25 Best Things to Do on Lanai: Lanai Cat Sanctuary Details & More

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The Hawaiian Island of Lanai is worth a trip from Maui, not just for the Lanai Cat Sanctuary, but also for all the hidden gems. We do a day trip here annually as it is a relaxing place. Here are the best things to do on Lanai, with a lot of detail for your trip planning!

The most popular thing to do on Lanai is to visit the Lanai Cat Sanctuary. You can take the Expeditions Maui-Lanai Ferry ($66 plus taxes, one-way), board a local shuttle (details below!), and drive 21 minutes to the sanctuary. While on Lanai, check out more activities like Hulopoe Beach or Lanai City.

We include details on visiting the Lanai Cat Sanctuary in the best Lanai itinerary on the planet (and it’s free).

After numerous trips, these are our favorite things to do on Lanai, which are free, require a car rental, and don’t require a car rental, as well as activities at the Four Seasons resorts.

I also share details on how to visit Lanai and if a trip to Lanai is worth it.

Thanks for visiting and supporting the local economy of Lanai! Lanai is a tight-knit community home to wonderful local businesses. You will have a great time on this tiny Hawaiian Island.!

Here are some quick links for how to get to and around Lanai:
– Take the Expeditions Maui-Lanai Ferry for a day trip. The 75-minute ferry departs from Ma’alaea Harbor. Book early to get the departure times you need.
– Download our FREE Lanai Wayfinder Itinerary. This itinerary includes two excursion days exploring Lanai. This sample itinerary shows how amazing our full Hawaii Wayfinders are!
– Rent a Jeep on Lanai with Lanai Cheap Jeeps
– Want to see Lanai without taking a ferry or airplane? See spinner dolphins, snorkel, and go ashore with a Lanai Snorkeling Tour.

Interesting Lanai Fact: Lanai is a privately owned island owned by Oracle founder and billionaire Larry Ellison. In 2012, he purchased Lanai for $300 million and took ownership of 98% of the island. The purchase included the Four Seasons Resort Lanai and Sensei Lanai, a Four Seasons Resort. 

Here are the 22 best things to do on Lanai, whether you want to take a day trip or spend the night!

What to Do on Lanai for the Day: 1-Day Itinerary Video

There are two ways to explore Lanai for the day: walk and shuttle around the island, or rent a Jeep or a car to explore Lanai.

The first and easiest is to explore the area around Manele Small Boat Harbor and take a shuttle to historic Lanai City. This itinerary does not require renting a Jeep. See our video below on our experience of spending the day playing at Hulopoe Beach and then heading to Lanai City. 

Lanai City is very walkable as it is a planned plantation town with Dole Park in the center.

The second option for exploring Lanai for the day is to head to Lanai City upon arrival to get a Jeep rental. Once you are in the Jeep, you can take your time in Lanai City and explore some unique sights, secluded beaches, and hiking trails around Lanai.

In our free Lanai Wayfinder Itinerary, we have itineraries for both of these Lanai day trips. Whether you rent a car or don’t rent a car, we show you how to explore Lanai the right way.

Free Things to Do on Lanai

Here are our favorite free things to do on Lanai. I provide more details below!

• Munro Trail
• Hulopoe Beach
• Swim in the Keiki Tide Pool
• Hike to Sweetheart Rock
• Fisherman’s Trail
• Visit Lanai City
• Free Golf at The Cavendish in Lanai City
• Shipwreck Beach (Kaiolohia)
• Lanai Cat Sanctuary (donations are welcome!)
• Keahiakawelo (Garden of the Gods)
• Kaunolu Village and Trail
• Koloiki Ridge Trail
• Polihua Beach

1. Lanai Cat Sanctuary

On our last visit to Lanai, the driver for Rabaca’s Shuttle (he was a wealth of Lanai information!) shared that most of their business is transporting visitors from the harbor to the Lanai Cat Sanctuary.

He estimated that about two-thirds of his passengers wanted to go straight to the cat sanctuary, then to Lanai City, and back to the ferry! We get it, it is a lovely sanctuary with a great objective to help the stray cats of Lanai.

