We booked a whale watching activity at 1pm. There was probable about 10 people in the boat (small group, which I like better). The captain and naturalist were nice, friendly and knowledgeable. We saw a lot of whales, sea turte, and we also heard the whales sing! The captain has a hyrophone and that's when we heard the whales sing. Towards the end of our tour, I heard the whale sounds with just my ear and without the hydrophone. It was a really cool and memorable experience. I highly recommend Maui Reef Adventure. read more

Maui Reef Adventures - Snorkeling Near Me - Ma'alaea, Hawaii

This was our third year (fourth outing) with Maui Reef Adventures and again I was not disappointed. The crew were knowledgeable and very friendly, accommodated our desires and ensured we saw plenty of whales, including some very young whales. The boat is small enough to make the adventure personalized yet big enough to hold a few large groups. I would highly recommend this team of professionals. read more

Maui Reef Adventures - Whale - Snorkeling Near Me - Ma'alaea, Hawaii

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A snorkeling trip to Molokini Atoll with a side trip to swim with the green sea turtles right off the beach from the homes of Tiger Woods, Michael Jordan, and a house once owned by David Bowie, was a must for our family Christmas Vacation on Maui. We selected this company due to their excellent reviews, and we're sure glad we did! Captain Ryan and deckhands Jade and Chloe were friendly, funny, knowledgeable and accommodating. And even though the tour was for snorkeling only, Ryan decided to throw in some dolphins and whale watching we hadn't expected! Lunch and snacks were very good, too. The 60' Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat (RHIB) was maneuverable, comfortable, and with FOUR 350 HP Yamaha outboards (that's 1,400 HP), VERY fast! Just an outstanding day for the whole family. First rate all the way! read more

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Captain Brad and his crewmate Jade were amazing!! Our Family of 7 (Grandma and Grandpa in their 70's, and 3 kids 8, 12 and 13) hopped aboard the boat and off we went. Captain was knowledgeable about history and kept a story line going through the trip. Our first turtle stop didn't have maby turtles so we headed to his next spot where we found fish, turtles and better visibility. He told us about the island and points of interest as we passed them. Once we got to the backside of the crater he gave a fun, high speed, close up ride that thrilled everyone, especially my kiddos. Snacks and refreshments were served often. They kept a close eye on the group for safety and to ensure we were respecting the habitat. This was grandma and grandpas second trip with them and when they had the opportunity to bring the family, they knew exactly which snorkel tour to book for us It was an absolutely fantastic adventure. One we will never forget. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! read more

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Great fun- reasonable priced- knowledgeable- great experience while in Maui. We will use them again. Highly recommend for anyone wanting to see whales with a great captain & marine biologist. No question was too crazy, too simple- too complex. read more

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Such a great crew and fantastic experience here with this group!! I feel grateful that small tours like this one are offered. Truly the exact experience we were looking for! Choose this company if you're wanting the experience to be focused on the activity of snorkeling ~ but if you want a more loungey / relaxing on the boat kinda vibe this may not be for you. Its a smaller boat, so you're gonna go fast and get wet!! Big shout out to the amazing team that took us out on 7/12 !!! Seriously such a solid crew and our thanks goes out to you guys again many laughs, knowledge shared, and felt comfortable and cared for the entire time. Thank you so much ​ read more

Ok. I'll admit I was skeptical when I saw the size of the boat compared to the others going out to molokini . But boy could I not have been more wrong !!! The "REEF EXPLORER " was awesome ! It was def a more personal experience and the boat ride was super fun on its own. We saw a bunch of humpback whales to and from the dive spots !! One even jumped out of the water like 10 feet and did a huge splash lol. It was epic !!! Captain and the first mate were both super nice and helpful. I'd recommend this operation and it was truly one of the best things I've done maybe ever lol. We saw LOTS of wildlife total. Tons of sea turtles, whales ( could even hear whale sound under the water at the dive spots ) angel fish, an eel, puffer fish, ribbon fish , a needlefish, and a decent assortment of other fish and some endangered birds over on Molokini. 10/5 stars. *** this is an honest review and I have not been compensated in any way for writing this *** read more

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OH MY GOODNESS! What a fabulous tour, with Garrett, and Esteban, they took such good care of us. Love the music and the vibes, were so good! First we went to turtle town (my nickname) and we saw baby turtles and adults, I almost got kissed... What a sweet adventure. The guys stopped for some epic whale watching. Flippers were flying, flirting was happening and apparently when it comes to whales, size does matter...Lol... Molokini Crater was an underwater aquarium with all my favorites making an appearance. The rainbow wrasse, tangs, and an Angel fish read more

