Molokini

• Review
• Monday, October 27, 2008

Three miles off the coast of Maui’s south shore lies Molokini, a sunken cinder cone that offers world-class snorkeling, diving, and boat adventures.

Molokini’s crescent, quarter-moon shape acts as a fortress the provides protection from waves and powerful currents.  In addition, its marine and bird conservation laws make it one of Hawaii’s best shelters to over 250 species of fish and other amazing marine and bird life.  Most days, the water is crystal clear with more than 100 feet of visibility.  Humpback whales pass during the winter through late spring, and green sea turtles, monk seals, and eagle rays occupy the surrounding waters.

There are over twenty tour companies that organize different snorkeling or day trips to Molokini.  Tours depart daily from Ma’alaea and Lahaina harbors.

The following are a few tour companies that frequent Molokini:
Activity Warehouse, (808) 667-4000
Friendly Charters, (808) 244-1979
Maui Classic Charters, (808) 879-8188
Pacific Whale Foundation, (808) 249-8811
The Lahaina Cruise Company, (808) 661-7378