Our family enjoyed the sanctuary, and I’m sure you will like it too. With the large increase in price for the Maui-Lanai Ferry, Lanai is experiencing fewer visitors. We realize the price increase was big, so we hope you find value in visiting this Lanai institution to help the cats.

The Lanai Cat Sanctuary is a well-designed and well-run cat sanctuary built to shelter the large homeless cat population that was on Lanai. 

Since opening in 2006, they have saved over 3,000 cats. By sheltering feral cats, they have saved countless native and endangered ground-nesting sea birds on the island. 

The cat sanctuary is open daily from 10 am to 3 pm.

Come frolic and play with some of the 600+ cats. Admission is free, but donations are welcome!

They are located 5 minutes from Lanai Airport and 20 minutes from Manele Small Boat Harbor. 

Click for directions from Manele Small Boat Harbor (ferry) to the Lani Cat Sanctuary.

2. Lanai Snorkel Tours

The second most popular thing to do on Lanai isn’t always on Lanai. Doing a Lanai snorkel tour is a great way to see Lanai without taking a ferry.

Hop aboard a power raft or catamaran sailboat to tour Lanai’s coast and experience some epic snorkeling. 

From a snorkel tour, you can see Pu’u Pehe (Sweetheart Rock), Hulopoe Beach, Lanai’s large sea cliffs, Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins, and the pristine reefs around the island. 

Trilogy is the only company with a permit to land on Lanai. They land on Hulopoe Beach for a BBQ picnic and beach time. They have an impressive setup on the beach for comfort, dining, and snorkeling. They have been offering this tour for decades, it is a family and Lanai tradition.

Learn more about Trilogy’s Lanai tour in our Kaanapali Snorkeling Tours article and our 6 Best Lanai Snorkel Tours.

Those Lanai snorkel tour companies also made our list of the 8 best snorkeling tours on Maui.

Our two recommended Lanai snorkel tour companies are Sail Maui and Ultimate Whale Watch and Snorkel.

Sail Maui’s Lanai Coast Snorkel (See below for a promo code for 10% off): Enjoy their 5-hour snorkel and sailing tour of Lanai’s epic coastline. Dive into secluded snorkel spots, see spinner dolphins, and snack on fresh banana bread and a deli lunch. An open bar is included. 

Ultimate Whale Watch and Snorkel’s Dolphin Encounter and Snorkel: Head out on a power raft for a comfortable and active adventure with spinner dolphins and snorkeling. They offer a 3-hour and 4-hour tour. The 4-hour tour includes two snorkel spots. We did the 4-hour tour, their most popular, and loved the time out on the water.

We enjoyed our snorkel tour to Lanai with Ultimate Whale Watch and Snorkel for the excellent snorkeling spots, coming across a pod of Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins, and learning the history and stories of Lanai from the marine biologist onboard.

Additional Maui Trip Planning Resources:

• 16 Amazing Things to Do in Upcountry Maui
• Best Maui Luaus for Kids
• Ka’anapali Guide: 33 Answers to Ka’anapali Travel Questions

8 Things to Do on Lanai Without a Car

Here are things to do around Lanai if you decide not to rent a car.

Upon disembarking the ferry, you can walk 10 minutes (0.5 miles) from the harbor to Hulopoe Beach. While at the beach, you can fill your day with many things to do around the beach.

You can pack a lunch from Maui, pick up some snacks at the General Store at Manele Small Boat Harbor, or head to Lanai City for a great selection of local restaurants and two grocery stores.

You can also go to the Fours Seasons Resort Lanai for lunch as a non-guest. The resort opened to island visitors for lunch in 2024 making for a convenient and delicious spot to eat near Hulopoe Beach.

If you haven’t decided already, we think Lanai is worth a day trip if you can’t stay the night!
If you’re torn between Lanai and Molokini for snorkeling, we have you covered.
Since you’ll most likely be making your way to Lanai from Maui, be sure to add our Maui Travel Guide to your reading list to get the lay of the land!
No matter which islands you visit, our Hawaii packing list has everything you need and nothing you don’t.

