Turtle Reef Morning Snorkel Cruise

Quicksilver

The Quicksilver Turtle Reef Morning Snorkel Cruise takes you to one of West Maui's top reef locations. Explore the colorful marine life and an area often visited by Hawaiian green sea turtles, then relax aboard the spacious double-decker Quicksilver with shaded seating, a waterslide and a jumping platform. Snorkel gear, flotation devices, breakfast, lunch and onboard amenities are all included!

🐢 Quicksilver – Turtle Reef Morning Snorkel Cruise

Quicksilver's Turtle Reef and Coral Gardens Morning Snorkel Cruise is a fun 4.5-hour Maui ocean adventure to one of the island's top snorkeling spots. Known for its clear waters, colorful reefs, and frequent Hawaiian green sea turtle sightings, this snorkel site offers an excellent setting for first-time and experienced snorkelers alike. Morning conditions on Maui are often calmer, with lighter trade winds and better visibility, making this a great time to be out on the water.

Once you arrive, you'll snorkel in crystal-clear water among tropical fish and thriving marine life, with all snorkel gear, flotation devices and instruction provided by the friendly crew. Back aboard the spacious double-decker Quicksilver catamaran, relax in shaded seating areas, enjoy open-air ocean views, or add more excitement with the onboard waterslide and second-deck jumping platform. A light breakfast and later a casual lunch with hot dogs and refreshing beverages is served on board, giving you time to relax and enjoy the scenery along Maui's coastline.

⭐ Tour Highlights

  • Snorkel the coastline of West Maui at Turtle Reef with clear water and a vibrant reef ecosystem
  • Chance to see Hawaiian green sea turtles
  • Waterslide and "leap of faith" jumping platform
  • Enjoy panoramic views from Quicksilver's upper deck
  • Spacious deluxe double-decker power catamaran with shaded seating

✔️ Tour Inclusions

  • Top-of-the-line snorkel gear (mask, snorkel, fins) and flotation devices
  • Breakfast: Pastries and fruit
  • Lunch: Hot dogs, choice of chips and soda (vegetarian or gluten free meal requests: please notate next to guest's name at time of booking)
  • Professional and safety-oriented captain and crew
  • Jumping platform and waterslide
  • Two restrooms
  • Two freshwater showers
  • Informative and historical narration

➕ available for Purchase

  • Adult beverages available after snorkeling ($5/drink) - credit card only
  • Wetsuits for rent ($10 each)
  • Underwater digital camera rentals
  • Dramamine 2 tablets ($5)

Special instructions

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Where & When
Tour time:
8:00 am - 12:30 pm.

Check in at 7:30 am at Boss Frog's Dive Shop, Maalaea Harbor, 300 Maalaea Road, Building 2, Shop# 2N, Wailuku, HI 96793
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All Quicksilver passengers are required to park at Maui Harbor Shops / Maui Ocean Center parking lot located at: 300 Ma'alaea Road, Wailuku, HI 96793. Follow the instructions on the signs to pay via QR code or text message on your phone. If you cannot complete payment, find one of the lot attendants to pay in person. There will be a Quicksilver crew member waiting at a table outside the store to help you get checked-in. Give yourself extra time to account for traffic, weather, road construction, parking and the walk from the parking lot to the boat slip (10-15 minutes) in order to arrive at check-in 30 minutes prior to departure.
Restrictions
Not recommended for travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions.
Special Notes
Snorkel locations are determined daily by the captain based on weather, swell, and many years of experience in Maui waters.
Wildlife sightings, while likely, are not guaranteed.
Beer, wine and cocktails are available for $5 each for guests age 21+ with a valid photo ID.
Westuits available for rent for $10.
Dramamine motion sickness tablets (2 for $5).
Operation Days
Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Duration
4.5 hours
Capacity
74 passengers
Equipment
The Quicksilver is a stable, fast catamaran with wave piercing hulls. There are glass bottom windows, a waterslide, freshwater showers and 2 restrooms on board. The Quicksilver also features comfortable covered passenger seating throughout 2 decks (many seats with tables) and is wheelchair accessible.
Vendor Info

This activity is operated by Quicksilver Charters

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