Where is the clearest water to snorkel in Hawaii?

The crystal-clear water (with an average of 150 feet of visibility) at Molokini Crater is what makes this one of the best snorkeling locations on Maui. Molokini is a popular place for both beginners and experienced snorkelers, and it is the top choice for morning snorkel tours in all of Maui.



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Molokini is a small crescent-shaped island is situated about three miles from Maui's southwest coast. Molokini is said to have some of the clearest water in all of Hawaii with visibility depths of up to 200 feet.

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Comparing between Kauai and Maui, there has to be a superior island right? Without a doubt, Maui definitely has the better offerings for snorkeling. Not only is the snorkeling good in Maui, but it is one of the best snorkeling locations in the entire world!

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May to September, where you'll find perfect conditions in snorkeling sites all over the islands. Protip: If you want to see Humpback Whale migrations while snorkeling in Hawaii, try to plan your trip between November and May (the best months are January and February).

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9 Best Places to Snorkel in the World
  • Baa Atoll, Maldives. Why it's special: Swim with manta rays, whale sharks and sea turtles in a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. ...
  • Maui, Hawaii. ...
  • Koh Tao, Thailand. ...
  • Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt. ...
  • Great Barrier Reef, Australia. ...
  • Nusa Lembongan, Indonesia. ...
  • Bora Bora, French Polynesia. ...
  • Punta Mita, Mexico.


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These are the 12 most spectacular beaches in Hawaii that you cannot miss.
  • Kapalua Bay – Maui.
  • Wailea Beach – Maui.
  • Big Island.
  • Hapuna Beach – Big Island.
  • Kauai Island.
  • Poipu Beach Park – Kauai.
  • Ke'e – Kauai.
  • Hanalei – Kauai.


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Kauai is the winner It has a variety of views and terrain to see. Rocky coastlines, beautiful beaches, lush jungles, and mountains and valleys. There is so much to see and do. Kauai tends to not be as popular as islands like Maui and Oahu so you can fully enjoy what the island offers.

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Oahu's windward coast – specifically the 10-mile stretch from the Marine Corps Base Kaneohe to Makapu'u Beach Park – is home to the bluest water in Hawaii, sure to make your next beach day unforgettable.

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They are the white reef tip, black reef tip, sandbar and scalloped hammerhead shark. My wife, who has snorkeled several times a week since moving here in 2013, has seen approximately 10 sharks in total, all of the reef tip variety. She has seen them in Lanikai in Kailua and right off the shelf at Ala Moana Beach Park.

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On O?ahu. Don't let the name scare you away from Shark's Cove on the North Shore of O?ahu—this rocky bay with clear, shallow waters is one of the top snorkeling and shore-diving locales in the world (and no, sharks aren't common here).

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Oahu. Oahu, also known as “The Gathering Place,” is home to some of the most iconic beaches in Hawaii, including world-famous Waikiki Beach, Lanikai Beach, and Sunset Beach. Waikiki Beach is one of the most popular beaches in the world and is known for its stunning views of Diamond Head, a volcanic cone.

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Lumahai is the subject of many postcards and paintings, but is also known on island as one of the most dangerous beaches for drownings and is not recommended for swimming. During the summer months the conditions at Luimahai are calmer, but still use caution. Lumahai is exposed to open ocean and strong currents.

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Oahu, home to capital city Honolulu, is generally more crowded than Maui. It boasts the best-known destinations in Hawaii. You can book one of the many hotels on Waikiki Beach, visit the U.S.S.

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The average daily cost (per person) in Kauai is $190, while the average daily cost in Maui is $275. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment.

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