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Hand-picked tours across the world's coral reefs

Our team has been pulling together the best small-group tours, day trips and multi-day adventures around the world's coral reefs for years. Mick reads the traveller reviews before any tour earns a spot on this page — if a tour's a dud, it doesn't get listed.

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Private Stand Up Paddle Boarding Tour in Turtle Town, Maui
5.0 (303)
🐠 Water Activities
USA

Private Stand Up Paddle Boarding Tour in Turtle Town, Maui

Explore Turtle Town on a private paddleboard tour along Maui's dramatic coastline. Your certified guide leads you through calm Makena Bay for a skills refresher—most paddlers are confident within 30 minutes—then venture into deeper waters past sea caves, lava formations, and vibrant coral gardens where green sea turtles often appear. The two-hour experience spans all skill levels and includes equipment, instruction, life jacket, and a digital photo package.

2 hoursfrom USD $169
Marine Biologist Guided Snorkel Tour from Shore at Turtle Town
5.0 (206)
🐠 Water Activities
USA

Marine Biologist Guided Snorkel Tour from Shore at Turtle Town

Wade into Maui's most established reef system with a marine biologist who explains what you're seeing in real time. This 2-hour shore-based snorkel keeps groups to 8 people maximum, so you get personalized attention and breathing room. You'll spot green sea turtles, brain coral, and schools of tropical fish while learning about reef ecology and conservation efforts. All equipment, instruction, and reef-safe sunscreen are included; no boat ride needed.

2 hoursfrom USD $129
5 Hour Molokini Snorkel & Turtle Tour in Maui
5.0 (199)
🐠 Water Activities
USA

5 Hour Molokini Snorkel & Turtle Tour in Maui

This five-hour Maui snorkeling excursion takes you to Molokini Crater and surrounding reefs aboard the No Ka Oi, a hybrid boat designed for both performance and stability. The crew—ocean enthusiasts passionate about marine life—keeps groups intentionally small so they can offer personalized attention both in the water and onboard. You'll encounter sea turtles, explore coral ecosystems, and return with a solid understanding of what lies beneath Maui's surface. The outfit has been running these trips since 2010 and brings a family-business ethos to every outing.

5 hoursfrom USD $189
South Maui Shore Dive
5.0 (150)
🐠 Water Activities
USA

South Maui Shore Dive

This three-hour certified dive explores the reefs and marine life of South Maui's Wailea and Makena coastline. You'll descend with a professional guide, spot sea turtles, rays, sharks, eels, and reef fish in their natural habitat, and receive photos documenting your underwater time. The operator supplies all gear and conducts a safety review before entry. An optional second dive site can be added for extra cost.

3 hoursfrom USD $155
Mermaid Ocean Swimming Lesson in Maui
5.0 (103)
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USA

Mermaid Ocean Swimming Lesson in Maui

Slip into a mermaid tail and learn ocean swimming techniques in Makena Bay, a sheltered cove on Maui's south shore. A certified instructor guides you through a 90-minute private lesson in calm, shallow water, with Haleakala and Molokini framing the backdrop. You'll master monofin coordination and mermaid-specific movements while a photographer captures underwater shots—included free with your booking. Tails and monofins come in sizes from child to adult.

1h 30mfrom USD $169
Waikiki small group turtle snorkeling & sailing
5.0 (100)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Oahu · USA

Waikiki small group turtle snorkeling & sailing

2 hoursfrom USD $99
Afternoon Adventure Snorkel from Ka'anapali
5.0 (81)
🐠 Water Activities
USA

Afternoon Adventure Snorkel from Ka'anapali

This two-hour afternoon snorkel run departs from Ka'anapali with small groups heading to Maui's premier west-side reefs. You'll spend the voyage with a guide in the water beside you, steering toward uncrowded anchor points where the fish are plentiful. The boat offers shaded seating with individual storage, cold beverages, snacks, and all gear. Expect a faster-paced outing that prioritizes comfort and personal attention over crowded cattle-boat logistics.

2 hoursfrom USD $123
2 hour Lahaina Sunrise Whale Watch
5.0 (77)
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USA

2 hour Lahaina Sunrise Whale Watch

A 2-hour sunrise whale watch departing from Lahaina on Maui's west coast. You'll board a newly refitted pink catamaran with 360-degree sightlines and hydrophone technology to listen to whales underwater. The small-group format keeps things personal, and the captain and crew—all locals with 25+ years on these waters—field questions throughout. Whale sightings are guaranteed, or you return free.