3. Hulopoe Beach

Located in the Manele-Hulopoe Marine Life Conservation Area, you will find one of America’s best beaches, as Dr. Beach previously ranked. We love this beach for the lack of crowds, unique and large marine life, and things to do around the beach itself.

Hulopoe Beach is well known for snorkeling. The pristine reef and protected bay make for great visibility. However, always check ocean conditions before you venture out, as there can be strong currents and high surf. 

We find Lanai to be better than Molokai for secluded snorkeling.

The gold sand beach is excellent for walking or just relaxing under the sun. 

Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins rest in the bay, so encounters are every day. You can’t swim or approach the dolphins within 50 yards, per NOAA law. But that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy watching their acrobatic spins from shore or on a snorkel tour.

Amenities:

• Restroom facilities
• Showers
• Parking
• Picnic tables and BBQ grills
• No lifeguard on duty

Explore more Hawaii beaches:
The 17 Best Maui Beaches (with parking, directions, and tips)
11 Best Big Island Beaches You Need to Visit (+ map!)
10 Best Beaches on Oahu: Secluded, White Sand, Find It All
The 10 Best Beaches on Kauai: stunning spots you don’t want to miss!

4. Keiki Tide Pool

This is our son’s favorite thing to do on Lanai. The Keiki Tide Pool is a large tide pool that feels like a small swimming pool. It is located southeast of Hulopoe Beach. Take a 5-minute stroll along the coast till you see steel and concrete stairs leading you down to the tide pools.

The main Keiki Tide Pool was blasted from the lava rock for Lanai children decades ago. The protected pool is great for swimming and watching the fish. Natural tide pools from the lava rock also line this area, making scavenger hunts for eels, fish, shells, and other animals a great way to keep the kids entertained.

5. Sweetheart Rock (Pu’u Pehe)

A flat 10-minute walk past the Keiki Tide Pool is Sweetheart Rock, a beautiful addition to the coast. The landmark is named Sweetheart Rock because it is shaped like a heart. Legend says a heartbroken warrior jumped from this 80-foot summit, rising from the sea, overcome with grief after his princess wife’s passing. 

6. Fisherman’s Trail

A 4.4-mile out-and-back trail starts at Hulopoe Beach on the northwest side, under the Four Seasons Lanai Resort. Follow the rocky coastline on this easy-to-moderate hike that should take a little over two hours. 

Bring hiking boots or closed-toe shoes, as the trail has loose boulders. The coastline is gorgeous, and you will most likely not encounter anyone on the trail with you.

Lanai City Things to Do

No trip to Lanai is complete without exploring the historic plantation town of Lanai City. Located 17 minutes from Manele Small Boat Harbor, the planned community houses Lanai’s 3,000 residents. 

While a shuttle is required to get to Lanai City, once you arrive, you will find a walkable town village. The quaint town has the large Dole Park, which has a playground at its center.

While the bowling alley has been converted into a community center, restaurants, cafes, and art galleries surround the park.

Lanai City is a small town, so check operating hours to see if you’re set on having lunch or dinner. Many places close in the afternoon.

We like to go to Lanai City for the local restaurants, coffee, and a little shopping. Below are our favorite places.

7. Lanai City Restaurants

• Blue Ginger Cafe: a great no-frills breakfast and lunch spot for local eats and fresh baked goods.
• Pele’s Other Garden Deli: This mom-and-pop deli serves Italian fare in a retro diner. It is open for lunch and gets more lively at night.
• Coffee Works: a block from Dole Park, enjoy excellent coffee and pastries in this bohemian cafe.
• Ganotisi’s Pacific Rim: Opened in 2022, this is the new, popular place to eat in town. It offers plate lunches, burgers, fish and chips, and sandwiches.
• Richard’s Market: one of two grocery stores in town, you can find picnic supplies here, fresh poke, and drinks for wherever you plan to explore.

