Molokini Crater and South Maui Coast Adventure from Kihei
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Molokini Crater and South Maui Coast Adventure from Kihei

By Redline Rafting
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Snorkel multiple Maui sights with a guide, including Maui’s Molokini Crater, which has 180 feet (55 meters) of underwater visibility. Your guide takes you by boat to this extinct, partially submerged volcanic crater to swim with tropical fish and rays. You also visit Turtle Town, a popular snorkel destination for floating alongside Hawaiian green sea turtles. Equipment and breakfast and lunch are included with this tour for added comfort.
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Ages 8-65, max of 24 per group
Duration: 5h
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Meets animal welfare guidelines
Live guide: English
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Highlights
  • Snorkel Molokini Crater with a professional guide 
  • Striking, underwater visibility of 180 feet into the crater
  • Swim with Hawaiian green sea turtles in their natural habitat
  • Breakfast, lunch, and all snorkeling equipment included

  • NO Back or Neck Injuries, Pregnant, or under 8 years old
  • World famous Maui cinnamon rolls and fresh fruit all individually packaged
  • Delicious individually packaged wraps and chips
  • Local guide and instructor
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Please bring sunscreen and towel
  • Please arrive at 6:30AM for checkin
What's not included
  • Gratuities

Beat the crowds and arrive at Maui’s Kihei Small Boat Ramp in the early morning for a day of snorkelling at Maui’s top sites. After checking in, set off in a speedy, eco-friendly military-inspired raft. Be among the first to arrive at the Molokini Crater, a crescent-shaped, extinct volcano now home to marine life and enjoy a continental breakfast. Using the provided snorkel equipment, swim among tropical fish and rays while taking in the 180 feet (55 metres) of visibility to the sea floor. Relax on the boat’s pontoons before visiting the rear of the Molokini Crater, a place few visitors get to swim. Next, visit La Perouse Bay, to see spinner dolphins and lava flows. At your final snorkel experience, Turtle Town, swim alongside Hawaiian Green Sea turtles in their natural habitat before heading back to shore to enjoy a deli lunch and then returning to the tour’s point of origin.

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  • 2800 S Kihei Rd, Kihei, HI 96753, USA
    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.
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    • Not wheelchair accessible
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 5534SNORKEL

    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
    • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • 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
    • Not recommend for individuals that experience seasickness
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 5534SNORKEL

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    • 2800 S Kihei Rd, Kihei, HI 96753, USA
      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.
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    Andrew B
    Los Angeles, CA41 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    If you love snorkeling, swimming, exploring and some adrenaline adventures Redline Rafting 5 hour trip to Molokini and around Maui is the way to go!
    Just spent the morning out with the most awesome and friendly team of Tony and Ali, and we all had a great memorable adventure.
    With the remnants of a hurricane earlier in the week, we easily switched our tour day to a day later in the week when it seemed winds would be more mild. And they were. It was a beautiful morning out, but bare in mind, even if it's calm inland once you get out towards the crater it will be breezy, wavy, and if anyone in your gang is prone to motion sickness, they are going to get sick early in the trip but once you move in from the crater, and they crank up the speed, with the wind, excitement and drenching of water of everyone on the boat, most of that seasickness will subside.

    Also provided sodas and water, a light snack and sandwiches for lunch. Also good quality snorkeling gear and if you need wetsuits. The boat rides in between do get chilly in the wind and surf so may not be a bad idea for some to suit up.

    Again amazing trip, and would highly recommend to anyone young and old down for an adventure, but again not for the faint hearted as the race across the waves is a high energy experience and the deep water around the crater may be a little much for some less confident sea swimmers.

    Only downer is our daughter getting sick the day before so mom and daughter couldn't make the trip. They have a 48 hr cancellation rule which is understandable, but when asking to maybe get a discount on a future trip or so, the booking person said they cannot do such a thing. Maybe a little flexibility for such scenarios may help with customer relations and goodwill but other than that, the ones of us that got to go on the trip had a bunch of fun.

