Is Molokini Crater snorkeling worth it?

This crater is NOT worth the visit (time or money). 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.

What month is best for snorkeling Maui?

The best snorkeling in Hawaii in January is Maui. Maui has the most south and west-facing snorkel spots of the Hawaiian islands. Big waves will be hitting Maui’s north shore but you will find calm, warm waters off of the Ka’anapali and Wailea resort areas.

Can you snorkel at Mala Wharf?

Snorkeling The Mala Wharf Reef Now touted as one of the best places to snorkel on Maui, the legacy of Mala Wharf continues. The support posts of the historic mala pier have created a sanctuary where corals and other marine life thrive.

Can you snorkel without a tour in Maui?

So, if you want to go snorkeling in Maui, you don’t NEED to go on a snorkeling tour to do so. If you want to go to what is often considered to be among the premier snorkeling destinations on Maui (aka Molokini Crater), then you DO need to book a snorkeling tour.

Are there sharks in Molokini Crater?

Are there sharks at Molokini Crater? Yes. Reef sharks spend most of their time on the backside of the crater, but we sometimes see them close to the bottom in deeper waters within the crater.

Is Molokini or Lanai better snorkeling?

Lanai offers the best snorkeling compared to Molokini. Lanai offers excellent snorkeling from the shore in Hulopoe Bay. Snorkeling tours will take you to see spinner dolphins and sea turtles in Lanai’s reefs. Molokini crater gets crowded and you will see comparable Hawaiian fish from Maui’s shores.

Where can I snorkel in Honolua Bay?

The best areas to snorkel at Honolua are further from the beach. That said, the west (left-hand) side is the best for snorkeling, follow the rocky shoreline all the way out and around Kalaepiha Point (see map below.) Diving is best on the east side which is deeper and contains many interesting coral formations.

What part of Maui is best for snorkeling?

The best Top 10 Maui snorkel spots with maps & photos.

  • #1 Molokini Crater.
  • #2 Black Rock.
  • #3 La Perouse.
  • #4 Honolua Bay.
  • #5 Coral Gardens.
  • #6 Ahihi Bay.
  • #7 Kapalua & Napili Bays.
  • #8 “Turtle Town”

Where do Maui locals snorkel?

Hanakaoo, known by locals as Canoe Beach, is a great hangout and Maui snorkeling spot.