Is it better to snorkel in the morning or afternoon in Maui?

Scuba diving and snorkeling in Maui or anywhere around the world is typically the best between 10 am in the morning and 2 pm in the afternoon. This is due to the sun being higher in the sky. The sun angle being more above the surface of the earth allows more light to penetrate the water.



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Choppy waters are not ideal for snorkeling, especially; if you're not a proficient swimmer. Wavy waters will bounce you around, and you'll experience diminished underwater visibility because of increased moving debris and sand. Waves also influence the ease and safety of getting in and out of the waters.

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The best time of the year to go snorkeling in Maui (just for being able to see many lively aquatic creatures) is definitely in the summer. The water will be warmer, winds will be slower, and any sea swells will be minimal.

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That one hour period or so where the sun seems to hover just a few inches above the horizon is an incredible time to go snorkeling.

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Don't swim/surf/dive near harbor entrances, river mouths and channels, especially after heavy rains. These types of waters are known to be frequented by sharks. Don't wear high-contrast swimwear or shiny jewelry. Sharks can see contrast well.

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Crescent-shaped Kapalua Bay is just gorgeous and one of the easiest places to snorkel on Maui as marine life is abundant close to shore.

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You will see animals that you would never see during the day, and the colors of the coral are much more vibrant. Secondly, it's simply a lot cooler to go snorkeling at night! The water is usually much calmer and there are fewer people around. Even better, manta rays are much more common to see at night.

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