    Thanks guys!
    Written July 22, 2023
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    Jennifer S
    Cedar Rapids, IA16 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Oct 2024 • Couples
    With the excellent shore snorkeling in Maui, we really debated whether a boat snorkel tour would be worth it~ and we are SO glad we chose the 5 hour Molokini + South Coast adventure tour with Redline Rafting. We reached Molokini well before the other tours and had it mostly to ourselves, and were able to get in for the back wall as well, which was very special. We made great time in the water, and got a bonus snorkel site in (for a total of 5!). Turtle “mansion” was absolutely fantastic with lots of chill turtles and plenty of time in the water. Captain Chase handled the choppy waters that popped up toward the end of the journey like an absolute pro, and Nick took care of all our needs on board. We appreciated the educational info and relaxed style of the crew! The light breakfast and lunch were perfect. Mahalo Redline!
    Written October 19, 2024
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    Inspiration657587
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    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Feb 2024 • Friends
    I just cannot say enough good things about Redline Rafting, Captain K and his Excellent Crew! We saw amazingly beautiful fish and coral when snorkeling Molokini Crater, had a blast bumping across the open water while the Captain blared his rockin’ playlist, and spent the last part of the tour spying sea turtles in a cove. We took the early morning tour, which allowed us to see the sunrise and get to the snorkeling spots before they were overwhelmed with other boats. Redline’s crew was so responsive and caring, particularly to the folks who were sea sick. Airie (forgive me if I've misspelled the name) was incredibly kind to our group, which included folks who had never jumped off a boat into choppy waters before, or needed a hand climbing back aboard. Warning: if you don’t enjoy bouncing, this ride ain’t for you. If you love being immersed in the sea spray, the sun, Maui’s shockingly blue water and seeing the magical sea creatures (at a respectful distance) this is the boat to be on. Thank you Redline Rafting!
    Written May 7, 2024
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    Sabrenia L
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    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jan 2025 • Family
    Our experience with Redline Rafting was absolutely incredible! We went on their snorkeling trip to Molokini Crater in late January, and it exceeded all of our expectations. On the way out, we were lucky enough to see whales, which was such an amazing bonus. The snorkeling itself was unforgettable—we visited four different spots, each offering something unique.

    At Molokini Crater, the water was crystal clear, and we saw so many beautiful fish. One of the highlights for me was spotting an octopus, which was such a rare and exciting treat! The crew was fantastic—knowledgeable, fun, and so attentive to everyone’s needs. They made the entire trip feel safe and enjoyable, even for those who were newer to snorkeling.

    This is a must-do activity in Maui. Between the stunning marine life, the adventure of being out on the water, and the chance to see whales up close, it was hands down one of the best parts of our trip. Highly recommend Redline Rafting to anyone looking for a memorable snorkeling adventure!
    Written January 28, 2025
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    Adina V
    6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jun 2024 • Friends
    This tour exceeded all my expectations!! Ally and Kaika were absolutely the best Captain and guide you could have wished for. Kaika explained a brief history of each surrounding island as well as detailed stories tailored for each location we visited to snorkel. Ally literally floated with my sister and myself explaing each fish we would point out and ensured we felt safe to explore the ocean. She was so funny, knowledgeable, and kind. They both had wonderful jokes, the music was great, and a catamaran tour could never offer the intimate yet adventure filled experience we had on the raft. Thank you both more making this 40th birthday trip one for the books!!
    Written June 18, 2024
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    Brian C
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    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jun 2024 • Friends
    This was a truly adventurous outing on a fast and maneuverable boat. Captain Dani and crewmember Ari did a great job making sure everyone was safe and having a good time on our half-day on the water. Dani, who grew up in Kihei, was a master at handling the big inflatable watercraft in rough seas as we navigated our way to wild La Perouse Bay. She used good judgment with the weather, rearranging our itinerary accordingly. Helpful Ari made sure we all got back up the ladder safely and were well fed and cared for. The back-of-Molokini visit to "the Elevator" was unique among snorkeling experiences for me! Crazy good fun.
    Written June 12, 2024
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    Martine Caponera
    20 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Dec 2022
    This was the last excursion we did while on our honeymoon and it was so fun to end on! We have been to Maui a few times and I truly think this is one of the best Molokini Crater trips! The reason I say that is a few things.

