At Seafire Charters, we invite you to embark on an unforgettable snorkeling adventure in some of Maui’s most famous marine locations, including Molokini Crater, Turtle Town, and other scenic spots along the South Maui coast. Whether you’re a first-time snorkeler or a seasoned underwater explorer, our tours are designed to offer a unique and personalized experience. With over 30 years of experience operating in Maui’s pristine waters, we are committed to making each trip special. Our guided excursions allow you to swim with vibrant marine life, snorkel through breathtaking coral reefs, and, depending on the season, witness the beauty of humpback whales as they migrate along the coast. At Seafire Charters, our goal is to create memorable moments for each of our guests, whether you’re here for a day or a week.
Why Choose Seafire Charters?
Seafire Charters stands out for its dedication to providing small-group tours, offering a more intimate and personal experience for our guests. Unlike larger boats that may accommodate bigger crowds, our custom-designed S.A.F.E. boats (Secured Around Flotation Equipment) hold a maximum of 22 passengers. These boats, designed with solid foam collars, are virtually unsinkable, ensuring both comfort and safety. With smaller group sizes, our crew can offer one-on-one attention, helping you feel at ease in the water and enhancing your snorkeling experience. This personal approach has earned us a reputation as a favorite among both locals and tourists. Additionally, the smaller group sizes create a less crowded, more enjoyable atmosphere where you can fully appreciate Maui’s underwater world.
Top Maui Snorkeling Destinations
Maui offers some of the best snorkeling locations in the world. With Seafire Charters, you’ll have access to the island’s top snorkeling spots:
Molokini Crater
A crescent-shaped volcanic caldera offering crystal-clear water and thriving marine life. Visibility often exceeds 150 feet, allowing you to see a variety of colorful fish and coral.
Turtle Town
Known for its population of Hawaiian green sea turtles, this spot offers an up-close look at these gentle creatures in their natural habitat.
Coral Gardens
A spectacular underwater ecosystem filled with vibrant coral formations and schools of tropical fish.
Seasonal Whale Watching
From December to April, Maui transforms into a whale-watching haven. During this period, humpback whales migrate to the warm Hawaiian waters to mate and give birth. Our whale watching tours provide the opportunity to witness these incredible mammals breaching, tail-slapping, and playing in the ocean. Because we often combine whale watching with snorkeling, you’ll enjoy the best of both worlds, observing marine life both below and above the surface.
What We Offer
Seafire Charters offers a range of experiences tailored to meet the desires of every adventurer:
Molokini Snorkel PLUS
This morning excursion blends snorkeling with education, as our crew teaches you about the marine life that calls Molokini home. You’ll learn about the different species of fish, coral, and other creatures you encounter.
Private Charters
Perfect for those looking for an exclusive experience. Whether it’s a family outing, romantic getaway, or private group, you can customize the day’s itinerary for an unforgettable adventure.
Seasonal Whale Watching
Witness the magnificent humpback whales up close as they navigate the waters surrounding Maui. Capture stunning photos of these gentle giants in action.
Book Your Adventure Today
If you’re looking for the ultimate snorkeling and whale watching experience in Maui, look no further than Seafire Charters. Our small-group tours, knowledgeable crew, and top-of-the-line equipment ensure you’ll have a safe, fun, and memorable time in Hawaii. Whether you want to swim with sea turtles, explore coral reefs, or catch a glimpse of a breaching humpback whale, Seafire Charters offers something for everyone. Book your tour today and create memories that will last a lifetime! Contact us at 808-481-4096 or email us at [email protected] for more details.
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These guys are the sh*t! I’ve been on lots of boats to Molokini over the years. And every time I go, I think it’s going to be another boon doggle. Most boats have a safety briefing, dump you off, and tell you when to get back on. These guys? They get in the water with you. Yes, mask, snorkel, fins, showing you the different sea life. Who does that? Seafire does. Dan actually got in with a novice snorkeler, towed her around with a safety device, to the point where she didn’t want to get back in the boat. I signaled Kelly and told her there were sharks under the boat, she jumped in with her gear and followed them with me. They are the best. I hope they stay around awhile, they are a good operation, practice safety, take you to see the sea life, and care about the reef. Amazing! Just awesome!
