Maui Snorkel & Sunset Sail

Pacific Whale Foundation

The Maui Snorkel & Sunset Sail with Pacific Whale Foundation is a seasonal family-friendly cruise that combines snorkeling, ocean fun and a beautiful Maui sunset into one memorable experience. Explore Maui's clear leeward waters, look for sea turtles and tropical fish, enjoy the onboard waterslide, and learn about marine life from naturalists on board. The tour also includes snorkel gear and a freshly grilled BBQ meal served on board.

⛵ Pacific Whale Foundation - Maui Snorkel & Sunset Sail

This seasonal cruise is offered from April through November.

Set out on an unforgettable family-friendly ocean adventure that combines snorkeling, fun on the water and a beautiful Maui sunset. Begin the experience in Maui's calm, crystal-clear leeward waters, where you may have the chance to snorkel among sea turtles, tropical fish and colorful coral reefs. With a marine naturalist on board, you'll also learn more about the island's marine life and the ocean environment along the way.

After your snorkel stop, keep the fun going with the onboard waterslide, a great feature for families and kids of all ages. Later, as the afternoon turns to evening, relax on deck and take in scenic views of Maui's coastline while cruising into the sunset. A freshly grilled BBQ meal is served onboard, giving you the chance to enjoy dinner with a view as the sky fills with rich sunset colors. Blending adventure, relaxation and memorable family moments, this Maui cruise is a wonderful way to spend an afternoon and evening on the water.

🌟 Tour Highlights

  • Snorkel in Maui's crystal-clear leeward waters
  • Chance to see a variety of marine life
  • Have fun on the waterslide
  • Plenty of great photo opportunities

🎒 Tour Inclusions

  • Premium snorkel gear, including optical masks for eyeglass wearers
  • Expert crew are certified as lifeguards and in CPR/First Aid
  • Wildlife interpretation and guided experiences by our onboard naturalists
  • Onboard Jr. Naturalist Program for kids
  • Vessel carries two restrooms and a shower for your comfort

🍽️ Meal Grilled on Board

  • Crudite with hummus and Green Goddess dressing
  • Free range chicken
  • Kiawe-smoked pork with guava BBQ sauce
  • Vegan burgers
  • Beef hot dogs
  • Local style potato mac salad
  • Asian edamame slaw
  • Dessert: Kula strawberries and chocolate chip cookies

Special instructions

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Where & When
Seasonal departure times:
April through June 14: Check in at 2:30 pm. Departs at 3:15 pm and returns at 7:15 pm
June 15 through August 31: Check in at 2:45 pm. Departs at 3:30 pm and returns at 7:30 pm
September 1 through November 13: Check in at 1:45 pm. Departs at 2:30 pm and returns at 6:30 pm

Check in at 1:45 pm at Pacific Whale Foundation's Ocean Store at the Maui Harbor Shops, which shares a parking lot with Maui Ocean Center, located at 192 Maalaea Rd, Wailuku (GPS address). View Map
Parking is paid throughout the harbor. Please review signage upon arrival.
Restrictions
Participants must be able to swim to go snorkeling.

Use of any full-face snorkel masks are not allowed on Pacific Whale Foundation activities due to safety concerns.
REEF-SAFE SUNSCREEN GUIDELINES: This tour requires you to use reef-safe sunscreen in accordance with the statewide ban on sunscreens that harm the reefs. Please read the ingredients list of your sunscreen as "reef-safe" is not a regulated term and sunscreens listed as such can have the following banned ingredients in them: oxybenzone, octinoxate, avobenzone, avobenzine, homosalate, octisalate, octocrylene, and ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate. Reef-Safe sunscreen can also be found in local stores or be purchased on board (4oz for $13 rate may change).

Wheelchairs: This vessel is NOT wheelchair accessible. The vessel has really high steps so it is not suggested even with assistance to board from another member of your group.
Operation Days
Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Duration
4 hours
Equipment
The vessel used for this sail is either the Ocean Spirit or the Kai Ko. Both are modern sailing catamarans featuring a spacious deck with plenty of cushioned seating for passenger comfort, as well as two onboard bathrooms.

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