Molokini and Turtle Town Snorkel Cruise with Food & Open Bar - Pride of Maui
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4.71
Loved this boat
Reviewed by: Kara, 2024/07/18Smaller boat which we liked a lot compared to our past experiences, food was a delish balance to splashing around the water!
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| Activity Date: | 2024/05/05 |
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Nice experience
Reviewed by: Anna, 2023/08/08The crew are very organized and helpful.
The food are great, we had burgers and hotdogs.
They also provide alcohols for purchase.
But not much to see under water. Only see one turtle that day.
A little bit disappointed about cannot see much fish or turtles.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2023/07/11 |
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Perfect Day on the Water
Reviewed by: J Small, 2023/02/04This snorkeling trip was a perfect day for my family. The crew was fantastic. The ship was spotless..the weather and activities were gorgeous. It was a perfect balance of entertaining and relaxing.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Activity Date: | 2023/01/10 |
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snorkeling fun
Reviewed by: meen, 2022/10/17really good experience overall! Clean, friendly and worth the money!
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| Activity Date: | 2021/12/16 |
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OUTSTANDING
Reviewed by: Lisa, 2022/05/27Crew on their toes the hole time. Customer service was outstanding. Boat and snorkeling were outstanding as well.
Thank you for a memorable trip. Will be back.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2022/05/23 |
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Recommend
Reviewed by: Amir, 2021/11/28Very professional service with extensive knowledge and experience. I really enjoyed my time.
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| Activity Date: | 2021/11/26 |
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Staffs on board are really nice!
Reviewed by: Chris Qee, 2020/03/07Excellent experience, suitable for the first time snorkeling people.
Foods are staffs are amicable and knowledgeable.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/13 |
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Turtles, Mai Tais, and Good Times!
Reviewed by: Emily Feagin, 2020/03/03The boat crew was outstanding. Very informative and helpful in all aspects of the trip. Many whales were spotted throughout the entire adventure and the crew's commentary on the whales was interesting. Breakfast and lunch on the boat was also excellent. Breakfast was light and more so appetizers so if you need more sustenance make plans for that. Lunch had plenty of food leftover if you wanted/needed seconds. Around lunch time the bar was opened for drinks and the bartenders were all awesome! A handful of beers (crafts, domestics) and mixed drinks were served. The snorkel gear provided by the boat was great as well. They provided anti-fog spray for the masks so don't worry about bringing any. Oh, there's also a slide on the back of the boat. Good time.
Our group was lucky enough to spot a handful of sea turtles, which really made the trip a special one. The guides on the water were careful to ensure trip members did not get too close or touch the sea turtles, which was nice to see. The bathrooms on board were clean and had no issues. The top of the boat was bench seating with plenty of room for the amount of passengers that were on the trip. Sunscreen was provided on board so do not worry about bringing your own.
Overall, there is nothing I can think of to improve the experience we had. Would highly recommend and even do again if ever back on the island! A+
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/04 |
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A beautiful and fun experience!
Reviewed by: Hillswilliams, 2020/02/16This excursion was one of my favorite things we did on the island! The crew members were fun and were very helpful to any and every one on board to ensure a great experience. They encourage first timers to attend a quick snorkeling class before you head out in the water, provide you with sunscreen, wetsuits if you are easily chilled, and also have “snuba” gear for those seeking extra adventure. The crew members were personable and eager to get to know the participants if you are willing to talk and mingle. We went on the first tour of the day, so we were provided with coffee and a tasty continental breakfast, as well as lunch, cocktails, and homemade cookies. The hospitality was nothing short of outstanding. Everyone on board was educated about what to expect from both stops and and we got to have a few whale watching experiences on the ride over! Also, don’t miss out on the photo package (we got some great shots and some belly laughing video footage of our group) - and certainly go down the slide for the extra excitement! I would recommend this to people of all ages!
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| Activity Date: | 2020/02/04 |
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Amazing
Reviewed by: Friends, 2020/02/10This was a great cruise! The staff was very helpful to get everyone in the water in a timely manner. The reef at Molokini and turtle town were amazing! We saw a variety of sea life while at both location. Also we were able to see multiple turtles in turtle town which made the trip extra special! The boat had a slide that we were able to go on while at Molokini which was so much fun! The food and drinks were good as well!
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/04 |
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So many turtles and whales!
