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From Lahaina Harbor: Lanai Snorkeling & Dolphin Encounter Aboard Quicksilver

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Dolphin and Snorkel Adventure from Lahaina to Lanai

From USD 139.95

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Free cancellation
Up to 24 hours in advance.
  • 5 hours
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Sail to one of Hawaii's less-frequented islands on this snorkeling tour form Lahaina to Lanai, or the Pineapple Island. Snorkel beneath 300-foot tall cliffs near Shark Fin and Manele Bay, and look out for sightings of Lanai's resident pod of Spinner dolphins. This tour also includes breakfast and lunch to fuel a full day of fun.
  • Catamaran cruise from Lahaina to Lanai
  • Snorkel in quiet bays using included high-quality equipment
  • Opportunities to catch sight of Lanai's pod of over 100 Spinner dolphins
  • Comfortable catamaran includes covered seating area
  • Music and narration onboard provide entertainment and context for sights
  • Kid-friendly activity makes for an ideal family outing, with special pricing for children
  • Breakfast, snacks, drinks, and lunch included

What's Included

  • Water slide
  • Professional captain and crew
  • Use of top-quality snorkel gear and flotation devices
  • Ice-cold soda, juice, coffee or tea
  • Two restrooms
  • Freshwater shower
  • Informative and historical narration
  • "Jump for Joy" Jumping Platform
  • Dolphin Search
  • Whale Watching (In Season)
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Parking fees
  • Towels
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Underwater cameras are available to rent
  • Wetsuits are available to rent for $10.00 each
  • Dramamine is available for purchase 2 tablets for $5.00
  • T-shirts are available for purchase for $20.00 each
  • Underwater photographer onboard provides custom photo shoots with several packages to choose from

Meeting And Pickup

Meeting point

  • 675 Wharf St
    675 Wharf St, Lahaina, HI 96761, USA

    MEET AT: Lahaina Harbor, Main Loading Dock 675 Wharf Street, Lahaina HI 96763. MANDATORY CHECK-IN 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE CHECK-IN SERVICE Look for Quicksilver crew member by yellow "Quicksilver" sign in front of slip 1 Give yourself plenty of extra time to find parking

Start time

06:30 am

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Mandatory Check-in 30 minutes prior to departure
  • PLEASE PRINT OR DOWLOAD YOUR TICKET AFTER CHECKOUT - THE MAJORITY OF YOUR QUESTIONS CAN BE ANSWERED WITH INFORMATION LISTED ON YOUR TCKET
  • Stroller accessible
  • Snorkel locations are determined daily by our captains based on weather, swell, and many years of experience in Maui waters
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travellers can participate
  • The ride to the snorkel location is approximately 1.5 hours. If prone to sea sickness, please prepare accordingly
  • Wildlife sightings, while likely, are not guaranteed
  • For vegetarian, gluten-free meals, or any other special dietary need please call at time of booking
  • With your safety as a top priority alcohol is served once the snorkel portion of the tour is complete
  • Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Basic swimming ability recommended
  • Underwater photographer onboard can provide custom photo shoots and offers a variety of packages to choose from
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Bring cash if you'd like to tip the crew
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 111 travellers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.

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Q:Where do we depart from on the Lana'i Snorkeling & Dolphin Encounter?

A:You’ll board Quicksilver at the world-renowned Lahaina Harbor at 675 Wharf St, Lahaina, HI 96761.

Apr. 2022

Q:Is there parking near the dock for the Lana'i Snorkeling & Dolphin Encounter?

A:There are several parking lots within walking distance of the harbor. There is free parking available at 750-760 Luakini St (appx. 5 min walk) and paid parking available at 641 Luakini St (appx. 4 min walk)

May 2021

Q:How early do I need to check in for the Lana'i Snorkeling & Dolphin Encounter?

A:Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to departure. The boat sails on schedule, so please arrive early for check-in.

Apr. 2022

Q:What type of boat is used during the Lana'i Snorkeling & Dolphin Encounter?

A:The Quicksilver is a state-of-the-art motorized catamaran. There is an exciting water slide, a freshwater shower to rinse off the salt.

Oct. 2022

Q:Are there shaded areas to relax on the catamaran during the Lana'i Snorkeling & Dolphin Encounter?

A:Absolutely! The main cabin area is fully shaded with plenty of seating to relax and enjoy the day!

Apr. 2022

Q:What food is provided during the Lana'i Snorkeling & Dolphin Encounter?

A:Breakfast includes muffins, pastries, and assorted fruits. For lunch, we have deli sandwiches (Roast Beef, Ham, Chicken) or pulled pork sandwiches with BBQ sauce, coleslaw, chips, and a cookie. Ice-cold sodas, water, and juice are available anytime.

Apr. 2022

Q:Are there vegetarian options available during the Lana'i Snorkeling & Dolphin Encounter?

