USA · SNORKELING
Good snorkelling trips fill up weeks ahead; the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
See Oahu’s coast, North Shore, farms, viewpoints, and snorkeling in one full-day island tour with hotel pickup for $109.
“One of the best tours we’ve ever been on. Aka was absolutely phenomenal. He was so knowledgeable and funny. Such a great personality. Do yourself a favor a book this tour. Request Aka if you can. You won’t be disappointed.”
See Oahu’s top sights, North Shore beaches, macadamia farms, Dole Plantation, and green sea turtles on this full-day small-group tour.
“Good experience, follow the plan, pretty much on time, good choice for vacation and relax. Recommend”
Snorkel Molokini Crater and Turtle Town from Maui with breakfast, lunch, gear, crew support, and a chance to see turtles and whales.
“Our experience was amazing! Both snorkeling spots were beautiful and the water was the clearest blue we’ve ever seen! We saw many types of fish and three turtles! The crew also were very friendly and took great care of everyone. We felt very safe in the water, they had two lifeguards stationed out with us at all times. The gear was clean and the optional wetsuits helped us maximize our water time. Food and drinks were also very good! Would highly recommend!”
Review of Maui’s Calypso snorkeling cruise to Molokini and Turtle Town, with meals, gear, safety details, costs, and practical booking tips.
“Turtle town was first and then Molokini for us. They opened the slide at Molokini. Food was plentiful. They slowed down on the way back for whales. Plenty of waves so some people became sick. See-through raft for littles. Morning tour was laid back with little music and alcohol. We saw several whales. Saw one turtle at Turtle Town.”
Sail, kayak through mangroves, snorkel coral reefs, and watch the Key West sunset with gear, snacks, drinks, and expert crew included.
“The crew was amazing—friendly, professional, and helpful. They were clear in their instructions. We loved this half-day excursion because it wasn’t too long and included some of our favorite activities. Kayaking through the mangroves was so unique. We would certainly book this tour again when visiting Key West!”
Cruise Boca Ciega Bay for dolphins, then snorkel and shell at Shell Key on a small-group St. Pete Beach boat tour.
“Had a wonderful time! Our guide was great and informative and he really seems to enjoy what he does. We got to see dolphins and manatees.”
Swim with Crystal River manatees in a six-person tour with wetsuits, expert guides, photos, hot drinks, and respectful wildlife encounters.
“What a great experience! Although our group was a bit larger than it should’ve been due to staffing issues, our guide Crystal, managed it all amazingly. She lead us to pockets of areas to see the list manatees and away from the crowds as much as possible. We saw so many beautiful floaty potatoes up close and personal. Highly recommend this tour and definitely ask for Crystal!”
Swim beneath Kona’s sunset with giant manta rays, using provided gear and lights for a close, respectful night snorkeling experience.
“There are no words to express amazing this experience is. Our guides, were knowledgeable about the mantas and made sure the animals stayed safe.”
Review of Hanauma Bay snorkeling from Waikiki, with shuttle details, costs, gear, timing, marine life, and practical booking advice.
“Amazing experience, lots of fish to see. Company provided all necessary gear and you arrive nice and early to the bay.”
Review of Pride of Maui’s 5-hour Molokini and Turtle Town snorkel tour, with food, drinks, whale watching, safety tips, and honest value advice.
“A great day. Crew is great. Kind, efficient, professional. It was s well-olied machine. Great snorkeling at both locations. Delicious lunch. And bonus that we saw a ton of whales!”
Review of Grand Cayman’s Stingray City, Coral Garden, and Starfish Point tour, with tips on timing, value, family fit, and cruise pickup.
“This experience is awesome. Our guides are very experienced and made sure everyone in our group had fun and are safe.”
Review of a small-group West Maui snorkel boat tour with Honolua Bay, turtles, dolphins, seasonal whales, meals, and attentive guides.
“I’ve snorkeled lots of places over the years including Maui multiple times, and this was my best snorkel day ever! My son thinks he doesn’t love snorkeling but Derrick and Malaki made it fun and he had a great time at both snorkel spots - which were excellent! We learned a ton about the ocean, we saw whales breach, a pod of spinner dolphins, saw a turtle cleaning station, spotted eagle rays, eels, octopus, etc. Derrick learned everyone’s name right off the bat and made sure to point out fish we would have missed on our own, swimming down multiple times to point things out for the group. It really…”
Review of Maui’s Molokini and Turtle Town catamaran tour, with clear snorkeling, turtles, whale watching, breakfast, lunch, and practical tips.
“Beautiful place and awesome crew, we love all of it”
Review of Four Winds Molokini snorkeling from Maalaea Harbor, with clear water, meals, whale watching, family tips, pricing, and practical advice.
“The crew is great and Molokini is beautiful . I could have hung out on board all day. Fish tacos were bomb”
Review of Maui’s Molokini and Turtle Arches snorkel trip, with reef fish, turtles, meals, gear, boat comfort, price, and practical tips.
“A definite highlight of our Maui vacation! The staff were super helpful and knowledgeable. We saw lots of whale activity and the snorkeling was great as well. A very high quality experience!”
Every kind of American day out, and the best of each.
