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title: Molokini Crater + South Maui Coast Adventure from Kihei, Maui
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type: tour
city: Maui
country: United States
price: 163
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rating: 4.95
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duration_minutes: 300
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data_updated: 2026-11-08
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# Molokini Crater + South Maui Coast Adventure from Kihei, Maui

**Guidekin's take:** A fast boat from Kihei links Molokini Crater and Turtle Town for snorkeling among coral reefs and marine life. Snorkel gear, cinnamon rolls, fruit and sandwiches are included; you must be able to climb a vertical ladder to reboard. 4.95 from 1651 reviews at €163 per person for 5h.

In our comparison: #2 of 49 in Molokini & Snorkeling Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Fast transit, uncrowded waters, and multiple iconic snorkel destinations in one morning.

• Molokini Crater: Beat the crowds aboard our fast vessel to dive into world-famous 180-foot visibility alongside rays, pristine coral reefs, and vibrant tropical fish.
• Turtle Town: Glide through calm, protected waters alongside wild Hawaiian green sea turtles (honu) in their natural habitat.
• Small-Group Comfort: Skip the packed boats for an intimate ocean adventure with nearly 3 hours of total time in the water!
• Island Hospitality: Fuel your day with warm cinnamon rolls and fresh island fruit for breakfast, followed by a full deli lunch and Maui coastline views.

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €163 per person
- Duration: 5h
- Rating: 4.95/5 from 1651 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Redline Rafting
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 07:00
- Booking: Confirmation within 48 hours, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07

## Reviews

4.95 from 1651 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 1636 of 1651.

- 5 stars: 1597 (97%)
- 4 stars: 39 (2%)
- 3 stars: 10 (1%)
- 2 stars: 2 (0%)
- 1 star: 3 (0%)

## What's included

- Local guide and instructor
- Soda/Pop
- Bottled water
- Delicious individually packaged sandwiches and chips
- Arrive 30 minutes prior to departure - 2800 South Kihei Road
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- World famous Maui cinnamon rolls and fresh fruit all individually packaged

## Not included

- Gratuities
- Hotel pick-up and drop off

## Itinerary

1. **Molokini Crater** (2h) - Skip over the waves on a comfortable and speedy military-inspired, eco-friendly raft to the Molokini Crater, where you will snorkel with tropical fish, rays and various other wildlife. As the first boat to arrive at the crater, the waters will be uncrowded. Here, you'll also...
2. **Keawakapu Beach** (pass by, no stop) - On your way to your final snorkeling destination, 'Turtle Town,' hug the Maui coastline and view the island’s most recent lava flow on the way to beautiful La Perouse Bay. The bay is a natural habitat for the Hawaiian spinner dolphin, so keep a look out and get your camera ready!
3. **Redline Rafting** (30m) - The Kihei Boat Ramp is where we depart from and return to. We are one of the first boats to Molokini because we can get there faster than most boats so you will have plenty of pristine time to snorkel.
4. **La Perouse Bay** (1h) - At 'Turtle Town,' jump in the water and swim with the friendly Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles! After snorkeling with the turtles, refuel with a deli lunch before heading back to Maui.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 07:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-11-07
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Meeting point

You can also put in Kihei Boat Ramp in Google Maps. Parking is free and you park at one of the two parking lots above the lot where the boats/trailers are. Look for the big red boat for check-in. Please make sure to arrive 30 minutes prior to departure - show up at 6:30AM, departure at 7.

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Guests must be able to climb a vertical ladder to re-board boat after snorkeling.
- Must show up 30 minutes prior to departure, 6:30AM for 7AM departure
- Guests must be between the ages of 8-65, please contact us directly for exceptions
- Strict Medical Requirement: Due to the high speeds and rough ocean conditions, this tour is NOT suitable for anyone with current or past back, neck, or spine injuries, chronic pain, or recent surgeries.
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers due to high speeds and ocean swells.
- Not recommended for travelers prone to seasickness.
- Best suited for ages 8–65. This is an adventurous, high-speed trip that can get very bumpy on open ocean water.

## Compared with other Molokini & Snorkeling Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #2 of 49** | €163 | 5h | 4.95 (1651) | shared |
| [West Maui Snorkeling Experience by Boat from Ka'anapali](/usa/maui/tours/west-maui-snorkeling-experience-by-boat-from-ka-anapali/?format=md) | €176 | 5h | 4.99 (970) | shared |
| [Maui: Molokini and Turtles Luxury Yacht Snorkel](/usa/maui/tours/maui-molokini-and-turtles-luxury-yacht-snorkel/?format=md) | €290 | 5h | 4.96 (656) | shared |
| [Maui: 2.5 Hour Xpress Snorkel from Ka’anapali Beach](/usa/maui/tours/maui-2-5-hour-xpress-snorkel-from-ka-anapali-beach/?format=md) | €152 | 2h 30m | 4.97 (395) | shared |

Ranked #2 of 49 in Molokini & Snorkeling Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €90 to €409, median €172; typical length 3h 30m. 1 of 49 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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