Yes, you are welcome to bring your own gear. We also provide masks, snorkels and fins free of charge. Please note for safety, full face snorkel masks are not allowed.

Yes, Reef Explorer has two full-size bathrooms onboard.

Yes, swimming with Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles is a highlight for many guests and is part of this tour! You'll snorkel at the favourite Turtle Cove to swim with these graceful animals, and often see up to a dozen at one time. Just remember Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles are a protected species, so no touching is allowed.

This trip is not recommended for elderly or fragile individuals, expecting mothers or children under 4 years of age. The activity requires a moderate excursion level and participants should be in generally good health.

Yes, on the Molokini Crater & Turtle Cove Snorkel Tour the crew serves muffins and fresh fruit in the morning and delicious Turkey wrap sandwiches for lunch. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available with 48 hours' notice. There are also non-alcoholic beverages (bottled water, sparkling water, soft drinks, Hawaiian juices).

Reef Explorer is able to go where other boats simply cannot. This means you stay away from crowds and it gives guests much more time in the water to observe marine life and explore Maui’s underwater beauty. The best turtle cove is not accessible to large tour boats or catamarans, which allows a completely private experience to swim with these graceful creatures.

The tour departs from Maalaea Harbor and Reef Explorer boards from the South Loading Dock, located at the end of the pier next to Calypso.

Public Parking is available in Ma’alaea Harbor and all along the pier, including spots close to the boat. Parking is $0.50/hour. Pay for 5 hours ($2.50). You can pay with cash or credit card.

Reef-safe sunscreen, camera, light jacket or windbreaker, towel, cash for gratuity (optional).