Snorkeling Maui Conditions. When picking a spot to snorkel you should look into the accessibility visibility safety marine life variety and experience quality. The west coast of Maui including Kīhei Lāhainā and Kaanapali typically enjoys better snorkeling conditions and calmer seas due to its leeward position in relation to the trade winds as well as the protection it receives from offshore islands like Lānai and Kahoolawe.
Its a beautiful day on Maui. In this experience one guide will take up to two people into the water. On the Big Island and Maui most all of the snorkeling is on the dry side lowering the overall rain chances year round.
Active watches and warnings.
Its drier and less windy which generally means the visibility underwater will be much clearer. Check the Maui Snorkel Report for surf conditions at Honolua Bay before heading out. Check ocean conditions before you enter the water High surf high winds heavy shorebreak and strong currents are bad conditions for snorkeling. In this experience one guide will take up to two people into the water.
