Share a two-site ocean outing for divers, snorkelers, and passengers
4 hrs
Basic gear, snacks & drinks
Explore Molokini Crater on a mixed boat outing for divers, snorkelers, and passengers. Use complimentary basic gear and enjoy refreshments throughout the morning.
It's about a 20 minute boat ride to the Molokini Crater with 100 foot plus visibility!!! Then we will head back towards the shoreline for a 2nd dive and turtles!!
Cancel or reschedule at least 48 hours before the charter for a refund minus a $20 per-person handling fee. No refunds for cancellations or rescheduling within 48 hours.
Product ID: MCEXNP
Check in at 6:15am.
Bring your certification card if you are a certified diver.
Complete the medical questionnaire. If you answer YES to any of the listed questions, bring a doctor-signed medical clearance before you dive.
Molokini Crater rises from the channel between Maui and Kahoolawe as a slender crescent of volcanic rock, the rim of a long-dormant cone that now shelters one of Hawaii's most celebrated marine sanctuaries. The protected waters inside the crescent are famously clear, often offering visibility well beyond what you find along the Maui shoreline, which is exactly why the Pro Diver II charts a course straight for Molokini Crater each morning. The shape of the crater walls calms the swell and creates a natural amphitheater of reef, sand, and deep blue, drawing yellow tangs, parrotfish, butterflyfish, and the occasional reef shark or eagle ray into easy view.
On board the Pro Diver II, the day at Molokini Crater unfolds at a relaxed pace. After the early cruise out from Maalaea Harbor, you anchor inside the crescent and slip into water that feels almost weightless, sunlight cutting down through the blue to light up the coral heads below. Snorkelers float above the inner reef while certified and intro divers descend along the slope to explore deeper coral gardens. A continental breakfast, a hot lunch, and the crew's running commentary on Molokini Crater's geology, seabirds, and protected status round out the experience, and a second stop along the Maui coast often adds a chance to swim with green sea turtles for a nice contrast to the open-ocean feel of the crater.
This trip suits a wide mix of travelers, from first-time snorkelers and families with confident swimmers to certified divers who want a guided dive without the hassle of planning logistics. Couples looking for a memorable half day on the water, photographers chasing clear blue shots, and curious travelers who simply want to understand why Molokini Crater is so revered will all find something here. If you want to see the best of Maui's underwater world in a single, well-run morning, a trip to Molokini Crater aboard the Pro Diver II is a hard combination to beat.
Pro-Diver operates smaller boats with an intimate vibe that really stands out to guests. The crew, especially divemasters like Yani and instructors like Ethan and RJ, get frequent shoutouts for being knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely friendly. They handle all the gear setup for you, which divers seem to appreciate, and take photos/videos underwater that they share afterward. The small group sizes mean everyone gets personalized attention, whether you're a certified diver, doing a beginner dive, or just snorkeling while others go down. The trips typically head to Molokini Crater and a second site that many say is even better than the crater itself. Marine life sightings include sharks, octopus, eels, and plenty of colorful fish. One reviewer had a genuinely negative safety experience that felt out of step with everyone else's glowing reports about professionalism and care. The overall pattern shows attentive crews who work hard to accommodate mixed groups, last-minute bookings, and nervous first-timers. If you want a less crowded boat experience with guides who actually seem to enjoy what they're doing, this operation delivers consistently.
I had a good dive, RJ was very helpful and made me feel safe throughout. My mom joined to snorkel and was not expecting choppy water, so she panicked in the water and was asking for help but no one really helped her. We were a little disappointed in the snorkeling part of the tour. Would have appreciated more clarity that it’s only for experienced snorkelers and no help or guidance will be provided. The tour is definitely not something I would recommend if you have snorkelers in your group. But as far as the diving goes it was a really good experience.
Khushbu
VerifiedJuly 1, 2026
I had a good dive, RJ was very helpful and made me feel safe throughout. My mom joined to snorkel and was not expecting choppy water, so she panicked in the water and was asking for help but no one really helped her. We were a little disappointed in the snorkeling part of the tour. Would have appreciated more clarity that it’s only for experienced snorkelers and no help or guidance will be provided. The tour is definitely not something I would recommend if you have snorkelers in your group. But as far as the diving goes it was a really good experience.
Khushbu
VerifiedJuly 1, 2026
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