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Hawaii’s best days out.
The 15 lanai & molokai excursions tours travellers book most across Oahu and Maui, with what each one costs, how long it runs and the operator behind it.
4-hour Lanai snorkel and dolphin trip from Lahaina with two reef stops, gear and snacks included, plus marine research support.
Most Popular“Boat is a little crowded, but the crew was great. We had great snorkel spots and saw whales breach! Would recommend”
Two tanks off Lanai at the Cathedrals, small-group boat time from Lahaina. Expect morning wildlife, swim-through caves, and calm guidance.
“Shawn our dive master was great! We had a fantastic dive! I highly recommend Mala Pier shore dive. Abundant sea life.”
Doors-off helicopter tour over Molokai sea cliffs and West Maui rainforests. Small-group flight, phone-only photos, 45 minutes.
“Everyone felt this was an incredible experience and I’d add MANDATORY if you’ve never been to Maui. There’s a brief flight over the Maui coast on the way to Molokai where the really fantastic views are. The staff was very professional and fastidious regarding safety. If you are afraid of heights, like me, take an…”
55-minute two-island helicopter hop from Kahului that shows Molokai cliffs, falls, fish ponds, plus Maui’s Iao Valley and Honokohau Falls.
“Great pilot, very knowledgeable about the tour. I was very excited about the helicopter ride, and it blew away my expectations.”
Sail from Maalaea to Lanai on a double-deck catamaran for a 90-minute snorkel and dolphin watch, with meals and marine naturalists included.
“We ended up on the Molokini crater tour as we had difficulty following the directions. Make sure to read all the directions carefully as they weren’t totally clear until clicking a couple extra spots. The Molokini experience is geared towards beginner snorkelers. Very limited in the area to swim around and not much in the…”
Maui to Lanai eco-raft snorkeling with dolphins and seasonal whales. Small-group under 18, plus breakfast and snacks included.
“This rafting + snorkeling was such an amazing experience! It was possible to get close to other islands, to see different types of fish, dolphins and we got lucky enough to see a turtle swimming close to us. Also, the captain was great and entertained us with very funny stories! :)”
A 55-minute helicopter loop from Maui to Molokai with sea cliffs, Honokohau and Kahiwa Falls, Iao Valley, and big views between islands.
“We had an incredible flight experience. We had flown in helicopters before in Alaska and would highly recommend doing it there as well. The view and sites are amazing.”
Half-day Lanai snorkel and dolphin hunt from Lahaina: small-boat groups, 2–3 reef stops, meals, and gear included for about 6 hours.
“Jill and Lexxie were excellent hosts, very informative, Lexxie found reef sharks hiding under the pilings by the boat ramp and pointed them out! Saw everything. Lanai snorkeling was fantastic”
Half-day snorkel to Lanai from Kaanapali with dolphin search, 2 snorkel stops, breakfast, and expert crew. Spinner dolphins and whales by season.
“We stayed in Lahaina so Lanai meant a hour less drive time to Molokini but about almost an hour longer boat ride. Trip was rough but boat is made to handle it. Reefs were fantastic and worth the trip. Staff was phenomenal. Much more personal than the big nboats.”
Snorkel Lanai’s reef and watch dolphins on a Maui catamaran, with breakfast, BBQ lunch, and marine naturalist guidance.
Doors-off helicopter tour over West Maui and Molokai with pilot narration, wind gear, and phone-only photos for a 45-minute flight.
“Very easy to book and our kids enjoyed the doors off helicopter experience. The staff greeted us as soon as we walked through the doors of the building and explained everything clearly. The kids got to see the waterfalls up close and they said it was the best activity they did while in Maui -…”
Maui & Molokai helicopter tour from Kahului with exclusive landing, Bose headsets, and guided sights over Haleakala, Iao Valley, and Molokai.
“No other way to truly experience Maui and all the beauty it holds. Our pilot, Tim was very knowledgeable, friendly and funny. We saw whales, turtles and manta rays!”
Semi-private eco-raft from Lahaina to Lanai for 2–3 snorkeling stops, snacks and meals, guided gear help, and chances to spot wild dolphins.
“Olivia, Nicole, and Mark (?) were great. It was expensive, but so are all the tours on Maui that I found. We got to see whales and dolphins. We headed to Lanai, but the water was too choppy, so Mark took us to another smoother water spot to snorkel. Olivia told us about whales. All…”
Sea scooter snorkeling off Lanai from Maui with two 45-minute stops, safety briefings, snacks, and optional whale-season spotting.
“Great snorkeling experience, but if you have an issue with sea sickness, you will need to take remedies before the fact.”
A 50-minute helicopter flight over West Maui and Molokai’s waterfalls, sea cliffs, and misty peaks with a certified pilot-guide and Bose audio.
“Best way to explore Maui! Stunning helicopter tour with an amazing guide! Highly recommended!”
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