Molokini Crater, Maui: Address, Phone Number, Molokini Crater Reviews: 4/5
Molokini Crater
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Lee L
33 contributions
What a beautiful world down there!
Jul 2021
What an awesome spot to snorkel! Not a swimmer, I was able to snorkel and see the reef underneath! What a beautiful world down there! I saw so many fish, some bright yellow fish and even a few long yellow fish shaped like eels.
Note: I could feel the waves by the end of the trip. We ended up with some seasickness but it was all worth it.
Note: I could feel the waves by the end of the trip. We ended up with some seasickness but it was all worth it.
Written 26 July 2021
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Vegas408
Nevada238 contributions
Molokini Crater Snorkel Day
Jul 2021 • Friends
Took a charter out to Molokini Crater for a 6am snorkel trip. Once we were out there the views were amazing. The water was calm this morning and there were plenty of things to see on the reef areas. We also saw a pod of dolphins swimming by.
Definitely a spot to check out if you like to snorkel or dive. Get there in the early morning though. The place fills up with boats by 8am and then there are large groups of people floating around everywhere.
Definitely a spot to check out if you like to snorkel or dive. Get there in the early morning though. The place fills up with boats by 8am and then there are large groups of people floating around everywhere.
Written 6 July 2021
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lisakeg
Allentown, PA251 contributions
Beautiful clear water
Jun 2021
Great tour company- Classic charters. We were out early in the morning- saw some nice fish, but thought there would be more. Going to Makena landing was superb with fish and more importantly sea turtles. Would try Lanai for snorkeling next time.
Written 29 June 2021
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TravelMore
Parker, CO118 contributions
Not as many fish as we were expecting
Jun 2021 • Family
We snorkeled the crater with a tour during the first part of our trip. The weather was beautiful and the water was crystal clear. However there were not as many fish as we were expecting. Due to the fact that many tour boats come here you’re restricted to one section to snorkel in. I have no idea if other areas are better but we were a little underwhelmed with the fish and coral here.
We had a much better time an Honolua Bay and saw tons of fish as well as a greater variety. I’d go back to that bay in a heartbeat.
We had a much better time an Honolua Bay and saw tons of fish as well as a greater variety. I’d go back to that bay in a heartbeat.
Written 15 June 2021
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Karen M
Phoenix, AZ438 contributions
crystal clear water
May 2021
We went with one of the charter companies to go snorkeling at Molokini. It was one of the best experiences we had in Maui. The water is so clear! We saw hundreds of colorful beautiful fish. The coral was beautiful. We spent a couple of hours there and I could have stayed longer. I will come back here again. It was so much fun!
Written 5 June 2021
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michmaciasg
Dallas, TX9 contributions
This crater is NOT worth the visit (time or money).
May 2021
Although our tour guides were great and on-time. This crater is NOT worth the visit (time or money) since we saw minimal fish, minimal coral - You're better off exploring the many snorkeling options the island has to offer. I would not recommend any tours here to anyone.
Most of the people in the boat looked just as disappointed as us and the couple next to us recommended we drive up to the NW shore which was SO much better.
Most of the people in the boat looked just as disappointed as us and the couple next to us recommended we drive up to the NW shore which was SO much better.
Written 31 May 2021
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MemoriesHoarder
New York City, NY113 contributions
Try to book a tour that goes on the outside rim too
Nov 2020
RedLine Rafting takes you to the interior of the crater which is the inside of the underground volcano (nice calm, shallow, lots to see) AND to the outside which is deep ocean (they call one spot "The Elevator" because of how rough you go up and down in the waves -- I puked at this spot but I LOVED every minute of the trip!!).
Written 20 February 2021
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Rob S
Grapevine, TX110 contributions
Amazingly beautiful spot
Oct 2020 • Couples
We rented a boat to go out to Molokini. The trip out was a little rough(definitely not the Gulf of Mexico) but when we arrived at the crater we were protected. We were all alone in the crater and made our time there even more special. The water was crystal clear, the view better than any picture or video you’ve ever seen. For us renting a boat is the only way to do it. Aloha Outdoors provides a thorough orientation, pre-rental safety brief and on site brief. We had 4 in our party and the boat rental was cheaper than what you’d pay for a guided excursion, we went at our own pace and spent as much time as we chose at the crater.
Written 16 November 2020
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psudino
Weehawken, NJ3,159 contributions
Snuba here. So many whales on the way!
Mar 2020
This a a great place to Snuba instead of snorkel, because there is a lot more to see closer to the bottom and the best way to get their is to snuba.
This place is a natural wonder and I'm so happy that no one is allowed to build anything here so it can remain a natural wonder.
Also, on the way here we saw an incredible amount of whales, which I also think is a testament to humans not screwing up the area.
This place is a natural wonder and I'm so happy that no one is allowed to build anything here so it can remain a natural wonder.
Also, on the way here we saw an incredible amount of whales, which I also think is a testament to humans not screwing up the area.
Written 21 August 2020
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Amber Swain
Golden, CO
How long is the tour?
Rob S
Grapevine, TX110 contributions
We rented and drove a boat ourselves (tons cheaper and you get to do your own thing) so cant speak to tour. We were out for 4 hours on our own.
LouMilanovich
Minneapolis, MN
We have 5-9 years old children, would they be able to snorkel and enjoy the beach?
Andrea Hernandez
Guadalupe, CA12 contributions
Yes! There were a lot of kids the crater you can’t walk on. But the beach around it is calm! There were a lot of kids out there While we did it
andrea91g
19 contributions
Hola! con qué compañía fuiste?
Horserescuer57
Laurel, MT97 contributions
I sent on the Calypso run by Boss Frog, it was fantastic!
shaynaplunkett
Toronto, Canada2 contributions
Do they provide a full face mask for snorkeling?
Golf_Girl_TX
Porter, TX136 contributions
not the company that we used. they did not provide full mask.
We are going to Maui in a few wk. Is this worth a visit with all 5 of us. Mom, dad and 3 teenagers
We live 5 minutes from Pensacola beach so we are familiar with beaches and snorkeling. I
okbakers
Norman, OK37 contributions
I would certainly think so. We had a great time.
Carol E
Henderson, NV
Pride of Maui or Leilani
InToonwithWife
Regina, Canada588 contributions
We did the Calypso snorkel tour. Food was good. Ship was smooth and crew were friendly and helpful!
Charley5758
Frisco, TX41 contributions
I did snorkeling before with Life jacket in Cancun and Cozumel but I am little scared of deep waters and waves, is Molokini still a nice place to snorkel with life Jacket, if it is not can you recommend any other places which are not too deep ...
Horserescuer57
Laurel, MT97 contributions
Sorry, I didn't see this! The inside of the present is relatively shallow where we anchored...water was calm on that day. There were people who couldn't even swim in the water and the guides on board the Calypso were attentive.
michellenatalier
San Diego, CA36 contributions
Hi, michellenatalier. What would you like to know about this attraction?
Hi! We are avid snorkelers and going to Maui at the end of the month. I am researching snorkeling trips and then came upon your review. Do you remember where off the west coast of Maui you snorkeled? Would you say save $300 and skip Molokini?
journey_in_wander
Homestead, FL312 contributions
I snorkeled Molokini in July. I would save the $300 and skip Molokini. It was not the best snorkeling we found on the island.
Honolua bay, on the west side of the island, had much better snorkeling FOR FREE! If you drive out to the site, there is roadside parking, right across from a small (and delicious) food truck. Just a short easy walk through the trees and you are there. Enjoy!
