The beauty of Maui Island can be understood best when we give a look to its white blue-green crystal waters which has a lot of fine-looking coral reefs. You will be excited to see the stunning aquatic life underneath the water. And this is what makes the Maui waters worthy to explore!

And due to this wonderful aquatic life the people here considers snorkeling as one of the best mind refreshing activities for every visitor. The best possible way to experience the wonders of the aquatic life is snorkeling underwater. Also it is available all through the Hawaiian area.

There are four major spots in Maui that are best for Maui snorkeling. These are actually preserves, which needs to be taken extra care when you are discovering these areas. These spots comprise the Ahihi Bay, Molokini Crater, Honolua Bay, the Oluwalu Turtle Reef and a part of the La Perouse Bay. Let us give a closer look to them. Please note that these Maui snorkeling spots are protected by laws. Therefore, it is necessary from your part too to protect these sanctuaries. One important rule is never walk or stand on corals.

Ahihi Bay: This is the best site and most popular site considered for Maui snorkeling. The location of snorkeling spot is the Ahihi Marine Preserve. The exact location is towards the south of the Makena Big Beach. You can observe different types of fish and eye-catching coral reefs abound. If you leave few bits of fish food you will find numerous amounts of tropical fishes enjoying the titbits you have just tossed. This is best thing about this Maui snorkeling spot.

Molokini Crater Nature Preserve: This is another most popular Maui snorkeling expedition. This Maui snorkeling spot is shallow and circular in shape. The most interesting fact of this site is it serves as the heart of aquatic life that inhabit here are rocks of volcanic origin.

Honolua Bay: This Maui snorkeling spot is located north of Kaplua on route no. 30. Many reviews say that Honolua Bay is best for snorkeling during the summer when the ocean water is calm.

Oluwalu Turtle Reef: If you want to observe some sea turtles then this should be your ideal spot for snorkeling. This is a protected sanctuary. You can find charming and calm sea turtles that live in the clear water. Varieties of fishes too are found here. In two words “don’t miss”.

La Perouse Bay: This Maui snorkeling spot is named after the first western (a French navigator) to set foot in Maui – Jean de Francois La Perouse. It is nestled south to the Ahihi Marine Preserve. Even though the place has a barren land, the quality and quantity of aquatic life it offers makes it a awesome place for snorkeling.

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