Maalaea Snorkel Cruise: Luxury Ocean Escape

Join a 3-hour Maalaea luxury snorkel cruise on a 42-foot yacht. Enjoy whale watching, top snorkeling spots, and romantic sunset cruises.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Maalaea - Mā‘alaea is a centuries-old Hawaiian fishing village—once home to a prominent heiau and one of the island’s largest collections of petroglyphs—whose canoe landing served as a portal to Maui for Hawaiian kings and warriors.
  • Maalaea General Store - Check in at The Historic Maalaea General Store, Built in 1910. It was constructed by…
What's Included
  • Snacks
  • Use of snorkeling equipment
What's Not Included
  • Private transportation
Additional Information

3-hour Maalaea Luxury Snorkel Cruise: Escape the crowds on this intimate snorkel.
Share Incredible experiences with Hawaii Nautical. Maalaea Harbor is a wonderful starting point for Maui’s best ocean experiences adventures. Join the fun, welcome aboard for world class whale watching, experience top snorkeling spots, and romantic sunset cocktail cruises….

Location
Maalaea General Store
Maalaea Road
Check in at Maalaea General Store lanai, 132 Maalaea Road Wailuku, HI 96793
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Explorer81062
Jul 29, 2025
Amazing private snorkel tour in Maui - We had a great time with captain John and Mason! Saw some huge turtles and got to do tow-behind snorkeling which was really cool. The boat is really nice, and they provided tons of water and snacks. First class experience all around!
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Anusha_g
Jul 5, 2025
The best experience ever - We had the most incredible experience on our private snorkel tour! I was initially nervous, but thanks to the calm, supportive guidance from Walker, I completely lost my fear and ended up snorkeling for a couple of hours straight—which I never thought I’d do! He was so patient, encouraging, and genuinely cared about making sure we felt safe and confident in the water. Captain Spencer was equally amazing—knowledgeable, fun, and made the whole experience smooth and unforgettable. The boat was comfortable, the spots they took us to were stunning, and the overall vibe was just perfect. I can’t recommend this team enough—if you’re a hesitant swimmer or just want a top-tier, personalized experience, this is it. I’d do it again in a heartbeat!
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Iris
Jul 3, 2025
Safe, fun, informative - Captain Dave and Quin & Ian are hard-working, friendly and made sure our snorkel, sail, & dolphin experience was an excellent one. We would definitely sail with them again.
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Safetravels_tpa2013
Jun 27, 2025
Nice new boat with quality snorkel time ! We saw lots of sea turtles . - Just finished a great snorkel tour with Spencer and Joe . They were great and knew the island and ocean well. Really took time to make sure we were happy and safe in our 3 hour snorkel tour . Nice new boat ! Comfortable and no one got sea sick - which for my family is great . Lots of fun with a couple different stops . If highly recommend them !
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Harleen_c
Jun 7, 2025
🌟 11/10 – Unforgettable Luxury Snorkel Trip with Hawaii Nautical!🌟 - My spouse and I had the absolute BEST time on our luxury boat and snorkel trip with Hawaii Nautical – hands down the highlight of our week-long stay in Maui! From the moment we stepped on board, the experience felt first-class. The boat was truly luxurious — clean, spacious, and incredibly steady on the water. I’m someone who’s very prone to motion sickness, but I didn’t feel even a hint of discomfort the entire time. It made all the difference. Spencer and Johnny were beyond amazing. They checked in with us regularly to make sure we had enough food, water, and were comfortable with the timing of everything. Their attention to detail and genuine care didn’t go unnoticed. What really blew me away, though, was their incredible patience and support during snorkeling. I cannot swim and was genuinely nervous — but Spencer and Johnny took the time to help me get comfortable in the water, offering calming tips and endless encouragement. Even with a float belt, I was scared, but one of them came with us into the water and stayed close by the entire time, adjusting the plan based on my comfort level. They made sure to avoid deep spots after I shared my fear of depths, and found a peaceful, less crowded area to snorkel that felt like our own private paradise. To my surprise, I ended up snorkeling for over an hour, taking breaks as needed — and even tried being pulled gently by the boat while using the snorkel! That moment alone felt like a once-in-a-lifetime experience. I never thought I’d enjoy the ocean like this, and it’s 100% thanks to their guidance and care. We are so grateful to Spencer, Johnny, and the entire Hawaii Nautical team. I’d give them 11/10 if I could. When we return to Maui (and we will!), there’s no question — we’ll be booking with them again. Mahalo for a day we’ll never forget! 🌊🐠⛵
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Mkw001
May 7, 2025
Customized Snorkeling in Maui - We completed a three hour snorkel tour with Hawaii Nautical out of Maui. Spence and Ben were our host and did an amazing job. We were able to snorkel in some great private spots away from the crowds of people. This allowed for clearer waters and a private guide in the water who told us about the marine life and the underwater ecosystem. You get a store credit to purchase some drinks. You may want to bring some light snacks!
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Delaney2615
May 6, 2025
Great snorkel trip - The crew were fantastic. Ian, Clayton and G were wonderful. We saw a lot of fish, turtles and dolphins. Great trip on the catamaran.
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Ashley
Apr 23, 2025
Amazing 3 hour semi private experience - Amazing experience! Spencer and Ben from Nautical Hawaii gave us a wonderful experience on La Amore. The tour only includes 6 people so it can really be tailored to your wants. We snorkeled in a spot away from all the large boats and saw tons of turtles, fish and even an octopus. The boat was gorgeous and immaculate. This tour is only 3 hours and doesn’t include food but was exactly what we wanted! Would recommend to anyone!
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Lowezachary
Apr 3, 2025
Private snorkel charter - Fantastic boat, comfortable and fast. Great cruise and snorkeling saw whales, turtles and beautiful reefs. Highly recommend
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Jeffrey_h
May 13, 2025
Not private snorkeling private tour - My wife and I were not the only people in this “private” trip. The captain and his crew member brought another person to train and his girlfriend. They hung out in the boat together and we felt like the odd people out. We expected more attention and did the private snorkeling tour to be able to learn more about the area and its history as well as the snorkeling part. They were excellent for the snorkeling information but we were left out otherwise. They hung out amongst themselves while we drove around. Also, the captain received in the mail that morning a snorkeling “toy” that the boat pulls so the user can snorkel at a fast pace. We were not comfortable trying doing this so we passed while the others were excited to try it so they played with this for over an hour of the trip anongst themselves, taking turns. The captain should know that we signed waivers for this trip but if we decided to use his toy and became injured, I’m sure this would not have been covered and the captain was putting us at risk. Just not a smart move imo. In general, we’ve gotten more history, information and better guiding from group tours so we paid up for nothing except for the time we were in the water. Otherwise, we were left on our own. Why did the guy in training bring his girlfriend to hang out with them and get a free day in the water in our dime?
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From $429
up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).