![]() The 2nd stop was on the backside of Molokini (out of the shadows) and was different experience as the wall drops off to the dark depths quickly - again a nice variety of fish to see. Even so it was a very interesting assortment of fish and coral. I mention that because the clarity of water was very good, but I imagine direct sunlight enhances the overall fish and coral color. Being mid December we arrived at Molokini with the sun low enough for the waters to be in the shadows for the inside Molokini stop. We took less-drowsy dramamine as precaution, but probably didn't need it. That made the ride in the smaller of the two RedLine boats (35ft I think) very comfortable. We had mostly overcast to partly cloudy skies but very smooth glass like ocean conditions. Tim and Kelly of Redline were excellent crew. Location: Kihei boat ramp.My wife and two daughters (14,16) had great time - co-highlight of trip (tied with surfing lesson by Maui Surfer Girls). Time: check-in 6:30am, departs at 7am, and returns at 12pm Optional Items: Wetsuits, Digital Underwater Cameras for Rent Included: Hot Breakfast, Deli Lunch, All Snorkel Gear and Flotation Aids Click here to check out our slightly tamer Maui snorkel tours! See you on the raft! Woo hoo!īy the way, this trip is totally adventurous, so if you are fragile, pregnant, elderly, under the age of 8, or dealing with back or neck issues, Redline is not your best option. The raft leaves promptly at 7 am, and you’ll return to land at 12 pm. Excellent!Ĭheck in for this awesome trip at 6:30 am at the Kihei Boat Ramp. La Perouse Bay is a favorite hangout spot for Hawaiian spinner dolphins, and Redline will take you there, too. There are lava arches, grottoes, and caves, inhabited by epic underwater life that is visited by human life only rarely. This area is generally buffeted by high winds, but when the winds are light, it is an amazing place to get underwater. The coral reefs, teeming with fish, are extra busy soon after sunrise (just like bird habitats are on land), so you’re sure to be dazzled by the marine life on display!Īfter Molokini, your Maui snorkel guides will zip you over to the Forbidden Coast on the south side of Maui. FYI, no alcohol is served on this tour it’s just too exciting!īecause your Redline raft departs from Kihei, and they stick to a light passenger load of only 24, you’ll be one of the first vessels to reach Molokini Crater in the morning. A delicious breakfast of cinnamon rolls and fruit is served onboard, as well as deli sandwiches and pasta salad for lunch! Water, juices, and sodas are ready for you all day, and this raft (unlike many others) also sports a restroom–a huge plus. All the Maui snorkel gear you need, including wetsuits and devices to assist in flotation, is provided. You’ll often get to snorkel at four different sites during the five hour trip. The 35 foot raft, along with you and its excellent and knowledgeable crew, leaves from the Kihei Boat Ramp in the early morning. They are the only tour company that guarantees snorkeling at Molokini, because they’ll take you to the back of the crater! If you want to snorkel some of the really cool spots that hardly anyone knows about, go with Redline Rafting. Description Maui Snorkel Tour to Molokini and Kanaio Coast with the one, the only, Redline Rafting!
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