Beginner & Non-Swimmer Snorkel Tour at Makena Landing

Learn snorkeling fundamentals in a small, beginner-focused group with your guide alongside you in the water. Build comfort as you explore Maui's reef ecosystems at your own pace.

• Practice breathing, body position, mask seals, and basic snorkeling skills
• Start in shallow water where you can stand and float comfortably
• Explore reef systems alongside a fully guided small group
• Look for sea turtles, tropical fish, and other marine life
• Bring a towel

Itinerary

1. Say Aloha— Check-In & Gear Setup (15 min)
 Meet at the beach, get fitted with snorkel gear and flotation, and go over a thorough safety briefing.

2. Shallow Water Confidence Building (15-30 min)
 Start in shallows where you can stand and float in comfort. Learn how to breathe through the snorkel, correct your body position, secure a proper mask seal, and explore the basics of snorkeling.

3. Guided Snorkel Experience (45min-1 hour)
 Explore the diverse reef systems with your guide. Swim with sea turtles, tropical fish, and other marine life. Your guide may also safely point out and share select marine life like red pencil sea urchins and pin cushion starfish—and if you’re lucky, even an OCTOPUS.

4. Exit & Wrap-Up (15 min)
Return to shore and finish with a quick recap of the experience.

What's Included

• Snorkel gear
• Flotation equipment
• Safety briefing
• Guided instruction

Important details

• Ages 7+ only