A:Vegetarian & Gluten-Free meals can be made available only upon request when booking your reservation. Please be sure to add any dietary restrictions in the "Special Requirements" box at checkout.

Apr. 2022

Q:Is there a bar on board the boat for the Lana'i Snorkeling & Dolphin Encounter?

A:Yes! Non-alcoholic drinks are included, however, adult beverages are available for purchase on board.

May 2021

Q:Is there a restroom on the boat during the Lana'i Snorkeling & Dolphin Encounter?

A:Yes - there are two restrooms available onboard.

Apr. 2022

Q:Can I participate in the Lana'i Snorkeling & Dolphin Encounter if I am not a strong swimmer?

A:Yes - Several different types of flotation devices including foam noodles and boogie boards are available for free. Wetsuits, which not only keep you warm, are also great flotation devices are available for rent.

Oct. 2022

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Sarah_H
This was such an incredible trip and I couldn’t recommend it more. We saw dolphins, some octopi, a million turtles and even a (small, docile!) shark - I felt totally safe as a new snorkeler and as someone who is terrified of deep open water. The crew gave clear snorkeling instructions and were in the water on surfboards in case anyone needed anything. I don’t understand how anyone could have anything bad to say about this trip - ignore the bad reviews. The crew, wildlife and overall experience were amazing.

