Sail to Lana'i for reef snorkeling and wild dolphin watching
5 hrs
Snorkel gear, breakfast, lunch
Explore Lana'i's largely uninhabited coastline and snorkel a coral reef with onboard naturalists. Look for wild dolphins in bays and offshore, with humpback whale sightings possible from December through April.
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before start. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.
Bring sunglasses, a hat, and a light jacket. Bring a credit card, debit card, or digital payment method for optional onboard purchases; cash is accepted for gratuities only.
Enjoy a continental breakfast with banana bread, pastries, fresh island fruit, juice, and Maui coffee. Lunch includes grilled chicken breasts, garden burgers, hot dogs, potato salad, veggie salad, and chocolate chip cookies.
Wetsuit shirts, underwater cameras, and binoculars are available to rent.
Lahaina Harbor main loading dock
The crew consistently stands out as a major highlight here. Reviewers repeatedly praise how knowledgeable and friendly the naturalists and staff are, with specific shoutouts to guides like Ollie, Emily, and Harriet Witt who clearly made lasting impressions. People appreciate that the team goes beyond just spotting whales—they genuinely educate guests about humpback behavior and the marine ecosystem, making the experience both entertaining and meaningful. Whale sightings seem quite reliable, with multiple mentions of breaches, close encounters, and plenty of activity on the water. The boats are well-equipped with binoculars, restrooms, and food and drinks available. Beyond whale watching, they offer snorkeling tours and sunset cruises that get equally enthusiastic reviews. One guest had lower expectations met when whales stayed mostly underwater, seeing just tails through binoculars, though dolphins appeared instead. Overall though, most travelers describe memorable experiences with professional service and genuine educational value that makes the tours worthwhile.
lovely boat trip with a great crew!!
Nathan Olynyk
July 7, 2026
lovely boat trip with a great crew!!
Nathan Olynyk
July 7, 2026