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Blue Water Rafting Express Whale Watch & Molokini Snorkel!
Kihei • South Maui • Adventure Style Rafting • Whale Watch & Snorkel
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Why You’ll Love The Blue Water Rafting Express Whale Watch & Molokini Snorkel
If you want maximum Maui ocean magic in minimum time, this is your tour. You get the thrill of an adventure-style raft ride, the wow factor of Molokini snorkeling, and the heart-melting goodness of humpback season, all in one outing.
⭐ Two Bucket List Adventures in One
Whale watching plus Molokini snorkeling makes for one epic morning!
⭐ Low-to-the-Water Whale Viewing
You are at a spy-hopping whale’s eye view. Curious whales can make for a closer encounter than you ever imagined possible.
⭐ Listen to Whale Songs on an Onboard Hydrophone
Hearing humpback songs underwater is a special kind of Maui magic.
⭐ Fun, Expert, Local Guides
Your guides care for you and the whales, making sure everyone has a safe and fun time.
⭐ Convenient South Maui Departure
Check in at the Kihei Boat Ramp, with free parking and quick access from Kihei and Wailea.
What’s Included in The Blue Water Rafting Express Whale Watch & Molokini Snorkel?
All Blue Water Rafting Express Whale Watch & Molokini Snorkel tickets include:
✔ 2.5-hour guided tour (approx.)
✔ 10:30 am departure (10:15 am check-in)
✔ About 1.5 hours whale watching
✔ About 1 hour snorkeling at Molokini (or a safe alternate site if conditions require)
✔ Snorkel gear provided for your Molokini reef time
✔ Flotation device available
✔ Refreshing Hawaiian juices and water
✔ Onboard hydrophone to listen for whale songs
✔ Free parking at the Kihei Boat Ramp
✔ Free Cancellation up to 72 hours prior to start time
✔ Convenient e-ticket from Auntie Snorkel
What Does the Blue Water Rafting Express Whale Watch & Molokini Snorkel Look Like?
See for yourself in this preview of the Blue Water Rafting experience.
What Can I See On The Blue Water Rafting Express Whale Watch & Molokini Snorkel?
Every trip is different, and conditions may vary, but this tour is all about peak-season whales plus a world-famous snorkel site.
Whale Watch Highlights (Seasonal):
- Humpback whales (often including mothers and calves)
- Breaches, tail slaps, pec slaps, and spy hops
- Whale behavior along the route, with plenty of guide narration
- Whale songs through the hydrophone when conditions cooperate
Snorkel Highlights (Site Dependent):
- Clear water and vibrant reef life at Molokini
- A coastal snorkel alternate may be chosen if conditions are not favorable at Molokini
- Fun Specialist note: Molokini is usually the destination, but safety always wins, and the alternates can be just as beautiful.
What are the Check-In Details, Departure Times, & Duration of The Blue Water Rafting Express Whale Watch & Molokini Snorkel?
Whale watching is seasonal and typically runs November through mid-April. Operating days can vary by month.
Tour duration: 2.5 hours
Check-in time: 10:15 am
Departure time: 10:30 am
Return time: Approximately 1:00 pm
Important safety notes:
- No children under 4 years of age
- No pregnant passengers
- No guests with back or neck problems
- If you are very prone to motion sickness, this may not be your best match (it is an adventure-style raft).
What is the Location & Directions for The Blue Water Rafting Express Whale Watch & Molokini Snorkel?
Kihei Boat Ramp
Approximate driving times:
- 5-10 minutes from Kihei/Wailea area resorts
- 30 minutes from Kahului Airport
- 45-60 minutes from Kaanapali area resorts
- 60-75 minutes from Napili/Kapalua area
- Free parking is available at the check-in site.
What Should I Know About This Departure Time?
Fun Specialist cheat sheet: this tour is a late-morning departure, which is awesome if you want a relaxed start to your day but still want prime ocean time.
- Great choice if you want to avoid the super-early alarm clock.
- Bright daylight for spotting spouts and snapping photos.
- If conditions are good for Molokini, there often aren’t other boats to share it with.
Pro Tips from Your Fun Specialists
- Apply reef-safe sunscreen prior to check-in so you are ready to roll when the raft departs.
- Wear your swimsuit and bring a towel. This is an ocean adventure, not a “stay perfectly dry” situation.
- Bring sunglasses and a hat, and secure anything you do not want donated to the Pacific.
- Charge your phone and bring a strap for drop-free filming.
- Tipping the boat crew is customary. Bring some cash to drop in their jar on the way out.
- If you are prone to motion sickness, this is probably not the tour for you. Consider a larger, more stable boat tour like the Calypso Molokini Tour.
FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions About The Blue Water Rafting Express Whale Watch & Molokini Snorkel
Is Molokini guaranteed?
Molokini is usually the destination, but if conditions are not favorable, the captain will choose a beautiful coastal alternate for safety and enjoyment.
Is this a calm boat ride?
It is an adventure-style raft, so expect a faster, more exciting ride than a big cruise boat. It can be splashy and bumpy depending on conditions.
Can young kids join?
Kids are welcome, but children must be age 4+. Children under 12 must be supervised by an adult.
Is this tour good if I am pregnant or have back or neck issues?
No. For safety, this tour is not allowed for pregnant guests or anyone with back or neck problems.
Does the boat have a restroom?
No, there is no on-board restroom for this tour. Passengers should use the restrooms at Kihei Boat Ramp prior to boarding.
What is the cancellation policy?
Auntie Snorkel offers free cancellation for any reason up to 72 hours prior to the start of your tour (your tour details are listed at the top of your e-ticket).
Why Book The Blue Water Rafting Express Whale Watch & Molokini Snorkel With Auntie Snorkel?
- Best-value tickets for Maui whale watching
- Safe checkout guaranteed – easy cancellation
- Real local support from our family-owned and operated Lahaina & Kihei shops
- Trusted by thousands of happy guests
More About The Blue Water Rafting Express Whale Watch & Molokini Snorkel Experience
Adventure Awaits
You show up in South Maui, the ocean is sparkling, and you know you are about to have a very good day. Check in, meet your crew, and get ready for an express adventure that packs a lot into 2.5 hours.
The Ride
This is a rigid-hulled inflatable raft, which basically translates to: fast, fun, and close to the water. It is the kind of ride where people laugh out loud when the raft hits that perfect little bounce. If you love a little thrill, you are going to be grinning. If you prefer a more stable cruise, we can help you pick a bigger boat instead, like the Calypso.
Whale Watching on the Way
During peak season, these waters are a highway for humpback whales, including mothers and calves. Your guides are watching for spouts and surface activity, and when you spot your first whale, the whole boat turns into a happy whisper-shouting fan club. Nothing is guaranteed with wildlife, but, being at water level on a small raft often provides opportunities for curious whales to come get up and close and personal for some apparent people watching!
Snorkeling at Molokini
Molokini is world-famous for a reason. Clear water, vibrant reef life, and the feeling of swimming in a place that does not look real. You will have about an hour to snorkel, and if conditions are not right at Molokini, the captain will choose a gorgeous coastal alternate so you can still get your reef fix safely.
The Perfect Tour for “I Want It All” People
If your Maui vacation personality is “whales AND snorkeling AND I do not want an all-day tour,” this is your match. Two major Maui moments, one efficient morning, and plenty of time left for tacos, naps, and telling everyone about that whale that looked you right in the eye.
Meeting & Departure Location: Kihei Boat Ramp
Learn More About Maui Whale Watching from Auntie Snorkel’s Fun Specialists
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