2 hoursfrom USD $70
Guided Scuba Dive in Kaanapali: Certified
5.0 (70)
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USA

Guided Scuba Dive in Kaanapali: Certified

A guided scuba dive for certified divers off Maui's Kaanapali coast, this two-hour experience takes you to shallow reefs accessible from the beach in Lahaina. Year-round warm, clear waters and abundant marine life—including Hawaiian green sea turtles and, seasonally, humpback whales—make Maui a top destination for underwater exploration. All scuba equipment is included; simply bring your certification card.

2 hoursfrom USD $209
Private Beginner Paddleboard 101 Lesson: Makena Landing!
5.0 (68)
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USA

Private Beginner Paddleboard 101 Lesson: Makena Landing!

Learn to stand-up paddleboard in a protected two-hour private lesson at Makena Landing on Maui's south shore. Your guide walks you through fundamentals on the beach, then guides you into calm waters where you'll paddle through Turtle Town while taking in views of Haleakala Crater across the channel. You'll have a local ocean expert and professional photographer with you throughout, making this an ideal introduction for anyone stepping onto a board for the first time.

2 hoursfrom USD $159
Kayak Whale Watch & Turtle Town Snorkel - Free Photos Included
5.0 (66)
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USA

Kayak Whale Watch & Turtle Town Snorkel - Free Photos Included

This four-hour kayak expedition pairs whale-watching with snorkeling at a sea turtle cleaning station off Maui's south shore. Led by an owner-operator with over a decade of local knowledge, the small-group setup lets you hear whale vocalizations and observe them at eye level—a stark contrast to crowded motor boats. You'll paddle stable, purpose-built kayaks to track seasonal visitors, then transition to the reef to swim with Hawaiian green sea turtles and explore volcanic coral formations. High-resolution photos are included.

4 hoursfrom USD $150
One Tank Manta Night Dive and Snorkel
5.0 (64)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Big Island of Hawaii · USA

One Tank Manta Night Dive and Snorkel

3 hoursfrom USD $135
Maui Whale Watching -PRIVATE- Air Tour: (2-5 People): SEE WHALES!
5.0 (63)
🐠 Water Activities
USA

Maui Whale Watching -PRIVATE- Air Tour: (2-5 People): SEE WHALES!

This private plane tour flies groups of up to five over Maui's coastline during humpback whale season (mid-December through mid-April) in search of the migrating whales. You'll fly in a metal aircraft with panoramic windows from a dedicated cabin, guided by a pilot who provides live commentary on what you're seeing below. The one-hour flight includes ground fees, headsets, and beverages, and lets you skip standard airport queues.

1 hourfrom USD $420
Turtle & Shark Scuba Dive in Lahaina: Certified
5.0 (60)
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USA

Turtle & Shark Scuba Dive in Lahaina: Certified

This certified-diver-only scuba excursion off Lahaina's coast puts you in the water with Hawaiian green sea turtles and white-tip reef sharks in their natural habitat. The two-hour dive operates year-round in bathwater-warm conditions with exceptional visibility. You'll dive in small groups led by experienced instructors, with all equipment provided. Certification card required at check-in.

2 hoursfrom USD $249
Private Kealakekua Bay Captain Cook Snorkeling
5.0 (46)
🐠 Water Activities
Big Island of Hawaii · USA

Private Kealakekua Bay Captain Cook Snorkeling

3h 30mfrom USD $1541
Small group Turtle Snorkel (18 people max): Sightings Guaranteed
5.0 (46)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Oahu · USA

Small group Turtle Snorkel (18 people max): Sightings Guaranteed

2 hoursfrom USD $85
Day Sailing Adventure in the Florida Marine Sanctuary
5.0 (44)
🐠 Water Activities
Key West & the Florida Keys · USA

Day Sailing Adventure in the Florida Marine Sanctuary

3 hoursfrom USD $120
Kona Night Manta Ray Snorkel | Small Group Experience
5.0 (39)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Big Island of Hawaii · USA

Kona Night Manta Ray Snorkel | Small Group Experience

2 hoursfrom USD $150
Northshore ocean adventure and circle islandJeep Tour- Guaranteed to see turtles
5.0 (38)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Oahu · USA

Northshore ocean adventure and circle islandJeep Tour- Guaranteed to see turtles

8 hours – 10 hoursfrom USD $700
Unlimited Guided Snorkeling Tour for Beginners Plus
5.0 (36)
🐠 Water Activities
USA

Unlimited Guided Snorkeling Tour for Beginners Plus

Gabriel's Ohana runs small-group snorkeling trips at Olowalu Reef in Maui where you set the pace—stay in the water 1 hour or 3, whatever suits you. Built for nervous swimmers and first-timers, the guides offer hands-on support, fitted life vests with secure leg straps, and equipment calibrated to keep you afloat and comfortable while exploring the reef. Experienced snorkelers find plenty of territory to cover too.