Amazing grindz around Hawaii:
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The Ultimate Kauai Food Truck Guide (find the best cheap eats)

8. Lanai City Shops

• The Local Gentry: full of cute Lanai souvenirs, clothing, and artwork.
• Mike Carroll Gallery: the local art gallery and artist is known for its art and hospitality
• Lanai Hula Hut: a little blue shop featuring Lanai clothing and souvenirs

9. Lanai City Attractions

• Lanai Culture & Heritage Center: at the top of Dole Park, explore Lanai displays and find events that showcase the local community.
• Lanai Theater: Derelict since the 1970s, Larry Ellison transformed this movie theater into a state-of-the-art venue with luxury seating. He planned to start a film festival, but local residents now get to enjoy it!

Explore the Town! Sit in Dole Park, walk amongst the historical churches, check out the old courthouse and jail, and walk through the neighborhoods to appreciate the plantation architecture. Lanai City is a little city that has been lost in time.

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10. Free Golf – The Cavendish

You read that correctly: Lanai City has a free, 9-hole public golf course. On an island of exclusivity, you can go golfing on this local course in Lanai City. No tee time reservation is required.

Edwin Cavendish designed the course in 1947 to give Dole plantation workers some rest. Today, the local community of Lanai maintains the course and cutting-hole positions.

Adjust your expectations, as this is a free course. The tee boxes and fairways may be shaggy, there may be axis deer footprints across the bunkers, and drainage can be an issue. If you are looking for 18 holes in the ocean, you must stay at the Four Seasons.

The Cavendish is the pride of the local community, so treat the course with respect and follow the lead of local residents.

11. Lana’i Adventure Park

Behind the Sensei Four Seasons Resort is an adventure park for all. To get there, you must walk 30 minutes (1.3 miles ) from the center of Lana’i City or hop in a taxi or Uber.

The Lana’i Adventure Park has a zipline course, a ropes course for team-building, an adventure tower, and guided e-bike tours. The adventure tour starts at $85 per person and ziplining costs $100 per person for two rides. Prices are subject to change.

8 Things to Do on Lanai Requiring a Car

It’s time to hop into your Jeep rental and explore more of Lanai. 

The Four Seasons Resorts can also recommend local tour guides to show you around the island. But, renting your own Jeep makes for a great adventure.

12. Shipwreck Beach (Kaiolohia)

Located over 30 minutes (9 miles) northeast of Lanai City is one of Lanai’s most interesting things to do. Travel time varies based on road conditions. 

The scenic and windy drive down the side of Lanai’s extinct volcano will land you on the edge of Shipwreck Beach. Park the car and walk the 8-mile beach and rocky coastline to explore more shipwrecks. 

At least a dozen vessels have been intentionally stranded or accidentally sunk on along the hazardous northern coast of Lanai. 

The prominent rusting hulk of a YOGN-42 navy fuel barge can be seen beached on the reef. It isn’t a Liberty Ship, but a fuel tanker made of concrete and steel. The concrete hull is why it is still there today.

I wouldn’t recommend swimming here as strong currents and high surf make this a dangerous place to enter the water. You will feel the remoteness of Lanai when you visit this beach.

13. Shipwreck Beach (Kaiolohia)

The Poaiwa Petroglyphs are located along the Shipwreck Beach coastline. Ancient Hawaiians carved these images into the rock. To find them, follow trail markers along Shipwreck Beach. Please be respectful by not touching the rock carvings.

14. Keahiakawelo (Garden of the Gods)

Take a rough ride 45 minutes from Lanai City to see a volcanic rock garden. 

As the Hawaiian Tourism Authority explains the legend of this area:

According to Hawaiian lore, this windswept landscape is the result of a contest between two kahuna (priests) from Lanai and Molokai. Each was challenged to keep a fire burning on their respective island longer than the other, and the winner’s island would be rewarded with great abundance. The Lanai kahuna, Kawelo, used every piece of vegetation in Keahiakawelo to keep his fire burning. The landscape is the way it is due to the introduction of ungulates and subsequent erosion. 

Hawaii Tourism Authority

Located on the top of a hill, you can see Oahu and Molokai on a clear day.