Reviewed by: Ashton, 2020/02/09We picked a great time to go during whale season because we not only got an amazing snorkeling cruise but a whale watch cruise as well! We saw so many whales going out to Molokini as well as when we were coming back into the Harbor. I was also blown away with the amount of turtles that we got to see at Turtle Town and the crew was helpful shouting out when they would see one so that everyone would get the chance. Parking was very easy to find and the boat was right behind the lot that we parked at. I was also amazed with how quickly they got everyone checked in with the amount of people that were there. We had the best day and I would definitely go again!
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| Activity Date: | 2020/02/04 |
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A must do while in Maui!
Reviewed by: Jenna , 2020/02/09Pride of Maui Molokini and Turtle Town Snorkeling Tour is a must do while in Maui. The views both from the boat and in the water were beautiful. The staff was great from giving facts about the island and sea life while on the boat to helping direct your attention to the beautiful sights during snorkeling. The boat has a slide that is a fun way to spend the day when you need a break from snorkeling. This event is a must do while in Maui!
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/04 |
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The weather did not cooperate, so it turned into a whale watch
Reviewed by: Katharine, 2019/02/17The staff was excellent, we were sorry that we were unable to snorkel, but thoroughly enjoyed the whale watch. Mahalo!!
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| Activity Date: | 2019/02/11 |
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Excellent snorkeling tour
Reviewed by: Raidon, 2018/11/25This was first time using tour company for snorkeling.
The ship is nice and big, so I did not get seasick at all.
They provided lots of drinks and food. Hamburger and hotdog was good.
They provided free snorkeling kit including fins. Swimsuit for extra money. I brought my own suit, so it helped me to swim in cold water especially in winter season.
Snorkeling at Molokini crater was good experience.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2018/11/15 |
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Unforgettable
Reviewed by: Loretta, 2018/11/15That was a really nice activity. We saw turtle amd the crew was there for us at any moment.
I recommand that activity to everybody who like water.
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| Activity Date: | 2018/11/12 |
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Molokini and turtle snorkeling
Reviewed by: Denise, 2018/02/23The overall trip was great. The snorkeling was fun but crowded. Snorkeling to see turtles was fun and I am happy we got to see them but they are not guaranteed.
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| Activity Date: | 2018/02/20 |
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I glad to meet you!
Reviewed by: Seo hyunggon, 2018/02/04I meet very kind crew. Surprisely She have work there during 12 years. I met her 12 years ago at honeymoon. So I glad meet her.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Activity Date: | 2018/01/08 |
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First time snorkeling for my Mom and I.
Reviewed by: Cori, 2017/12/07We didn't get to either spots listed in the title of the tour due to weather. Maybe, in the future, they can offer a discounted 2nd trip so you can actually get to Molokini Crater. They don't offer that, so you get what you get. The "glass bottom" boat is also a deceiving description of this boat. Don't go based on this alone. The area we went was suitable for a relaxed first time snorkel. Lots of people, but my Mom still got first class treatment due to her fear of the new adventure. Heather ensured she felt comfortable in the gear and went into the water with her to get her comfortable to go off on her own! It was a very good experience, although I would not take a tour like it again. I would opt for something with less people on a smaller boat, for sure. If you choose to purchase the photos at the end, make sure you sought him out to actually take some pictures of you first or you will just have a lot of pictures of other people. The pics he took of my Mom are really good, although there are none of me while snorkeling. But, there were a LOT of people, so how could he possibly get pics of everyone.
All in all the boat was clean, the people were nice, and the snorkeling was really great! The food was pretty good, too.
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/21 |
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The crew was great
Reviewed by: Stephen Puglisi , 2017/11/04The morning check in was very easy and they had coffee. We brought our own gear but bought wet suits to stay warm. The creator had some different varieties of fish. Turtle Town was my favorite. They gave us more than we could eat for lunch. The crew was fantastic and we had drinks on the way back. Thanks again for the great time
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| Activity Date: | 2017/10/31 |
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No good coast for snorkel
Reviewed by: Lele, 2017/10/11There was not much fish to see:-(
The organization for the trip waa good.
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Activity Date: | 2017/10/08 |
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Amazing!
Reviewed by: Caroline, 2017/10/04Nice boat, great service, and the location is so different from snorkeling anywhere else!
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| Activity Date: | 2017/09/05 |
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Great overall adventure
Reviewed by: Lane W, 2017/09/20Great attentive staff. Great venues at Molokini and Turtletown. I swam with a turtle. The food was great- best burger I've had in a while. The boat ride was great. I liked having the option of being out of the sun on the main deck or outside on the the deck or up on top and there was plenty of seating. It was nice having a restroom available. We really enjoyed it and I would highly recommend this trip for all ages. There was a toddler on board and some older people who did not swim but stayed on the boat and still had the option to view fish through the glass bottom window.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Activity Date: | 2017/09/17 |
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Spectacular Experience!!!
