and the tour is 5 hours. Needless to say we now have to pay a $60 parking ticket (after we were told it would be unlikely we would get ticketed).
T
Incredible Sailing and Snorkeling!
Captain Chris and his crew were Amazing! They were so patient and kind and helpful with my 3 boys! The snorkeling was the most beautiful I have ever experienced! Better than Cozumel, Puerto Rico, Mexico and Costa Rica! The turtles, fish and coral were so vibrant! The sailing was incredible! The breakfast was delicious and they were so kind to offer veggie burgers for our pescatarian diet. The drinks were so refreshing POG seltzer was the best! Not too sweet. Honestly I want to do it again tomorrow! such an Epic day!!
W
Awesome trip. So worth the money !
This was the best snorkel trip we’ve been on in a long time. Really nice crew. Easy going. Gorgeous boat. The snorkel sites were fabulous. And the sail home was so relaxed and fun. Make sure to try the “captain’s special” at lunch ! Can’t wait to go again. Thanks guys !
L
Our best Maui snorkeling trip ever!
I have been on several snorkeling trips to Lanai and Molokini and I have to say this was my favorite water excursion ! It was laid back and relaxed. The crew was awesome and the food delicious! I highly recommend this!
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