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Dive Molokini

by Blane Perun

When you dive Molokini the expectations you should have is for the water to be cool and clear. Expect that the center of the crater will always be calm and protected, but beware of the currents on the outer edge of the crater as they can become dangerous. Morning hours are best suited for snorkeling or diving as the trade winds can whip up in the afternoon... more »

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Maui Molokini Snorkel

Just short of three miles from the southern coast of Maui is the Molokini islet, which is shaped like a crescent moon. Hawaiian legend states that Molokini, a gorgeous woman, was in love with the same man as Pele, the fire goddess. The legend continues that Pele cut Molokini in two in a jealous rage and turned her to stone… more »

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Molokini Crater Snorkel
by Blane Perun

During the summer, May through October, the water temperatures are in the low 80s. Inshore, water visibility is anywhere from 50 to 100 feet and offshore from 100 to 150 feet. Molokini crater snorkel visibility is always at least 100 feet if not more... more »

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Molokini Snorkel Trips
by Blane Perun

Most Molokini snorkel trips sell out in advance, which means tourists should make their reservations three to five days in advance. Almost all Molokini snorkel trips are early... more »

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Molokini Snorkel Cruise
Many native fish species are found in and around the Molokini Crater. In total, there are close to 250 fish species you may encounter when you take a Molokini snorkel cruise. The summit of the Molokini Crater is only 160 feet above the water and the rest of the crater is below the water’s surface. This volcanic cinder cone erupted more than 230,000 years ago, making it potentially older then part of the Island of Maui!... more »