We highly recommend making your reservation in advance, due to the boat being at full capacity during summer months (high season).
Whale Watch & Molokini Crater Snorkel
Our Maui Whale Watch and Snorkel Combo Tour dedicates time to and from your snorkel destination so that you can search for whales in the wild. Observe them in their natural habitat in Maui! See the humpback whales up close AND visit Maui’s top rated snorkel destinations.
The Four Winds morning snorkel tour to Molokini Crater gives you Maui’s best snorkeling value and experience. Molokini Crater, located 3 miles offshore, is Maui’s premier snorkeling destination. The Four Winds is known for its family friendly features and offers the best snorkeling in Maui. Enjoy extended time at Molokini Crater with plenty of time to snorkel, relax, and dine at your leisure.
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DRY DOCK NOTICE: Four Winds II will be in dry dock Jan. 17-Feb. 22. Book our sister vessel Maui Magic for a morning snorkel tour instead.
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Reserve Your Spot in Advance!
Booking ahead is highly recommended, especially during the summer months (high season) when our boat reaches full capacity. Secure your spot early to ensure the best experience!
Want to explore two snorkel spots and swim with turtles? Check out our sister ship, the Maui Magic! For more availability and tour options, call us at (800) 736-5740 or visit the Maui Magic website.
TRIP FEATURES
Departures: Daily 7:30 am – 12:30 pm
Check-in: 7:00 am
Duration: 5 hours
Departs: Ma’alaea Harbor, slip #80 (Get directions)
Included
- Tropical Breakfast
- Hot BBQ Lunch Grilled On Board
- Beverages: Water, Soda, Beer, Wine, Wine Spritzers, Hard Seltzers, and Juice
- Snorkeling Gear and Flotation
- Sea Boards (large floatations with clear bottoms) & Boogie Boards
- Optical Masks
- Instructional Guide
Four Winds Catamaran Features:
- 2 Restrooms
- Glass Bottom Viewing Room
- 2 Spacious Decks
- Plenty of Shade
- 3 Boarding Ladders
- Fresh Water Showers
- Waterslide
- Sport Fishing Equipment (Seasonal)
What to Expect
- Abundance of Marine Life
- Whale Watching (Seasonal)
- Stunning Views of Maui’s Coastline
- Fun Music
- Tattoos for Kids
SAFETY FIRST: Your safety is important to us! Each of our crew members are Red Cross Certified, CPR, and FIRST AID trained. While snorkeling we make sure there is ample crew, both in and out of the water for your assistance and safety. We also have a certified scuba diver in the water for those that SNUBA.
Note: During this time of year, we are unable to utilize any of our sport fishing gear because of the whales.
*Snorkel sites are selected at the discretion of the captain. We always attempt to reach Molokini when weather and conditions permit.
TRIP ADD-ON'S
Enhance Your Adventure with SNUBA & Photography!
Make your trip even more unforgettable with these add-ons:
SNUBA – $75 Easy, safe, and incredibly fun! A guest favorite for exploring deeper underwater.
Professional Photos, Videos, and Underwater Digital Camera Rental Marine Images offers high-quality underwater photos and videos of your snorkeling experience, available in a convenient, take-home format (click here for Maui Marine Images price list).
Wetsuit Rental – $10 Stay warm and comfortable while snorkeling.
MENU
Tropical Breakfast
Local Kona Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate, Juice (Passion Orange Guava), assortment of Muffins plus a Tropical Fruit Platter.
Deluxe Grilled BBQ Lunch
Choice of Savory Pulled Pork, Hot Dogs, Marinated Chicken Breast & Veggie Burgers, all served with a Sesame Seed Bun. All the trimmings and sauces are included on the side (cheese, tomato, onion, lettuce). We also offer Maui potato chips!
Dessert
Make sure to save some room for some FRESH BAKED COOKIES!