1 hour – 3 hoursfrom USD $85
Waikiki Sunset Boat Cruise
5.0 (36)
🐠 Water Activities
Oahu · USA

Waikiki Sunset Boat Cruise

1h 30mfrom USD $49
Private Stand up Paddle Lesson and Tour (for 1 or more paddlers)
5.0 (36)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Oahu · USA

Private Stand up Paddle Lesson and Tour (for 1 or more paddlers)

2 hoursfrom USD $129
Cruisin Tikis Marathon - Sunset Tiki Cruise
5.0 (30)
🐠 Water Activities
Key West & the Florida Keys · USA

Cruisin Tikis Marathon - Sunset Tiki Cruise

2 hoursfrom USD $99
Key West Private 6-Person Sandbar & Snorkeling Charter
5.0 (30)
🐠 Water Activities
Key West & the Florida Keys · USA

Key West Private 6-Person Sandbar & Snorkeling Charter

4 hoursfrom USD $749
Private Snorkel Trip from Oahu on a Yacht
5.0 (26)
🐠 Water Activities
Oahu · USA

Private Snorkel Trip from Oahu on a Yacht

3 hoursfrom USD $2042
Private Luxury Escalade Transfer: HNL Airport & Cruise Ports
5.0 (26)
🐠 Water Activities
Oahu · USA

Private Luxury Escalade Transfer: HNL Airport & Cruise Ports

30 min – 45 minfrom USD $160
Private Kealakekua Bay Snorkel and Dolphin Watch
5.0 (26)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Big Island of Hawaii · USA

Private Kealakekua Bay Snorkel and Dolphin Watch

4 hoursfrom USD $1500
Private Catamaran Charter in Waikiki (1-6 Guests)
5.0 (25)
🐠 Water Activities
Oahu · USA

Private Catamaran Charter in Waikiki (1-6 Guests)

2 hoursfrom USD $900
Private Turtle Canyon Snorkel & Cruise Waikiki
5.0 (24)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Oahu · USA

Private Turtle Canyon Snorkel & Cruise Waikiki

1h 40mfrom USD $750
Florida Keys Sunset Cruise with Champagne Toast and Seafood
5.0 (23)
🐠 Water Activities
Key West & the Florida Keys · USA

Florida Keys Sunset Cruise with Champagne Toast and Seafood

2 hoursfrom USD $65
North Shore Stand-Up Paddleboard Lesson
5.0 (23)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Oahu · USA

North Shore Stand-Up Paddleboard Lesson

2 hoursfrom USD $80
Boat Excursion in Florida Keys with Snorkeling Equipment
5.0 (22)
🐠 Water Activities
Key West & the Florida Keys · USA

Boat Excursion in Florida Keys with Snorkeling Equipment

4 hoursfrom USD $700
Sunset sail Aboard Manakai Catamaran
5.0 (22)
🐠 Water Activities
Oahu · USA

Sunset sail Aboard Manakai Catamaran

1h 30mfrom USD $50
Breathwork and Ice Bath by the Ocean
5.0 (21)
🐠 Water Activities
Oahu · USA

Breathwork and Ice Bath by the Ocean

1 hourfrom USD $39
Marathon Reef Fishing Charters
5.0 (21)
🐠 Water Activities
Key West & the Florida Keys · USA

Marathon Reef Fishing Charters

4 hoursfrom USD $1100
Kohola Whale Watching Excursion
5.0 (20)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Big Island of Hawaii · USA

Kohola Whale Watching Excursion

3 hoursfrom USD $160
Private Boat Tour of Flagler's Famous Bridges from Big Pine Key
5.0 (18)
🐠 Water Activities
Key West & the Florida Keys · USA

Private Boat Tour of Flagler's Famous Bridges from Big Pine Key

1 hourfrom USD $400
Sunset Cruise & Manta Night Snorkeling Charter
5.0 (17)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Big Island of Hawaii · USA

Sunset Cruise & Manta Night Snorkeling Charter

3 hoursfrom USD $990
Kona Manta Night Snorkel: Swim with Mantas, Small Group (6 max)
5.0 (17)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Big Island of Hawaii · USA

Kona Manta Night Snorkel: Swim with Mantas, Small Group (6 max)

1 hourfrom USD $160
Florida Keys Tiki Boat Tour Adventure
5.0 (16)
🐠 Water Activities
Key West & the Florida Keys · USA

Florida Keys Tiki Boat Tour Adventure

2 hoursfrom USD $85
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