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Molokini Crater + Turtle Town
3-Hour Tour

World-Famous Molokini Crater
2-Hour Tour

Custom Private Charters

Makena Coast Charters offers Maui’s best snorkeling at Molokini Crater, Turtle Town, and South Maui.

Discover Molokini and Turtle Town

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Your Charter, Your Way

Every group is unique, and your private charter can be customized to reflect that. All tours can be customized in length, departure time, and snorkel sites. We cater to groups, families, and special occasions.

BOOK A PRIVATE CHARTER FOR:

🌊 Snorkeling excursions
🐋 Whale and dolphin watching
🎯 Corporate gatherings
🎉 Wedding & birthday parties
💞 Honeymoons
💐 Anniversaries
⚓ Private ash scattering ceremonies

Why Choose Us

DECADES OF RELIABILITY

Locally owned for 35+ years, we deliver Hawaiian hospitality with strong community ties, proven safety, and true professional care.

AWARD-WINNING SERVICE

Guests praise our attentive crew, pristine vessels, and unforgettable moments making us one of Maui’s most trusted charters.

SUPERIOR COMFORT

Our raft boat features deluxe cushion seating, unlike other boats where some guests sit on pontoons. We also have a premium sound system and a fully shaded deck for comfort throughout your journey.




Latest News and Insight

Molokini Crater vs Turtle Town Tours – A Guide to Maui’s Top Snorkeling Sites

Molokini Crater and Turtle Town is the top choices for many Maui snorkelers because the two sites offer very different experiences: Molokini is a sheltered volcanic crescent about three miles offshore from Kihei Boat Ramp with consistently high snorkel visibility and reef fish species, while Turtle Town sits along the Makena coast within a short…

Snorkeling With a Whale Shark – “A Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience”

Whale shark encounters in Maui are considered “holy grail” sightings. A recent customer not only spotted one, but got to snorkel with this beautiful behemoth! Read their 5-star review below: “We had the most amazing tour with Alex and first mate Kyle. They were funny, answered all of our questions, and made us feel very…

Introducing Makena Mele II: Maui’s Best Ocean Raft Boat!

In early 2025, we purchased a brand-new ocean raft boat to offer an even better experience for our customers. Makena Mele II is 40 ft long and features two new 240HP Honda motors, a fully shaded deck, and deluxe comfort seating. The vessel seats 19 passengers comfortably and includes a premium plug-and-play Bluetooth sound system….

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