Why Molokini Crater?

We often get this question: Why go snorkeling or diving at Molokini Crater when we know for a fact that there’s plenty of coral and sea life off the shore?

True. There’s a lot of beautiful things to straight off the coast of Maui. But, when you travel to Molokini, you get a lot more. Here are a few things that Molokini offers over shore dives:

Water Clarity – Even if there’s some swell in the water, the inside of Molokini Crater is better protected than off the coast.
Wind Protection – the high walls of the crater also better protect the water from wind.
Marine Reserve and Bird Sanctuary – Molokini is protected from fishing so you get a lot of ocean life enjoying this safe haven.
Food – Most vessels will provide snacks and drinks to keep you going between locations.
Professional Guides – Your captain and crew know where the best spots are, so if Molokini isn’t optimal, you’ll go somewhere that they know is perfect.
Gradual Inner Slope – The inside of Molokini Crater gently slopes down, which makes for great snorkeling and snuba diving.
Diving the back Wall – The Backside of Molokini Crater drops to below 300 feet and is world-famous for advanced scuba dives.
Proximity – The location of Molokini Crater is very close to South Maui. It’s a very short baot trip from Maalaea Harbor.
Safety – Having trained lifeguards in the water as well as top of the line safety equipment ensures a safe snorkeling trip.
The Ride – Don’t forget that when you’re going to Molokini, you get a fun ride out of it! Some vessels are sailboats, others rafts, and also power catamarans. Each of these types of boats offer unique ways to get to the crater.