    While it is an early start, you are one of the first boats out there which makes a difference. The crater can get overrun with boats and tourists and it is nice to get in and out before it gets too crowded. Also the sea state tends to be calmer in the morning which is a bonus if you are not the most comfortable in the water or the best swimmer. Redline does offer belts that help with buoyancy too which is great.

    The people either make your experience or break it and we had Zach and Niko (sorry if I spell these wrong) and they were so knowledgable about the island and the sea life and excited to share it with us! Thank you Zach for all your great dad jokes too-that was definitely a plus!

    The boats they have are smaller so you have a smaller group of people to worry about bumping into in the water and you get to have a lot of fun while jetting off one place to the next.

    Some of the things we say on this tour were tons of different species of fish, moray eels, octopus, manta ray, and lots of turtles. Depending on the time of year you go, there are so many different pelagic life you can see, but it is worth it no matter what.

    From check in to drop off the experience was fantastic and we would 100% go out with them again! If you are looking for a shorter day experience, they also have other boats that do different tours that I would recommend looking into.
    Written December 22, 2022
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    Sharon G
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We spent 3 hours with Redline Rafting snorkeling at Molokini and along the coast and watching the whales. Our pilot, Dani, was extremely knowledgeable and great company and Nick was a terrific guide in and out of the water. We visited 3 great snorkeling spots, in the clear waters of the crater, in the “Elevator” on the back side (a wicked experience) and visiting the turtles near the shore. We saw multiple whale pods, including competition pods with several breaches and tail slapping. It was amazing. The team was professional, on time and great in all respects. A definite highlight that we unreservedly recommend.
    Written February 21, 2025
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    Paula T
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2022
    Our family of 5 had the most amazing day on this trip, we started with snorkelling along the Molokini Crater & then the back wall where the visibility was incredible, we saw so much life there.
    We were in wonderful hands for the whole trip, Tony the captain of the boat, gave us a thrilling ride across the waves in the Zodiac & we loved it, he also shared a great knowledge of each area & the history of its formation which added so much to the trip, combined with his witty one liners which had us laughing all day - he was an absolute star.
    Kelly was there at every stage to take care of us, her diving knowledge was fabulous & she was so attentive to make sure guest’s equipment & water technique ensured they got the best out of the day - she somehow also managed to feed us breakfast and lunch!
    Our trip finished with the most incredible swim with green turtles, rightly protected here in Hawaii we were given clear instructions to ensure they weren’t in anyway intruded upon by our presence. Swimming & observing them in their own environment was really beautiful , it was such a special experience in a stunning location.
    If you only do one trip in Maui I would certainly recommend this one - it was such a highlight of our travels around the Islands. Thank you Tony & Kelly.
    Written September 3, 2022
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    Jerry S
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Mar 2023 • Friends
    worked for a major cruise line in Hawaii. I was a Shore Excursion Specialist. Over the years I worked
    there, I’ve been on at least 20+ snorkeling trips in Maui. Today I found my new favorite: Redline Rafting.
    Not only are their boats smaller (24 passengers) they are more nimble and a lot more fun. We went to
    Molokini, I know, right? But have you ever been to the back face?! It was a blue water spectacular. Then
    south into the channel, it was better than any flume waterpark ride. We went to Turtle Town, which did
    not disappoint, and then a bonus Whale Watching ride as we spotted a breeding pod. The big guys can’t
    be as attentive and responsive as Capt Tony and Josh were for our group. So the next time you decide
    to take a Molokini Crater to snorkel tour, check out Redline Rafting, tell them Jerry sent you.
    Written March 28, 2023
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