Molokini Crater, Maui: How to Visit and What to Do Nearby

Molokini Crater is a partially submerged volcanic caldera roughly 4 kilometers off Maui's south coast, its crescent-shaped rim rising 49 meters above the waterline and enclosing a shallow basin on the leeward side. The protected interior waters reach depths of roughly 20 meters with visibility frequently exceeding 45 meters, making it one of the top snorkeling and diving sites in Hawai'i. Over 250 species of tropical fish and 38 species of hard coral inhabit the crater. Molokini is a state Marine Life Conservation District, and access is limited to permitted tour boats. is just one of many options in Maui. Major attractions worth considering include Haleakalā Crater, Haleakalā National Park, and Kaihalulu Beach (Red Sand Beach).