Molokini Crater Blog
See what’s new at Molokini Crater! We also share articles about other regions of Maui County.
Maui News and Molokini Posts
Maui Activities for Couples
We’ve listed 7 of the most popular Maui activities for couples. We hope you’ll experience some of these when you visit Maui with your significant other.

Snorkeling with Tourists
Inspired by the oatmeal, we thought it would be fun to build a short comic about why we’re hesitant to share while snorkeling with tourists. This is based on real life experiences (unfortunately.) We hope you like it! read more…
Maui Fishing
Maui is home to numerous tropical fish that are native only to Hawaiian waters. These fish come in all colors, sizes, and flavors as well as catch difficulty level.

All About the Molokini Back Wall

Arrive on Maui’s leeward side, and it may be impossible to tear your eyes away from Molokini. This small, horseshoe-shaped landmass rests between Makena and the outlying island of Kaho’olawe. Roughly two and a half miles away (and little more than fifteen minutes by boat from Kihei) the volcanic ledge, half-submerged in water, presents not just eye-candy from shore but also some of the most spectacular snorkeling and diving opps in the world, including Molokini Back Wall, a drift dive at one of the best dive sites in Hawaii.
Maui Animal of the Month: Hawaiian Monk Seal
Think of seals and odds are you’ll picture the craggy coasts of Northern California or the frigid waters of Oregon’s shores. But an exceptional breed of seal prefers sandier banks and warmer climes....
Maui Wildlife For Animal Lovers: How To Responsibly See Wildlife on Maui
From sea turtles to colorful forest birds, Maui is home to extraordinary wildlife. Many species in the Hawaiian Islands are endemic, meaning they are found nowhere else on earth. Polynesian settlers...
Makena Landing Snorkel Review
It doesn’t look like much from shore, but Makena Landing is one of the best under-the-radar snorkeling spots in South Maui. You’ve probably heard of this Maui snorkeling spot before. But you may...
Olowalu Snorkeling Review
Manta rays, crystal clear waters, and 400-year-old coral heads – Olowalu snorkeling blows us away every time. Olowalu is part of a 900-acre reef system known to be one of Maui's largest and oldest...
Ahihi Cove Snorkel Review
Nestled amid Maui’s most recent lava flow, Ahihi Cove is home to a flourishing underwater world. Vibrant corals shimmer beneath the surface. Schools of striped manini move in unison as turtles drift...
What Is Maui SNUBA?
So, you’ve finally booked that long-awaited Molokini snorkel trip – and now you can’t wait to don your snorkel and dive into the deep blue. But you’ve noticed your boat offers something called...
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