Tours · Snorkel with Turtles
Cruise with dolphins, then snorkel with the Hawaiian honu in Honu Heaven. A short afternoon trip that’s great for last-minute plans and for easing into snorkeling.
Prices as listed on our FareHarbor booking page, October 2026. Trips need at least 10 guests to go; leave a phone number when you book so we can reach you the day before if the minimum isn’t met.
The trip
We cruise the West Maui coast looking for dolphins, then stop to snorkel with Hawaiian green sea turtles. Family friendly, and all ages are welcome.
We provide Sea Sports snorkel gear (mask, snorkel, fins and float belts), and a naturalist joins you onboard and in the water. Anyone snorkeling must be able to swim, and all children need to be with an adult.
Bring your own snacks and drinks (no glass, please), reef-safe sunscreen and a towel.
We don’t guarantee dolphins or turtles, and where we go depends on the day’s conditions and weather.
Meet the honu
Green sea turtles are protected under the Endangered Species Act, so we keep a respectful 10 feet away at all times. Imagine eating at your favorite restaurant and being followed by 18 strangers. You’d probably lose your appetite. Protection has helped Hawaiian green sea turtle numbers grow, and we’re proud to be part of the solution.
The honu is one of seven sea turtle species worldwide, and Maui’s coast is a feeding and mating ground. They’re the largest hard-shelled sea turtle, upwards of 4.5 feet across and over 300 pounds. They can hold their breath for up to 5 hours by slowing their heart to 7–9 beats a minute.
Turtles pick a favorite part of the reef where cleaner wrasse, cleaner shrimp and other reef life wait to clean the algae off their shells. Think of it as an underwater car wash: the fish get a snack and the turtles get a free clean.
Yes. This trip is made for easing in. Our crew will show you how it all works, we have flotation for everyone, and a naturalist is in the water with you. You do need to be able to swim.
A towel, reef-safe sunscreen (no sprays), sunglasses and a hat, a rash guard or other sun-protective clothing, a windbreaker or light jacket, a reusable water bottle, snacks and drinks (no glass), and cash or Venmo for gratuity. Wear your swimwear.
No. If you need one, stop by a snorkel shop before your trip and rent one that fits.
Yes, MAKAI has a restroom onboard, and there’s a restroom in the parking lot where you check in.
The captain makes the weather call, and if a trip is cancelled you can reschedule or get a full refund. This trip needs at least 10 guests to go; we’ll call you the day before if it doesn’t. See our cancellation policy.
Snorkel with Turtles
An easy afternoon on the water from Lahaina. We go Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 1:30 PM, and this snorkel season ends November 25. Book online, or text us and we’ll help you pick a day.
