Rising up out of the deep, the once fiery volcanic crater of Molokini is now a small crescent-shaped island and marine reserve, dominated by coral and home to thousands of different species of marine life. Today, it is known as Maui’s top snorkel destination and attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. Growing up on Maui, I’ve always been passionate about the ocean, and I’ve been lucky to visit Molokini a handful of times. Sitting two and a half miles off of South Maui in crystal clear waters, Molokini is an undeniably special place.
 
So, when presented the opportunity for a jaunt to Molokini, I couldn’t say no. However, no two snorkel tours are created equal, and I like to know exactly what I’m getting myself into. Molokini is one of Maui’s most popular attractions.

The crew was cheery and it was clear they were doing what they loved and excited to share the magic of Molokini with their guests. Soon, we were Molokini bound, zipping through the Pacific as the sun began to peek out from behind Haleakala.

Arriving back at Maalaea Harbor, it felt silly to think that most people were just waking up- I had experienced a world of magic before most have breakfast! Weather conditions can be unpredictable, and unfavorable conditions can sometimes deter tour companies from visiting Molokini. They’ll usually visit another site instead, but if you have your heart set on Molokini, it’s best not to take any chances. 

So glad you had a great time! It’s a pretty special place. They just loosened up capacity requirements back to 100%, so new tickets should come available for those that couldn’t go.