Garden Tours · MAUI
The 11 best maui garden tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long it takes and the month it looks its best. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Set sail from Maalaea Harbor aboard the Malolo catamaran for an afternoon snorkel at Molokini Crater or Coral Gardens. Your captain chooses the site by ocean conditions. Expect gear, flotation aids, a hot dog lunch, whale watching in season, and a friendly English-speaking crew.
“beautiful and Joe is an amazing photographer. wonderful crew. loved the experience”
Board the 55-foot Malolo at Maalaea Harbor for a three-hour afternoon snorkel at Molokini Crater or Coral Gardens. The captain chooses the calmer site, and the crew supplies gear, instruction, flotation aids, lunch, and drinks. You may also spot whales from December through April.
“The reef at Molokini was a bit underwhelming. The ride over and back was nice and we did see whales going both ways. The event says hot dogs for lunch, which we looked forward to. The menu was changed and Turkey sandwiches were offered. When we let the crew know we were unhappy they did microwave some hotdogs for us, which was nice. We still would have preferred the grilled hotdogs which were advertised. Overall it was a fun experience and we would return”
Spend three hours aboard the Winona from Maalaea Harbor, sailing to Turtle Town, Coral Garden, or Olowalu Reef. Your crew provides fitted gear, a beginner class, fish identification, food, drinks, and in-water support. Seasonal whale watching adds another reason to keep your eyes on the sea.
“I had a really great time. The crew was really great and nice. We saw lots of turtles and I got to hold a octopus which was awesome. Also on the way back we saw a lot of dolphins which was a perfect ending to it all. I would definitely book again.”
Meet a greeter in a purple and white uniform before baggage claim at Kahului Airport. Your party receives fresh, unscented leis, a welcome sign with your name, airport directions, and photo help. Transportation and luggage assistance are not included.
“Great experience, thank you for helping create a great memory for my family! The leis were beautiful!”
Set sail from Maalaea at 11 a.m. for a three-hour Sail Maui cruise near Coral Gardens. Your captain chooses the best snorkel site for the day, with Molokini possible in suitable conditions. Snorkel gear, reef-safe sunscreen, lunch, beer, wine, and cocktails are included.
“The sail to Molokini was a stress reliever after we had braved The Road to Hana the day before. Word to the wise...do the sail, skip that terrifying drive. The snorkeling was wonderful...so many fish! Captain Greg, Ben, and Jay took wonderful care of us. That was the most enjoyable thing we did in Maui.”
Sail from Mā‘alaea Harbor aboard Four Winds for an afternoon at Coral Gardens. You’ll get snorkel gear, flotation belts, sea boards, lunch, soft drinks, and beer or wine for adults 21 and older. The crew provides instruction, and the boat returns around 5 PM, weather permitting.
“Great crew, very professional & accommodating. Captain was very informative as well as cook staff. Mahalo”
Take a private three-hour Super Raft from Maalaea with a captain and crew focused on comfort, snorkeling, and local conditions. You may reach Molokini Crater or Coral Gardens, with gear, snacks, drinks, and an onboard restroom included. The raft carries up to 15 people.
“Brad and Scott were awesome at finding the best spots. We saw lots of turtles and fish! We had a great time together.”
Meet a uniformed Ali‘i Greeting Service host just before baggage claim at Kahului Airport. Your greeter holds a welcome sign with your name, presents exotic orchid leis, and offers airport information and directions. The private greeting takes about five minutes and does not include transportation or luggage help.
“After a long flight into Maui for their first trip to Hawaii, the lei greeting was a pleasant surprise for my parents. As they came down the escalator to baggage claim they saw someone holding a sign with their name. She was pleasant and engaging just enough for my older parents. They enjoyed the welcome and it helped reset the tone for a long travel day. Mahalo”
At Haiku Butterfly Garden, Rich or another guide leads you through a 100-foot greenhouse filled with Monarch butterflies, milkweed, and nectar flowers. You’ll follow the butterfly life cycle from egg to adult and hold a caterpillar. The 25-minute tour begins and ends at 2250 Hana Highway.
“We learned about the life stages from eggs to caterpillars to butterfly’s. Our host was extremely knowledgeable and very friendly.”
Meet Sail Maui at Maalaea Harbor for a three-hour catamaran trip through the Au‘Au Channel. You’ll sail along Maui’s coast, look for humpback whales in season, snorkel at Coral Gardens, and enjoy lunch, drinks, reef-safe sunscreen, and gear. An English-speaking guide leads the outing.
“We had the most amazing time with Sail Maui. They had a great crew that were very friendly and knowledgeable. The boat was very nice and clean. Lunch was terrific. Sailing and snorkeling were amazing. Honestly, we didn't want to get off the boat.”
Meet your guide at Olowalu Beach for a safety briefing, snacks, water, and gear before paddling a hands-free kayak toward West Maui’s best local snorkel spots. Look for turtles, seals, dolphins, reef fish, and seasonal whales on this four-hour trip for up to six people.
“What an amazing experience this was, up close and personal with turtles, a seal and dolphins! The guide was extremely knowledgeable about the area and the wildlife we were encountering. So nice to be away from the crowds and be one with nature. Very humbling time on the water, perfect solitude. Loved the tour and can't wait to come back to Maui to do it again!”
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