Molokini Crater and Turtle Town Snorkeling Tour from Ma'alaea Harbor

Aloha, SNUBA diving is offered to all of our guests, as a one dive experience, at one of our two stops. This is because we are limited on the number of guests that we sign up and take SNUBA diving. It is sold on a first come first serve basis, until all spots are taken. Therefore, not many do a second SNUBA dive, and then only when another person who has signed up, decides to opt out and give their spot to someone else. This occasionally happens, when a family member changes their mind after signing up, and gives their spot to another family member, or friend, etc. In speaking to my SNUBA Instructor, Justin, he recalled a recent day, when a couple of children in a particular family, took their older family members spot, because the Uncle said the two younger ones were so excited, he and his wife decided to give their spots to the younger family members to enjoy again. This may have been the day you joined us and saw the two of them doing a second SNUBA dive. However, I am a 62 year young waterman, and most of our Captains are either over 50, or approaching 50 years of age. Your assumptions about age are incorrect. The crater is a world class snorkel destination with exceptional visibility not found along the shore line. There is a nice variety of colorful fish and coral, some endemic to the crater itself. Thank goodness for so many other guests who've been to the crater with us, that have described their experiences, about what a truly special place the crater is. You are correct, there are no Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles at the crater, because of its distance off shore. The clarity of the water and unique sightings of other marine life is part of what makes Molokini so special though. Its distance offshore occasionally attracts Hawksbill Sea Turtles, which are more nomadic by nature, but not green sea turtles. We do however see many other wonderful animals out at the crater not commonly sighted along the shoreline reefs, including Manta Rays and Whale Sharks. I'm sorry, but after living in the islands over 45 years, I have to disagree that beach snorkeling at Kamaole I, though on a good day, is far better than Miami Beach, or most other US beaches, most assuredly does not compare in any way to the unique and very special snorkeling found daily at Molokini Crater. There is so much to take in and appreciate, if you slow down and not worry so much about "counting turtles". However, because turtles are so popular, we do take you to "Turtle Town", for the second snorkel stop. Scott Turner CEO

Thank You for the 5 stars and kind words. Maui truly is No Ka Oi... number 1 So is my team!!!

WOW! Yes ,10 Stars!! We love it! We’ve been in the business over 40 years and some of my senior crew over 20 years. In fact 90% of my guys have been with me over 15 years. It’s no wonder they are the experts they have become! Thanks for looking behind the scenes and noticing how hard and efficiently they operate in their quest to keep things flowing smooth and safe, while exceeding your expectations. The fact that they do it with smooth precision is truly impressive. Thanks for noticing! And appreciating!

Thanks for taking time to share your experience with others. We know what it is like to be on vacation, especially in a place that may be new to you, with street signs and place names in Hawaiian. Its not always easy to find where you are going. We like to stay on schedule for the planning of all our guests, though do our very best to be as understanding and accommodating as possible when our guests are running a little behind. Mahalo Nui Loa, Scott

Aloha and thank you for sharing your experience. Molokini Crater is a world class snorkeling destination and we appreciate you understanding our decision to remain at the crater, due to the exceptional conditions, vs the big surf along the shoreline impacting conditions at Turtle Town. There are those days when the conditions require rethinking our routes and destinations. I’m so fortunate to have some of the most experienced Captains in the business, who’ve been on our team for decades. Your safety is our number one priority followed by providing you with the very best snorkeling possible. We are fortunate to have consistent weather patterns with excellent snorkeling at both sites, and even more fortunate to have intelligent guests who understand and appreciate that there are those days when the weather does require adjustments to be made and though not often, sometimes on the fly..... 😊

Thank You for recognizing the best team in the business. My guys are second to none. We appreciate you recognizing the level of service and care we provide, and agree these are the most important considerations when looking for an exceptional experience. We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to share. Mahalo, Scott Turner CEO

Aloha, Thank You for your kind words about our expert crew. They truly are the best of the best and make me proud everyday! We have been in this business here in the islands over 40 years, and my core team has been with me for decades. I’m so fortunate to have this solid foundation of competent, caring professionals who are passionate about the ocean, love their careers, and appreciate our guests. Thank You for joining us and spending your time appreciating my team. Mahalo, Scott Turner CEO