Molokini Crater

Molokini Crater is located on the southwest side of Maui, off the shore of Makena Beach. It is Hawaii's only Island Marine Sanctuary and looks like a tiny volcanic cone located a few miles off the coast of Maui.

Thousands of tropical fish and marine critters may be found here, as well as a thriving coral reef. Molokini Crater is a perfect site to explore snorkeling in Maui.

Several organizations provide snorkeling trips to the area; normally, a catamaran cruise includes a stop at Turtle Town, where you may see green sea turtles resting in the coral reef.

If you don't want to get in the water, you may take a glass-bottom boat trip to witness the undersea world's splendor.