Tours · Snorkel
Lāna‘i snorkel & dolphins.
Cross the ‘Au‘au Channel to Lāna‘i’s sea cliffs, sea caves and coral reefs, looking for Hawaiian spinner dolphins on the way. Lunch is onboard.
- 5 hours
- Ages 4 and up
- Lunch included
- Mala Boat Ramp
Trip at a glance
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Departs
- Mala Boat RampLahaina, Maui
- Ages
- 4 and upSnorkelers must be able to swim
- When
- Select daysThis snorkel season ends Nov 25. Check the calendar, or text us.
Prices as listed on our FareHarbor booking page, October 2026.
The trip
Every day is a little different.
Lāna‘i is home to Hawaiian spinner dolphins, miles of sea cliffs, coastline you can’t reach by land with sea caves, ancient Hawaiian burial sites, King Kamehameha the Great’s favorite fishing grounds, and coral reefs.
Where we snorkel depends on the day’s conditions and weather, so our crew picks the spots for the day. If the weather won’t allow a channel crossing, we snorkel along the West Maui coastline instead. We don’t guarantee dolphins or turtles.
On the surface, keep an eye out for dolphins and, in season, whales. Under the surface, look for turtles, tropical reef fish and a variety of corals.
Snorkeling with us
First time, or first time in a while?
First-time snorkeler? No worries. Our crew is happy to give you an introduction. Haven’t snorkeled in a long time, or a little nervous? We have flotation gear for everyone and will take the time to give you a refresher. Snorkel all the time but have a few questions? Just ask.
Everyone who snorkels must be able to swim. At our snorkel spots you won’t be able to touch the bottom.
Getting in and out is easy on MAKAI: four dedicated water entry and exit points, two onboard showers, and an inflatable lily pad to hang out on at the snorkel spot.
What’s included
- Lunch onboard
- Sea Sports frameless masks, dry snorkels and adjustable long-blade fins
- Flotation gear for everyone
- Swim stairs and freshwater rinse after your swim
- Onboard restroom and shade
Not included
- Gratuity for your crew (cash or Venmo)
- A wetsuit top, if you get cold easily
- Prescription masks (rent one from a snorkel shop before the trip)
Is this trip good for everyone?
It’s best for adults and children over the age of 4 who are healthy and have a sense of adventure. If anyone in your group has back or neck problems, please call us first to talk it through. To snorkel, you must know how to swim.
Will we see dolphins?
There’s a great chance. The Hawaiian name for dolphins is nai‘a. About 80% of the time we see at least one of three types of Hawaiian dolphins: spinner, bottlenose, and the elusive spotted dolphins. They’re wild animals, so we can’t guarantee wildlife sightings.
What should I bring?
A towel, reef-safe sunscreen (no sprays, please), a windbreaker or light jacket, sunglasses and a hat, sun-protective clothing like a rash guard, a reusable water bottle, cash or Venmo for gratuity, and a camera if you like. Wear your swimwear. To keep plastic out of the ocean, we bring a 5-gallon jug of ice-cold water for refills, with paper cups.
Will I get cold?
Hawaiian water is 73–78°F year round, and most guests spend 20–40 minutes in the water at each stop. Bring a jacket or sweater for the ride back if you get cold easily. We don’t rent wetsuits, but snorkel shops do.
Is there a bathroom on the boat?
Yes, there’s a restroom onboard.
How do you clean the snorkel gear?
We love this question. Every mask, snorkel and set of fins is hand washed, sanitized and inspected after every trip, the same way we wash our dishes at home, and disinfected with a hospital-grade Steramine solution.
What if the weather is bad?
Your safety and comfort come first, and the captain makes the call. If a trip is called off as unsafe, we’ll reschedule you or give you a full refund. See our cancellation policy.
Lāna‘i snorkel & dolphins
Catch the next Lāna‘i day.
This one runs on select days, and this snorkel season ends November 25. Check the calendar, or text us and we’ll tell you when it’s going.