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Eco-Raft Tour: Maui-Lanai Snorkel / Dolphin Watch (Semi-Private)

4.8(243 reviews)
5 hours
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Eco-Raft Tour: Maui-Lanai Snorkel / Dolphin Watch (Semi-Private)
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About This Tour

The only Semi-Private Snorkel Raft Tours on Maui, making it the closest you can get to a private charter experience. With 3 certified lifeguards onboard you can get the snorkel instruction and safety you need for your snorkel adventure. Native Hawaiian owned and voted TripAdvisors Traveler's Choice, we've been Maui’s original ocean rafting experience for more than 30 years. Our small group tours make for a fun, family style experience. Snorkel remote, beginner friendly snorkel spots on Maui and Lanai! Snorkel instruction included! Encounter dolphins (and whales during migration Dec-April) eye-level on our low-to-water adventure raft vessels! *Select one of our 3 tour options: 2n1 Combo Tour, 5 Hour Snorkel or 2 Hour Dolphin Watch!* We are just a short drive from Kaanapali, Kahana, Napili, Kapalua and other West Maui accommodations. And a fun destination for visitors staying in Kihei or Wailea.

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Spinner, bottlenose and spotted dolphins are frequently seen on our snorkel tours.

Spinner, bottlenose and spotted dolphins are frequently seen on our snorkel tours.

If it is your first time snorkeling, no problem! We provide snorkel instruction and have 3 certified lifeguards onboard at all times!

If it is your first time snorkeling, no problem! We provide snorkel instruction and have 3 certified lifeguards onboard at all times!

We snorkel the island of Lanai and Maui in remote locations away from the crowds.

We snorkel the island of Lanai and Maui in remote locations away from the crowds.

We frequently snorkel with turtles on our snorkel tour. They are protected so we teach you best practices for interacting with these amazing sea creatures.

We frequently snorkel with turtles on our snorkel tour. They are protected so we teach you best practices for interacting with these amazing sea creatures.

Eye-level dolphin encounters on Maui's eco-rafts.

Eye-level dolphin encounters on Maui's eco-rafts.

Encounter dolphins in Maui.

Encounter dolphins in Maui.

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What's Included

Marine Naturalist Educational Narration
Dolphin Tour: Fresh Fruit, Maui Style Potato Chips and Homemade Cookies
Certified Lifeguards onboard
Snorkel Floatation Devices (*only on snorkel tour)
Snorkel Gear: snorkel, mask and fins (*only on snorkel tour)
Snorkel Tours: Sweet Pastry and Fresh Fruit, Chips, & Cookies
Soda, Green Tea and Water
Tour Operator: Hawaii Ocean Rafting
Not all inclusions available for all tour options: See ticket to confirm tour you selected.
Snorkel Instruction by Certified Lifeguards (*only on snorkel tour)
We offer eco-friendly paper cups and purified water.
Supporting Native Hawaiian owned company! Mahalo for supporting the locals!

What's Not Included

NO SNORKELING on 2 Hour Dolphin Sightsee Tour (check your ticket to confirm which tour you selected)
No pregnant persons or children under 4 years old permitted for snorkel tour.
No Spray Sunscreen Permitted - Reef Safe Sunscreen Only
Physical ability to board the raft unassisted is required.

Additional Information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
No Infants
Must be able to climb swim ladder on boat
Food Allergen Warning (Required Disclosure): Due to the nature of onboard food preparation and handling, we cannot guarantee that any menu item will be free from allergens. All meals or snacks served on this vessel may contain or come into contact with gluten, tree nuts, peanuts, shellfish, fish, soy, eggs, dairy, and wheat. If you have a known food allergy, please notify our team in advance and bring any required allergy medication (such as an EpiPen). We strongly recommend guests with severe allergies consult a physician prior to participating in the charter. We are not responsible for allergic reactions due to undeclared or cross-contact allergens.
No children under 4
Full faced mask not permitted per Coast Guard safety hazard notification

Meeting Point

MANDATORY CHECK-IN 30 minutes prior to start time at tour operator Hawaii Ocean Rafting location. Park on near Lahaina Cannery and check-in at 1223 Front St., located next to Snorkel Bobs. No refunds for late arrivals. Due to closed roads & traffic, plan additional travel time.

Special Instructions

Boat leaves promptly at scheduled departure time please arrive at least 30 minutes early for check in or you will miss the tour. Also please wear footwear to easily take off for a barefoot cruise. Check-in at 1223 Front Street, next to Snorkel Bobs. Parking is available on Front Street or near Lahaina Cannery Mall. Due to style of vessel, tour does not permit pregnant persons, persons with back or neck injuries or children under 4 year.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

✓ Free cancellation due to bad weather

Tour Operator

Hawaii Ocean Rafting

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Guest Ratings

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Based on 243 verified reviews

4.8

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Dest ID: 671 (Maui)
Slug: maui