Private Charter: Molokini/South Maui
$ 4,750
Step aboard our brand new charming raft boat and treat yourself, your friends and family to an unforgettable ocean getaway unlike any other on Maui – where you choose the location, the duration, the activity – weather permitting.
Possible cruise destinations include the Molokini Crater, Backwall Molokini, Makena Landing, Wailea Point, Makena Turtle Town, La Perouse Bay or just Cruise the South Maui Coastline.
Every step of the way, our crew will join you, providing assistance, and show you the best each location has to offer.
What’s included
For an early morning tour: Sandwich Lunch Included
• Complementary Chips and Granola Bars for snacks
• Ice-cold water and Hawaiian juices
• Snorkeling Masks and Tube
• Fins (up to adult shoe size 14)
• Wet Suit tops to keep you warm
• Floatation devices, pool noodles, and lifeguard belts (NO LIFEJACKETS)
What’s not included
Underwater camera
Sunscreen
Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off
Itinerary
We can customize the itinerary to your request. This is our usual itinerary for our most popular tour. The 3-hour Molokini and Turtle Town snorkeling, but we can extend the tour and go out for longer and add more spots like Makena Landing, Wailea Point, La Perouse Bay, or just cruise the South Maui Coastline.
- Check in at 6:30 am with the captain and crew
- Depart from the Kihei Boat Ramp at 7:00 am sharp.
- Take a 15-20-minute ride to Molokini Crater
- Spend around 1 hour snorkeling at Molokini Crater
- Eat your complementary Sandwich Lunch and enjoy the ice cold drinks.
- Take a 15-20-minute boat ride to Turtle Town
- Snorkel at Turtle Town with the Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles.
- Go back to the Kihei Boat Ramp and use the shower and restroom facilities, and have a great rest of your day!
Highlights
Set sail aboard Makena Mele II for a private, customizable ocean adventure 🌊. Explore Maui’s most iconic snorkeling spots from Molokini Crater and Turtle Town departing from Kihei Boat Ramp Go at your own pace, surrounded only by your favorite people 🐢.
Enjoy personalized service, top-quality gear, and the freedom to shape your day, whether it’s more snorkeling, relaxing on deck, or cruising the coastline 🌴. Every charter is unique, offering comfort, privacy, and the true spirit of aloha 💙.
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Check-in details
Check-In
Check-in is 30 minutes before your charter start time
2800 S Kihei Rd, Kihei, HI 96753 (Kihei Boat Ramp)
Vessel name Makena Mele II
All guests sign in and complete our online liability waiver
Walk to the dock and board the vesselWhat to bring
A light jacket or shawl
Reef-safe sunscreen and hat
Towel
Cash for gratuitySpecial requirements
No unaccompanied minors below the age of 15 and no legal minors 17 years of age or younger without legal guardian-signed waivers.
Restrictions
- Snorkeler (5+ years old)
- 5+ years old due to potential weather conditions within the ocean.
- Non-swimmers are restricted to the boat.
- Pregnant women are prohibited.
- Participants must be capable of moderate-to-advanced physical activity.
- Persons with recent surgical procedures are prohibited.
- Cannot book individuals with chronic, serious existing back or neck conditions.
- Guests must be able to climb a vertical boat ladder.
- No elderly or fragile people or those with back or neck problems.
- Must be able to walk down the dock without assistance.
- Weight Limit 300 pounds maximum.
- No full-face snorkeling masks
Extras
We can arrange for a private tour guide for those who don’t know how to swim. Since Molokini Crater is usually not ideal for beginner swimmers, having a private guide means beginners can also confidently join us in the water and enjoy the experience.
Disclaimers
Please plan your schedule based on arrival times. If you’re staying on the North or West Side, it’s around a 25-40 minute drive. We look forward to welcoming you!
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- Is snorkeling equipment provided?
A. Yes. We provide sanitized masks, fins, and snorkels. Flotation devices such as vests and pool noodles are also available to enhance comfort and confidence in the water. - Can beginners or non-swimmers join this tour?
A. We would not recommend non-swimmers to join this tour. Molokini Crater and Turtle Town are in very deep waters and can be dangerous for beginners. We recommend practicing in your hotel’s pool or on the beach first. - Do we snorkel inside or outside the crater?
A. Most snorkeling takes place inside Molokini Crater, where waters are calm and marine life is abundant. Conditions permitting, some tours may explore the crater’s outer edge for advanced snorkelers. - Are there restrooms on board?
A. The vessel does not have a restroom, but the Kihei Boat Ramp has restroom and shower facilities you can use before and after the tour. - Can I bring my own gear?
A. Yes, guests are welcome to bring personal snorkel equipment if preferred. However, full-face snorkeling masks are not allowed. - Will I see turtles at Molokini?
A. Turtles are more commonly found at Turtle Town on our 3 hour trip rather than inside Molokini Crater. However, every trip is unique, and marine life sightings can vary.
- Is snorkeling equipment provided?
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Full refunds require at least 24 hours’ notice before the scheduled departure for groups of up to 4. Groups of 5 or more must give 48 hours’ notice for a full refund. Private charters need a 7-day advance notice for a full refund. Cancellations due to weather and mechanical failure, even within the grace period, will be automatically honored. Cancellations or changes CANNOT be made via email. Please text us with any changes or questions at 808-874-1273.
Special Notice: We require a minimum of bookings for this tour. Makena Coast Charters reserves the right to cancel due to a low customer count.