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What a wonderful time. Kristy, the deck hand, was extremely knowledgeable on the wildlife. And really knew how to show us the beauty of each location. A few of us got sick and Captain Don was quick to help soothe the tummy. At the end was a neat treat, feeding the birds as they met us upon our arrival back to the dock area. They literally feed out of your hand. Their instructions on when and where to meet where spot to and easy to follow. Vicki was great on the phone walking us through the registration and pre-visit info. Also meeting at the dock area for our short and informative briefing along with the necessary waiver forms. They even provided a before and after snacks. I would highly recommend this smaller charter. They are less intimidating than the bigger groups. Thank you for an awesome experience!
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What an amazing snorkel tour we had with Seafire! They are a small company with great service. Captain Don and his wife have been doing this for over 40 years. He was in the coast guard and knows how to drive the boat in the big swells. Their boat is the only boat that is not filled with air. It’s formed with foam like the coast guard boats. It can’t be punctured or flipped. Certainly made us feel safe on a high swell day. Kelly and Don were his crew and our guides. They were so friendly and helpful. As we headed out they let us know what to expect and informed us of all we needed to know. Kellie and Dan guided us all over as we snorkeled and showed us so many beautiful fish, octopus, eels and many other sea creatures. Because of the weather we couldn’t go to turtle town. Instead we got a whale watching tour which was AMAZING. Kellie was so educational about the whale migration cycle. As well as the fish and the coral reef. They had great snacks, water and juice for us. This was our second time with Seafire and I highly recommend them. 5 stars!
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The whole crew were amazing, from Vicci who assisted with logistics, ie checking us in, sending text messages, Don the Captain who had worked for the Coast Guard, Kelly and Malissa. Kelly and Malissa were our life guards, in and out of the water, were very knowledgeable of the sea life, enthusiastic and personable. I was surprised they could remember my name even after I was in the water with my snorkel gear donned. Originally I was going to take 5 hour tour, however this 3 hour tour allowed plenty of snorkel time. On the return trip we were pleasantly surprised to see a large school of Spinner Dolphins swimming close to our boat for about 10 minutes. They performed aerial spins and back flips for our entertainment. Highly recommend this tour. You will not be disappointed!
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First class all the way! We went out for snorkeling and were so extremely impressed. Being pretty unsure about snorkeling, the two lovely ladies Kelly and Dawn went above and beyond to make sure we felt comfortable, safe and knew exactly what we were doing. The 3 places we snorkeled were absolutely breathtaking. Captain Don also stopped for a good bit so we could see some whales. We even got to feed the little birds. Worth every penny and then some!
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My wife and I had a fantastic time out to the Molokini crater. All of the staff was awesome. The size of the boat made it less likely that either of us experienced seasickness.
We were able to see some whales in the distance, which was really cool. Once we arrived at the crater, we were able to swim with a monk seal, which was very playful. We enjoy exploring the creator and checking out all the cool fish.
Since it was a smaller boat, we were able to also go to the backside of the crater and experience the elevator. This is when the water lifts and drops you near the crater. We could hear the sounds of whales underwater which was awesome.
On the way back, we stopped at the turtle cleaning station and saw some beautiful turtles. Such a great excursion and at a reasonable price, we plan to return next time to Maui.
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It was my first time snorkeling as a poor swimmer, but I felt safe and comfortable with the crew. They are patient and understanding, giving me confidence to get into the water. Tips for first time snorkelers, bring enough towels and sweaters, because it could get cold on the boat with wet clothes. Most importantly, you should inform the crew of your confidence level, and they will take good care of you.