Honolua Bay Snorkel Cruise

Experience one of the best snorkeling spots on Maui at popular Honolua Bay. At this protected marine reserve, you will be treated to a lot of tropical fish, vibrant coral, and common occurrences of sea turtles and octopus. Pods of friendly wild dolphins are often encountered as well.

On this 5 hour cruise, you will also make a second snorkeling stop at another prime stop along the coast (usually Namalu Bay / Cliff House or sometimes Mokuleia Bay / Slaughterhouse). On the luxury sailing catamaran Ocean Spirit, you can lounge on the extra large deck with comfortable trampoline areas and indoor & outdoor seating while enjoying the sights of the coast, a continental breakfast, a BBQ lunch, and drinks (2 complimentary alcoholic beverages and unlimited soda, juices, and water). The knowledgeable and friendly staff, including a certified marine naturalist, will ensure your comfort and safety, as well as educate you about Maui’s interesting marine life, including on a guided reef tour (optional). Enjoy sailing on the journey back with scenic views of the islands of Lanai and Molokai, the Kaanapali coast, and West Maui Mountains.

All snorkel gear included, as well as swim belts as requested. A free marine wildlife 8x10 glossy poster card is also given per person.

Normal price is $130 (for adults), but our online price is discounted 10%, with children 7-12 half price, and ages 6 & under free!

COVID-19 UPDATE: This tour is currently operating, with passenger capacity reduced by 50% for the foreseeable future (max of 24, but usually less). For the safety of staff and guests, enhanced sanitation measures and onboard best practices to reduce contact and maintain social distancing have also been implemented. More details about COVID-19 can be found in the FAQ below.

• Profits support the 35-year-old non-profit Pacific Whale Foundation's marine life research and conservations efforts
• Onboard certified naturalist provides context for what you are seeing
• Hot BBQ meal cooked onboard
• Tour only runs during the time of year when snorkeling conditions are best
• Complimentary bar includes local craft beers, wine, champagne, mai tais, and more

Maui Revealed Guidebook:

A popular snorkeling destination, Honolua Bay has breathtaking underwater scenery—tons of fish, turtles, and coral—and great visibility.

Parking may be a problem here, and occasionally there are car break-ins. [A benefit of a cruise]

Lonely Planet Guidebook:

Famed for its snorkeling, Honolua Bay has excellent snorkeling with thriving reefs and abundant coral

Fodor's Guidebook:

Honolua Bay has a superb reef for snorkeling with dramatic coral formations.

There’s no beach, and the rocks and concrete ramp can be slippery. [A benefit of a cruise]

Moon Guidebook:

Honolua Bay: Top 10 Highlight. It has the island’s best snorkeling during the calm, warm summer with green sea turtles, parrotfish, octopus, and the rare spinner dolphin. When it comes to snorkeling along Maui’s shoreline, it is the gold standard. The valley, bay, and shoreline exude a supernatural beauty.

• Non-profit organization whose mission is to protect the oceans through science and advocacy. It conducts marine research, educates the public, and fights for marine life and ocean conservation.
• Hawai’i Ecotourism Association Sustainable Tourism Certification
• Part of the Dolphin SMART wildlife viewing and conservation program
• Holds annual Maui Whale Festival to raise awareness about conservation and raise funds to support its important programs
• Boats use energy efficient, low emissions engines
• Developed and outfitted all boats with whale protection devices, the first devices in the world for commercial vessels that guide whales away from propellers and running gear
• Uses bio-compostable plates, cups, and utensils
• Sources locally grown fruits, vegetables, and meats to reduce carbon footprint

• Fully refundable or changeable until 48 hours prior to cruise

• 4.166% Hawaii sales tax (GET)
• 3% Harbor Tax
• $4.50 fuel surcharge per person

• No sunscreen permitted that contains harmful ingredients for the reefs and marine life (oxybenzone, octinoxate, avobenzone, avobenzine, homosalate, octisalate, octocrylene, and ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate)
• No full-face snorkel masks permitted due to safety concerns