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Beautiful and well equipped
Pragati_S, July 2023
Beautiful home. Good location. Has all the things you’ll need to enjoy your stay. Beach towels, beach chairs, bodyboard, games, beach toys for kids
Response from Host, July 2023
We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your time with us aboard Quicksilver for the Lanai snorkeling and dolphin tour from Lahaina! Mahalo for the terrific review.
Beautiful, very...
Karen_H, July 2023
Beautiful, very knowledgeable and friendly staff. Food was fresh and tasted excellent. Learning the history of the islands was interesting.
Response from Host, July 2023
Amazing! Mahalo for recommending the Lanai snorkeling and dolphin tour aboard Quicksilver from Lahaina.
Great time for the family
Cassandra_S, July 2023
Great time! Saw lots of dolphins on our way out to the snorkel location. The staff was friendly and helpful! Definitely recommend
Response from Host, July 2023
You saw dolphins! Amazing! Mahalo for recommending the Lanai snorkeling and dolphin tour aboard Quicksilver from Lahaina.
Lana’i Snorkel
Dustin_S, July 2023
This was an amazing experience. The crew was very friendly and knowledgeable. Safety was a number one priority, and the coral and fish were beautiful! I haughty recommend.
Response from Host, July 2023
We are so glad you saw beautiful coral and fish! The crew aboard Quicksilver for the Lanai snorkeling and dolphin tour from Lahaina is the best on Maui. Thank you for the review and come back again soon!
The captain and crew were...
Jennifer_H, July 2023
The captain and crew were amazing! We had a great day seeing Dolphin’s and a lot of great fish. I would 100% recommend this excoriation!
Response from Host, July 2023
Thank you for the recommendation! The Lanai snorkeling and dolphin tour aboard Quicksilver from Lahaina is the best vacation activity on Maui. Mahalo!
Spectacular & entertaining . Loved the snorkelling
Gio_D, July 2023
Crew members were fantastic. Due to the weather we had to detour from Lanai to Honolua ( we weee adviced before departure and offered opportunity to reachedule) . The honolua bay was phenomenal ! Highly recommended
Response from Host, July 2023
This sounds fantastic! We are so pleased to hear you enjoyed your trip aboard Quicksilver for the Lanai snorkeling and dolphin tour from Lahaina. Honolua Bay is always beautiful! Mahalo.
Awesome time with the dolphins!
Monique_L, July 2023
We had a great time! The crew was fantastic. They were friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend this activity. We had hopes that we would see some dolphins and we got our wish. The dolphins were out and ready to play. It was so cool!😊
Response from Host, July 2023
You saw dolphins! Score! Mahalo for joining us aboard Quicksilver for the Lanai snorkel and dolphin tour. Join us again soon!
We were told the weather...
LaniAsper_W, July 2023
We were told the weather was not suited for snorkeling off of Lanai which is the only reason we booked this particular excursion. We were rebooked for Monday. If we are not able to snorkel off of Lanai again can we cancel for a full refund?
Response from Host, July 2023
Thank you for taking the time to send in your feedback about your cruise. Providing fun, safe boating adventures is our highest priority, and we are very sorry to hear that your experience was anything less than wonderful. We are looking into every aspect of your trip to find where we fell short so that we can address those issues immediately. For questions about your booking, please call customer service at 808-661-3333.
Snorkeling w/ turtles and dolphins
Julio_C, July 2023
Snorkeling and crew were awesome. The snorkeling area we went to supplied an array of dolphins, turtles and beautiful tropical fish
Response from Host, July 2023
Dolphin and turtles!? You scored! Thank you for recommending the Lanai snorkeling and dolphin tour aboard Quicksilver from Lahaina.
Highly recommend!
Renee_B, July 2023
Great boat, friendly staff, great food, and fun games while on board. Best trip! The snorkeling was the best I have ever seen.
Response from Host, July 2023
Wow! We are so excited to hear you experienced the best snorkeling ever on the Lanai snorkeling and dolphin tour aboard Quicksilver. Mahalo!
Our amazing snorkeling trip
Melissa_P, June 2023
The staff was great & the information they gave about the island was very cool. The food was good & the drinks were awesome!!
Response from Host, July 2023
We are pleased to hear you enjoyed the food, drinks, facts about the island, and the crew. The Lanai snorkeling and dolphin tour aboard Quicksilver from Lahaina is the best!
It was a great time.
Manuel_F, June 2023
We had a great time, they took us out to a beautiful location for us to snorkel. The staff was great, super friendly and very helpful. On the way back we had a nice boat trip back to Lahaina.
Response from Host, June 2023
Incredible! Thank you for joining us on the Lanai snorkeling and dolphin tour aboard Quicksilver from Lahaina.
Great trip!
Alyssa_D, June 2023
The crew was amazing, friendly, knowledgeable and fun! The winds kept us from going to our original location, but we still saw turtles and an octopus. So fun!
Response from Host, June 2023
Wow, turtles and an octopus!? We wish we were on this tour! Sounds like you scored on your Lanai snorkeling and dolphin tour aboard Quicksilver from Lahaina. Mahalo for leaving a review!
Friendly helpful staff....
Stephanie_L, June 2023
Friendly helpful staff. Awesome snorkeling and sightseeing. Saw tons of fish and sea turtles! Also got to see dolphins! Comfortable boat. Would definitely recommend to friends and family!
Response from Host, June 2023
Amazing! The Lanai snorkeling and dolphin tour aboard Quicksilver from Lahaina is the best vacation activity on Maui. Mahalo!
Great crew! Memorable experience
Rachel_D, June 2023
We really enjoyed our time on the quicksilver tour! The ride out to the snorkeling spot was about and hour and a half. We then snorkeled for about and hour. We then got back on the boat for lunch. The pork sandwiches were amazing, and we ate A LOT! There were alcoholic beverages offered on the ride back to the dock (which were very good). The crew were all very nice and worked very hard. Highly recommend.
Response from Host, June 2023
Amazing! Thank you for leaving such a detailed review of your Lanai snorkel and dolphin tour aboard Quicksilver from Lahaina. Mahalo!
We loved using the slide...
Mark_G, June 2023
We loved using the slide and jumping platform. The crew was so nice and helpful. We didn’t see any pod of spinner dolphins but did get one bottle nose dolphin who want to hang on the trip back which was super cool.
Response from Host, June 2023
Incredible! We love it when the dolphins the dolphins come out to play. Thank you for leaving a fantastic review for the Lanai snorkeling and dolphin tour aboard Quicksilver from Lahaina!
Fantastic snorkeling
Rob_M, June 2023
Great captain, great crew, plenty of food and had a great day of snorkeling! We plan on coming back in February for the whale watching and we'll definitely book on the Quicksilver.
Response from Host, June 2023
We look forward to seeing you again on the Lanai snorkel and dolphin tour aboard Quicksilver from Lahaina!
First time
Subrina_S, June 2023
Captain and staff were very good at what they do! The boat was clean and the food provided was simple but good.
Response from Host, June 2023
Amazing! Thank you for this terrific review of the Lanai snorkeling and dolphin tour aboard Quicksilver from Lahaina.
Beautiful, educational, awe inspiring.
Cynthia_m, June 2023
The whole crew was very nice and VERY helpful from the moment of checkin. Toothless is personable, fun and very caring. I was one of the sickies. They didn’t even charge us for Dramamine. Apart from me being sick and only being in the water about an hour, everything else was perfect! As I was yaking off the back of the boat toothless even offered me water to wash my mouth in out. It’s like they care about every single person on a personal level. I’m 100% going to book them again, I’ll also be using the seasick patch lol
Response from Host, June 2023
Wow, we are so glad you enjoyed your trip despite the seasickness! Our crew always goes the extra mile to make sure our guests are enjoying their trip. Mahalo for recommending the Lanai snorkeling and dolphin tour aboard Quicksilver!
The coral and all the...
Angela_H, June 2023
The coral and all the fish was amazing. The crew was fun and helpful. The tour had plenty of food for both meals and we had a great time.
Response from Host, June 2023
Sounds like an all-around fantastic time aboard Quicksilver for the Lanai snorkeling and dolphin tour! Mahalo for the rave review.
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