Reviewed by: Dave, 2017/08/07Fun, knowledgeable crew. Crystal clear waters. Brilliantly colorful fish as far as the eye can see. And I got to swim with two sea turtles! Good food. Definitely the highlight of our Maui vaca. We were a little concerned with the advertised "open bar". We really weren't looking for a booze cruise. But the bar doesn't open until AFTER both snorkeling stops. Yay!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/04 |
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Pride of Maui Snorkel Trip
Reviewed by: Thomas Family, 2017/07/19Great Trip. Crew was great and very friendly. They were very helpful with my daughter who had a broken foot and made sure she was safe in the water and had a great time.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/16 |
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We LOVED it! Would do it again in a heartbeat!
Reviewed by: Kathye, 2017/07/07We had a great time! The crew was very friendly and helpful with the gear. Will do it again one day!
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/04 |
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Best Snorkel Excursion - do this one!
Reviewed by: lsupeke, 2017/05/05Snorkel in comfort and be treated like royalty. Huge boat, plenty of room for everyone. A place to upstairs to get sun or a place downstairs to shade yourself. Clean restrooms on board. Place to change out of those wet clothes. Everything available from snorkel gear, wet suits and cameras! Lots of delicious food. Just fabulous. This is a must do if you want a great snorkel adventure.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2017/04/06 |
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Great Way to Begin Snorkeling in Maui
Reviewed by: rachgabe, 2017/04/06The Pride of Maui Molokini Snorkel Cruise was a great snorkel package. There were two snorkel locations, provided meal, drinks, miscellaneous items available to use or rent (see below), and the information from the optional 5-minute class gave some useful tips for the subsequent snorkeling we later did on our own on our trip.
The waters by Molokini were so clear, it was unbelievable how far through the water you can see. Turtle Town waters were less clear than Molokini but had more varied sea life. Whales were breaching along our path to the crater.
I wasn't expecting much from the barbecue but it was surprisingly tasty and filling. They offered neoprene suits to rent. A variety of underwater camera and camera accessories could be rented. Waist floatation and noodles were available for use. Environmentally-friendly sunscreen was also provided. There was a life guard nearby who would let you know when a turtle was in the area at Turtle Town. The slide on the boat was also fun.
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| Activity Date: | 2017/03/16 |
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Molokini, turtle town, lunch and bonus whales
Reviewed by: Schultz, 2017/03/19The boat and crew were fabulous. What a great way to see the coast of Maui and experience the magic. Everyone was well informed and treated us very well. Your experience and knowledge was greatly appreciated. Mahalo!,The Schultz clan
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| Activity Date: | 2017/03/16 |
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Awesome
Reviewed by: Jess, 2017/03/05One of the best snorkeling tours we have ever been on. Friendly staff and awesome snorkeling. Highly recommend!
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Snuba was amazing!
Reviewed by: Amy, 2016/09/25All of the staff were extremely helpful and made this experience really wonderful. I had not signed up for snuba initially, but after getting on the boat my Mom and I decided we would really love to have that experience - and Justin the snuba instructor made it happen for us! I am completely hooked what an amazing experience, Justin couldn't have been more attentive to the group and made sure we saw all sorts of things - eels, octopus, fish you name it! Turtle town was a little rough once we got there due to weather but still managed to see at least three turtles!! I did get motion sick intermittently but the staff had this great fresh ginger drink kept me going so I could enjoy as much snorkeling as I could handle. Would definitely do this again, might even go get scuba certified now!!
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| Activity Date: | 2016/09/15 |
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Aloha Dave,
Thanks for your review of the Pride of Maui. Molokini Crater truly is a snorkelers paradise, with remarkable water clarity and a diverse ecosystem. Due to the water quality, the reef at Molokini is healthy and vibrant. Some of the coral species are endemic to Molokini Crater and as such, not found anywhere else. The variety of fish at Molokini is great too, as you point out.
We are so lucky to have a location like Turtle Town, where the Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles congregate, to share with our guests. We're pleased you enjoyed swimming with the turtles. We are definitely not a booze cruise, although feel our guests enjoy eating a big juicy burger or chicken sandwich, hot off the grill along with an ice cold micro brewed beer after snorkeling. It makes for a wonderful end to a perfect day.
Thanks again for your kind words.
Scott Turner
CEO
Pride of Maui