Pacific Whale Foundation
The Pacific Whale Foundations is perhaps best known for their Whale Watches, but what many people do not know about them is that they also offer a variety of different trips to go snorkeling in the waters off of Molokini and Lanai. Molokini is perhaps one of the most well known marine preserves in Maui County. This small caldera shaped atoll is home to some of the best water visibility you can find anywhere on the planet. The reason for this is simple. The reason why the visibility levels of the water deteriorate is because of sediments that get either churned up off of the bottom, or by runoff from a nearby landmass. Molokini is surrounded by rather deep water and is generally fairly calm water. This keeps the amount of sediments down because there is a generally very small amounts of sediment being churned up off of the reef of the deep water that surrounds the island acts as a buffer zone to absorb most of the runoff from the nearly islands of Maui, Kahoolawe and Molokai. Pacific Whale Foundation offers a variety of trips to this location.…
| Description: Cruise to Molokini Crater to snorkel and explore this marine preserve. Then travel to Lanai to one of many pristine snorkel sites. On your return trip search for dolphins, spotted, spinner and bottlenose. Recommended for children over 6 years of age and those physically able to enjoy the channel crossing during this 6.5 hour adventure
Departure Point: Check in 45 minutes prior at the PWF Store, located in the Ocean Center Shopping complex in Maalaea. Departs from Maalaea Harbor.
Operates: Tuesday-Saturday from 8:30am to 3:00pm
Duration: 6.5 hours
(..more info) | Your Price | | Adult | $94.95 | $86.46 | | Child 7-12 | $44.95 | $40.46 | | One Free Child 0-6 Per Pay Adult | $0.00 | $0.00 | | Under 6 Additional Child | $44.95 | $40.46 | | |
| Description: Snorkel the world-famous reef at Molokini Marine Preserve and also snorkel Turtle Arches where green sea turtles swim amid underwater lava arches. Expert naturalists will guide you and they also offer free "learn to snorkel" classes for beginners.
Departure Point: Check in 45 minutes prior at the PWF Store, located in the Ocean Center Shopping Complex in Maalaea. Departs from Maalaea Harbor.
Operates: Daily: 7:00am to 12:00noon
Duration: 5 hours
(..more info) | Your Price | | Adult | $79.95 | $71.96 | | Child 7-12 | $34.95 | $31.46 | | One Free Child 0-6 Per Pay Adult | $0.00 | $0.00 | | Under 6 Additional Child | $34.95 | $31.46 | | |
| Description: The Molokini Eco Express is a very economical, eco-friendly later morning cruise to Molokini! Includes all snorkel gear, flotation devices, optical masks, instruction and guided reef tour by one of the Certified Marine Naturalists pointing out some Molokini"s most fascinating fish and marine wildlife to you. Once you"ve worked up a bit of an appetite, there"s a deli-lunch served and lots of ice-cold refreshments of soda, juices and filtered water throughout the day. Cocktails, Beer and MaiTais are available for purchase with proper ID after snorkeling.
Departure Point: Check in 45 minutes prior at the PWF Store, located in the Ocean Center Shopping complex in Maalaea. Departs from Maalaea Harbor.
Operates: Daily: 9:00am to 12:30pm
Duration: 3.5 hours
(..more info) | Your Price | | Adult | $54.95 | $49.96 | | Child 7-12 | $34.95 | $31.46 | | Free Child 0-6 Per Pay Adult | $0.00 | $0.00 | | Under 7 Additional Child | $34.95 | $31.46 | | |
| Description: This new Molokini tour is a small group eco-adventure that travels off the beaten path and includes a Sea Turtle Photo Safari, with instruction in underwater photography and the opportunity to participate in sea turtle research. Departing from Maalaea Harbor the first destination is Molokini where you can enjoy some relaxed and leisurely snorkeling. Next, cruise around the rugged red rock back wall of Molokini. Birdwatchers be ready: Seabirds such as Wedge-Tailed Shearwaters and Great Frigatebirds nest on this islet and are often seen. Then cruise along the dramatic coast of Makena, past the volcanic shores of Ahihi Kinau Nature Reserve and LaPerouse Bay. Spinner, Bottle Nose Dolphins and Manta Rays are often seen. Last but not least, stop at Nahuna Point, one of the sites of Pacific Whale Foundation's Sea Turtle Research Project. You'll learn about the research techniques that are used to assess the population of turtles in this area, and you'll be invited to help out as they conduct a survey of the sea turtles that are found here.
Departure Point: Check in 45 minutes prior at the PWF Store, located in the Ocean Center Shopping Complex in Maalaea. Departs from Maalaea Harbor
Operates: Daily: 7:30am to 1:30pm
Duration: 6 Hours
(..more info) | Your Price | | Adult | $109.95 | $103.90 | | Child 7-12 | $54.95 | $51.90 | | No Child Under 7 | $0.00 | $0.00 | | |
| Description: Snorkel at the two most popular areas for Maui visitors. Turtle Arches first, then Molokini, when there are less crowds. Includes all snorkel gear, flotation devices, optical masks and guided reef tour. This tour is seasonal. *
Departure Point: Check in 45 minutes prior at the PWF Store, located in the Ocean Center Shopping complex in Maalaea. Departs from Maalaea Harbor.
Operates: Daily: 7:00am to 12:00noon or 9:00am to 2:00pm (times and days vary)
Duration: 5 hours
(..more info) | Your Price | | Adult | $79.95 | $71.96 | | Child 7-12 | $34.95 | $31.46 | | One Free Child 0-6 Per Pay Adult | $0.00 | $0.00 | | Under 7 Additional Child | $34.95 | $31.46 | | |
Molokini Snorkeling from Maui by Pacific Whale Foundation
Molokini and Lanai Snorkel and Wild Dolphin Eco Adventure 