Drinks
We offer a selection of Sodas (Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Ginger-ale), POG Juice (Passion, Orange, Guava Blend), Filtered Water, Hard Seltzers, Varieties of Beer, Wine Spritzers, and Chardonnay (alcohol available after snorkeling).
WHAT TO BRING
What to Bring:
Pack like you are going to the beach. Limited storage is available.
- Towels
- Swimsuit
- Non-Aerosol Sunscreen (spray aerosol makes boat decks slippery and dangerous)
- Light Cover-Up or Light Jacket
- Hat/Sunglasses
- Camera
- Cash for parking, wetsuit rentals, and gratuity
- Credit Card for add-ons and merchandise
- We offer snorkel gear (all sizes). You are welcome to bring your own.
- We offer life vest/floats for small children. You are welcome to bring your own.
- A valid Picture ID is required for alcoholic beverages.
What to Leave at Home:
- Valuables
- Large bags
- Aerosol Sunscreen (not only is it messy it is not reef- friendly)
- Strollers (infant carriers are permitted)
Molokini Crater is Maui’s & Hawaiiʻs most popular snorkeling destination!
Molokini Crater is regarded as a premier snorkeling destination. Molokini’s unique crescent-shaped, partially submerged crater has beautiful clear blue water and incredible marine life. The crater is one of three sheltered volcanic calderas in the world and boasts some of the best snorkeling in Hawaii. Protected from waves and strong currents, Molokini has ideal snorkeling and snuba conditions. Learn more about snorkeling Molokini Crater.
*Please know, Molokini Crater is always our first choice, however, safety is our top priority. All snorkel destinations are weather permitting.
SNUBA is a great add on option for those who have previously snorkeled before and are strong swimmers. Dive down with a certified instructor without the hassle of a scuba tank and all the equipment. It’s a great bridge between snorkeling and diving and is offered daily!
Professional instructors
See marine life up close
Safe & easy
All gear provided
* This activity is not for first-time snorkelers.
add to your trip for only
$75
Molokini Crater* Most Popular Tour!
5 Hour Tour
Spend the most time at Molokini Crater. Morning weather provides the best snorkeling conditions.
Free Tropical Breakfast
Free Lunch
Open Bar
Family Friendly
Water Slide
SNUBA
Professional Photography
Friendly Helpful Crew
$180
Now From
$170
Coral Gardens or Molokini*
3.5 Hour Tour
This shorter afternoon option provides a later start and an opportunity to snorkel with turtles at Coral Gardens.
Snorkel with Turtles-
Free Lunch
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Open Bar
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Family Friendly
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Water Slide
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SNUBA
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Professional Photography
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Friendly Helpful Crew
$120
Now From
$115
Glass Bottom Boats Maui
5 Hour Tour
Spend the most time at Molokini Crater. Morning weather provides the best snorkeling conditions.
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Free Tropical Breakfast
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Free Lunch
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Open Bar
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Family Friendly
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Water Slide
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SNUBA
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Professional Photography
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Friendly Helpful Crew
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| Morning Snorkel | Afternoon Snorkel Tour | |
CHECK-IN TIME | 7:00 am | 1:00 pm |
DEPARTURE TIME | 7:30 am | 1:30 pm |
TRIP DURATION | 5 hours | 3.5 hours |
TROPICAL BREAKFAST |  |  |
TACO BAR LUNCH | | |
FRESH BAKED COOKIES | | |
NON-ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES | | |
BEER, WINE, SELTZERS | | |
SNORKEL WITH TURTLES* | | |
DOLPHIN SPOTTING | Occasionally | Occasionally |
WHALE WATCHING* | Seasonally (December-April) | Seasonally (December-April) |
SNORKEL LOCATION | Molokini Crater* | Coral Gardens (or Molokini Crater*) |
UPPER & LOWER DESK SHADE | Yes! | Yes! |
GLASS BOTTOM ROOM | Yes! | Yes! |
TWO PRIVATE RESTROOMS | Yes! | Yes! |
WATER SLIDE | Yes! | Yes! |
SNUBA | Yes! | Yes! |