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This was a truly amazing, positive, and competent team. They worked really hard to find the whales--and they succeeded! Great job, guys! read more

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Estaban and Ryan were great! We did the 1 hr 45 min whale watching tour in the afternoon in late March. We saw lots of whales. They were very knowledgable and had some snacks on board. Would recommend. read more

We had an amazing time watching 10+ seasons turtles at their cleaning station. It was cool to see the fish cleaning the algae off their shells. This chartered boat was smaller which meant less time waiting's for people to get on and off and felt more personal. Jenn taught us how best to put on our snorkel gear along with sharing her recipe for the defogging spray. The seats were comfortable and the breakfast snacks and lunch helped refuel our family. It was exhilirating to see the backside of Molokini Crater and learn a bit of the history from Estaban and Ryan. The day was so clear we could see the big island!! The water was exceptionally clear and the colorful fish were bountiful. Amazing experience for our family of 11 which included 5 kids aged 8 to 14. Our kiddos liked jumping on and off the boat at each stop. Thanks for taking such great care of us...Ryan, Jenn and Estabon. Aloha! read more

My family and I had a great time. We were able to see whales! Such a great experience. I would definitely book another adventure with them on our next Maui Vacation! read more

We went on the whale watching tour this afternoon and it was wonderful. The boat is great (goes quite fast) and the two people running the excursion were both fabulous and fun. They gave us lots of really interesting information as we went about the whales and the surrounding area. Highly recommend. read more

This company made all my little girl's dreams come true to get to see a sea turtle up close It was a beautiful experience with an amazing crew! I loved every moment and would recommend this company to anyone! We will be coming again! read more

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Went out to see the humpbacks with Brad and Esteban last Friday. Beautiful day,amazing whale watching and snorkeling. Together these guys show you a very memorable day that you will certainly want to do again! Beside manning the boat Brad is an awesome DJ and music always makes everything better! In a nutshell....,,get on board! Mahalo,thank you and muchos gracias guys! read more

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We had a great whale watching boat trip last week. We saw several whales and enjoyed the laid-back trip and low-profile boat. We'll definitely go again next time we're in Maui. read more

This type was great. Captain Brad and Esteban were great hosts. The turtle spot was hopping. Molikini front side was crystal blue clear. Snorkeling on the backside setting the wall underwater was amazing. The dolphins that decided to hang out were chil. I also enjoyed that it was a zodiac style boat. Hit them up. read more

What a great day out snorkeling! We thoroughly enjoyed the crew and their knowledge. After snorkeling with the turtles we even saw a humpback whale and calf on our way back. Lovely lunch as well as a good time! read more

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Captain Brad and Esteban were great and made for such an enjoyable excursion. The stories they told were great and the spots they took us to were awesome. They took us to a great spot to see turtles and we saw so many. They really took care of us and went the extra mile to make sure the trip was enjoyable. My son is truly a city kid and not used to the marine life. Esteban did a great job of pulling my son out of his "shell" and showed him cool interesting coral and fish at the Molokini Crater. We definitely chose the best snorkel trip in town. read more

We just returned from Maui and the highlight of our trip was Maui Reef Adventures whale watching with Garrett and Ryan. I can't say enough positive things about our two captains. They were extremely personable, polite, and respectful to everyone on board. They were great at explaining the behavior of the whales and made sure that everyone on board was comfortable and safe. We received clear instructions on where to park, what time to arrive and what time the boat would leave. There are lots of tour companies using that dock and each group needs to leave by a certain time in order to allow the next tour company to dock. In our case, a family was late. Ryan and Garrett contacted their company who got in touch with the family and let us know their ETA. Ryan and Garrett pulled the boat over to an adjacent slip that wasn't being used and waited for the family. In the end, we were only delayed by a couple of minutes, but I think it is important to share that Maui Reef Adventures went above and beyond to contact and wait for a party that hadn't arrived at the scheduled time. As far as the whale watch, it was a once in a lifetime experience. We saw so many whales! Ryan and Garrett stopped the boat a good distance from the a group of whales and we watched as they came to the surface and dove down. The next thing we knew, a whale swam towards us and directly under our boat. It was absolutely amazing! It was a windy day but the boat was stable and not rocky. The seats were comfortable and it was easy to move around. The next time we visit Maui, we will most definitely book a trip with Maui Reef Adventures. read more

We did the Moloka'ai crater boat tour with them, and it was such an organized, friendly service which we got packaged lunches, sanitized snorkel equipment, and friendly pointers on where to go snorkeling. So many tropical fish and green sea turtles. We even got to see a small shark! Highly recommend to this at least once (a trip to the crater), with Maui Reef Adventures, on your future Maui trip! read more

