Lanai Snorkeling Tour from Kaanapali Beach What to Expect
The Lanai Snorkeling Half Day tour with Kaanapali Ocean Adventures is the signature experience that has earned the company its nine-year TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence. Understanding what the tour involves helps guests arrive prepared and get the most from their morning on the water. Check-in is at Kaanapali Beach near Whaler's Village, between Leilani's on the Beach and the Westin Kaanapali Ocean Resort. Plan to arrive 30 minutes before the scheduled departure. Your booking confirmation includes the exact meeting point and day-of instructions. From the beach, guests are transferred to the main boat using a 14-foot hard-bottom inflatable raft that carries up to six passengers at a time. The boat Sanity is moored offshore and reached by this short transfer. Once aboard, the crew conducts a safety briefing and equipment orientation before departure.
The crossing to Lanai takes the boat across the Maui Nui waters, the channel between Maui and Lanai. The crew shares the history and significance of the islands during the crossing, and wildlife is frequently visible along the way, particularly during humpback whale season from December 15 Find more information through May 15. At Lanai's coastline, the captain selects the snorkel location based on real-time conditions for the best visibility and marine life potential. The reef areas along Lanai's shoreline offer exceptional snorkeling with regular sightings of Hawaiian green sea turtles, moray eels, spotted eagle rays, and diverse tropical reef fish. Included in the tour: snorkel gear, life jackets, boogie boards, noodles, fresh fruits, pastries, chips, sodas, juices, and water. The boat has an onboard bathroom, fresh water showers, a swim platform, and a Bimini hard top for sun protection. Sea Scooters are available to rent. The total tour runs approximately four hours. Recommended for ages 5 and up. Call +1 808-633-3138 to book.