Ryan, Jen and Esteban were fantastic crew and guides and captain. Super nice and reminded us over and over to pay to park- that they will tow- I saw the one star about the parking situation. We had a great time. They encouraged us to eat eat eat. You stop in two different locations. One for Turtles and one for fish by a crater. I highly recommend! read more

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I didn't expect this tour to be my top choice in Maui. But hands down, it was my favorite activity, taking their 4-hour Molokini Crater snorkeling tour. What I liked about this tour, vs other snorkeling tours, was the small size of the group and the type of boat. Don't expect luxury yacht. This trip is what they call their "super raft" or think high-speed pontoon boat. They provide light snacks and drinks. Hang on tight. This is a fast ride. You'll beat everyone to the spots, allowing you to enjoy the locations without many others beyond your tour group. I recommend bringing a towel and a waterproof (or water resistant) bag to keep your things. They provide all the gear and expertise along the way. The snorkeling with the sea turtles was truly the trip highlight. I saw at least 2 dozen sea turtles and for some reason, many loved to resurface right underneath me. On the way back, keep your eyes open for whales. The second stop on the snorkeling trip is to Molokini Crater. This is where you'll see the tropical fish like at your local aquarium. I feel like the coral was dying here and not quite as spectacular as other dive spots I've been. But I certainly loved swimming and pointing out my favorite fish. Tour costs $149 for adults (12+) and $129 for children (must be at least 4 years old). read more

Four hour tour to the lovely molokini crater and turtle town! It was a windy day and the ocean was quite choppy, but we still did it! Saw a few turtles at turtle town but visibility wasn't great! Moved onto molokini next for the abundant sea life sanctuary! Current was pretty strong but captain made sure everyone was safe and confident about their swimming in the ocean given the strong winds and current. Also did some whale watching on our way back which was a bonus! Ample snacks and drinks on board and everyone was offered turkey sandwich for lunch which was good. Great overall experience! read more

We had a great day doing the Molokini crater and turtle town tour. A five hour trip was the perfect amount of time on the water. Provided muffins, chips, granola bars, juice, and coffee. Lunch was turkey sandwiches. Simple and delicious. They offer gluten free bread too! The tour guides were extremely knowledgeable and professional. We felt very safe the whole time. These guys know where to find the best turtle spots and fish. They even have someone get in the water with you and point out the fish and turtles! We even saw dolphins and the guides slowed the boat down so we could watch them! The boat is a sort of speed boat/raft that holds around 30 people and goes around 30 MPH. It was the perfect size! They provide snorkels, flippers, and dry bags. Bring your own towels and a light jacket! Highly recommend this tour! read more

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We did the whale watching experience at the very end of whale season and still had an incredible time! The team was so knowledgeable & made sure we had the best experience. Even though most of the whales had left for the year, we still saw several of them - would highly recommend! read more

This boat is fast...and we had a fun time snorkeling...my favorite spot was La Perouse Bay! Unfortunately, Molokini was too choppy for us...next time. Alex was so informative... he often stopped so we could watch the whales. He and Esteban were excellent hosts! It's a great way to get away from the shore for a few hours! read more

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We joined Captain Brad and his crew for the Molokini Crater and turtle cove tour 2 weeks ago. For an 8am departure time, I'd suggest getting there early! Even at 7:30am we found parking at Maalaea Harbor Pier to be tight. There are many boats docked here and perhaps many other tours going on. So try to get there early to avoid the stress of being late to the tour. We eventually got lucky to find a spot near the boat. The reef boat is at the very end of the harbor and you should be able to find it based on photos of the boat online. Ours was bright yellow on the sides. Breakfast was provided on the boat. The best muffins (poppyseed, banana, etc.), apples, and water. Definitely take motion sick medicine for those of you with sensitive stomachs. The boat is on the smaller side and you will feel the waves as we speed along to snorkel destinations. There is a restroom onboard just in case. The crew was friendly and helpful with gear and making sure we stayed safe. We saw 2-3 turtles in the same spot and a few colorful fish while snorkeling. You have the option to wear flippers they provide and grab a noodle to float on. The noodle makes it a lot easier so you're not as tired from treading water. For those who can't swim, you'll get a life jacket to wear and a noodle. So you can also experience snorkeling too! We were warned the currants can be stronger near the Molokini Crater so to try and stay near the boat. After snorkeling, we were provided lunch which was a sandwich, chips, and a drink. I requested a vegetarian meal in advance and got a veggie burger. This was actually pretty good! They make the patties in-house. The chips were a great Hawaiian brand. Water is also available. The wind is pretty high on the ride back so girls tie that hair down and everyone should hold on to their hats and towels. My tips: - Come dressed in your swimwear with a coverup on - Tie down any long hair and hold on to your hats/sunglasses - Bring a towel - Take motion sick meds before getting on the boat and keep extra just in case - Bring reef safe sunscreen - Get to the harbor early to find parking read more

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We had an incredible time on our molokini/ turtle town snorkel. The boat ride was a blast and our captain even pointed out great sight seeing along the way. We saw so many turtles and the crew was great helping to point them out to make sure no one missed anything. Both crew members were so nice and had great senses of humor. Such a great day of adventure read more

5 stars based on our experience and the Groupon rate. Otherwise it seems a bit pricey. We ended up on this boat when our catamaran trip was cancelled a couple days earlier due to weather and didn't have any other openings before we were to leave for the mainland. Overall that initially upsetting development seemed like good luck when we landed a spot on this boat instead! It is worth noting that the boat is much smaller and less well-equipped than many of the larger companies running catamarans. It's also faster, however, and you get a more personal experience. (We had an extra lucky experience when a group of five backed out last minute). The tour was great, they made a quick stop in one cove where we snorkeled up close and personal with some beautiful sea turtles, then snorkeled on the deep blue and beautiful back side of the Molokini crater, finishing with a snorkel inside the crater as well. A great experience overall and an experience not to be missed while on the island, regardless of what company you choose. Important note: there's no bathroom, so make sure you go before hand, and take it easy on the drinks. Unless of course you're comfortable with the unspoken, large blue "group bathroom" for your #1's... No wet suits are provided, but they are definitely not needed..you would be way too hot. They provide goggles and a snorkel and give the option of flippers..and option you should not turn down in my opinion. Flotation devices (noodles) are available for weak swimmers. For those who may be nervous, it's worth noting that they also take good care of customers, making sure they have what they need and stay comfortable, including checking in on if you're doing OK, come pick you up as needed, etc. Take your Dramamine or Bonine in advance, you can't take it AFTER you are seasick, and keep your eyes vigilantly on the horizon! read more

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Great crew with Garrett and Ryan. Very informative. Fabulous whale sightings. Small group and smooth boating. Enjoyed this outing. Would book with Maui Reev adnentures again. read more

Our party of 6 joined Maui Reef Adventures for the most spectacular whale watch ever! The weather, the whales and the crewmen were the best! About the crew; they were able to take us directly to the whales, treated us all so well and were very personable. I highly recommend Maui Reef Adventures read more

Maui Reef Adventures - Snorkeling Near Me - Ma'alaea, Hawaii

I a 100% recommend Maui Reef Adventures!! The captain and crew were amazing Brad and Jenn made sure everyone was comfortable and had everything they needed. They both were very informative about the Humpback Whales. We saw them up close great pictures and videos. We would definitely go again and take a snorkel trip with them as well!!! read more

Great boat and crew! Enjoyed being lower to water better whale viewing than in bigger boats.

My nephew visited from the mainland a few weeks ago and we had an amazing experience with Maui Reef Adventures. I've been on a few different snorkeling boats and Jen and Ryan are the best. Top notch service. They took us to the best sites to see the most turtles and fish. We even saw a shark! Highly recommend read more

Garrett and Esteban were awesome and took great care of us. They knew a lot about the turtles, fish, whales, and birds! The boat was fast and quick and easy to maneuver when we saw whales. The smaller size allowed for a more relaxed less crowded trip. Highly recommend. read more

Awesome experience! Couldn't have asked for a better snorkeling trip. Ryan and Esteban were very personable, knowledgeable, and added to the wonderful experience! read more

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We has a great time on a whale watch with Captain Brad! He a his mate were personable, knowledgeable, and even found whales the day before the official start of whale season. Someone forgot to tell the whales, which was awesome. Highly recommend this as must do while visiting Maui. Maui is no ka oi! read more

We booked a whale watch with Maui Reef Adventures during our stay the week of February 1st. We had a few other tours this same trip and I felt this one was the best. It was a small group and our captains Jen and Ryan were simply the best. Jen was very engaging, answered everyone's questions, and knew so much about the whales, the ocean, and Maui. Kudos to both of them, and mahalo! read more

Maui Reef Adventures - Snorkeling Near Me - Ma'alaea, Hawaii

This whale watch adventure was definitely the highlight of our trip to Maui. Alex and Estevan were amazing guides, incredibly knowledgeable, and knew just where the whales were hanging out! The raft boat was clean and FAST (the boat ride was so fun!), small enough to quickly maneuver, large enough to walk around to get the best views. Finally, THERE BE WHALES!!! We had whales swimming around and under our boat, peeking and taking a look at us, rolling and waving at us. We were close enough to get sprayed by blowhole mist (and mucus!). HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! read more

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