15. Kaunolu Village and Trail

Take a Jeep ride to the ancient Hawaiian village of Kaunolu. It was a retreat for Kamehameha the Great as he enjoyed fishing on Lanai. An interpretive trail is available to describe the history, Halulu heiau (temple), Kaneapua Rock, and other sights in the village.

16. Koloiki Ridge Trail

With a trailhead just outside of Lanai City, explore this 4.2-mile out-and-back trail with a 782-foot elevation gain. This trail is popular for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. The lookout at the top is worth the hike.

You can walk to this trail from Lanai City (1.2 miles each way), but I recommend taking a car, as you will already have a 4.2-mile hike ahead of you.

17. Polihua Beach

Polihua Beach is the most isolated beach on Lanai. Getting here is a trek. Located on the north shore of Lanai, it is a secluded, 2-mile stretch of beach. It is an excellent place for sunbathing, but the strong currents make it a bad place for swimming.

Check weather conditions before you make the voyage out here!

• No restroom facilities
• No showers
• No lifeguard on duty

18. Munro Trail

Starting behind the Sensei Resort, this is a 12.8-mile out-and-back hike. The elevation gains 1,600 feet along a rustic road (cars are no longer allowed) to the top of Lanaihale, Lanai’s highest peak at 3,370 feet. 

The trail is famous for the views and also for walking amongst the Cook pine trees that George Munro planted to help bring more water to Lanai.

Note, you can walk to this trail from Lanai City (about 2 miles each way) but I recommend taking a car as you will already have such a long climb ahead of you.

More hiking around Hawaii:
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The 7 Best Easy Hikes on Oahu
3 Easy Maui Hikes (plus a bonus historic walk)
The Best Kauai Hiking Tours

19 – 25. Four Seasons Lanai Resort Activities

Lanai is designed for exclusivity. The newly remodeled Four Seasons Lanai Resort and Sensei Resort are 5-star luxury accommodations. Larry Ellison invested $450 million in the remodel.

While the pools, restaurants, and bars are made for relaxing, resort guests can also explore more of Lanai.

The restaurants are open to non-guests! You can visit the hotel for dining at the Fours Seasons Lanai.

Unfortunately, the things to do below are only for resort guests. But, lucky you if you decide to stay the night! 

1. Horseback Riding: stables near the Sensei Resort will take you on horseback rides on Lanai’s many trails.
2. Lanai Archery and Shooting Range
3. Manele Golf Course, a Jack Nicklaus-designed, championship golf course
4. The Experience at Koele, designed by a noted Southern Californian golf course architect Ted Robinson Sr., the course is located near Sensei Resort on the side of Lanaihale volcano.
5. Scuba and Snorkel Trips from Manele Bay
6. Spa – relax in the spas located at both Four Seasons Resorts. Sensei Lanai was remodeled around their wellness retreats.
7. Yoga Studio Featuring Aerial Hammocks

How to Get Around Lanai

Lanai is 18 miles long in its longest direction. While the island is small, the rough dirt roads make getting to some beaches and trails a long trip. 

Paved roads connect the boat harbors (Young Brothers industrial harbor and Manele Small Boat Harbor) to Lanai City and Lanai Airport. Outside of Lanai City and those main routes, you will find dirt roads in varying degrees of disrepair.

A Jeep is required for most activities on the island. 

We have done day trips where we haven’t gotten a rental car and trips where we have rented a Jeep.

Jeep rental companies typically won’t pick you up at the harbor or the airport. You must take a shuttle to Lanai City to pick up your rental.

Why Lanai is Unique

Lanai is like no other Hawaiian island. With a population of only 3,367 per the 2020 census, the island has few paved roads, no stoplights, one school, and one gas station. Few visitors make it out to Lanai compared to the other Hawaiian islands. 

Choosing the right Hawaiian island to visit for you can be tough, let alone throwing in an extra island when staying on Maui. But a day trip to Lanai should be on your radar if you’re visiting Maui for seven days or more. 

Related article: Is Lanai Worth a Day Trip? (without a doubt)

The proper spelling of Lanai is Lānaʻi. It is pronounced laa-na-ee, with a pause or glottal stop between na and ee. For simplification, I will write it as Lanai in this article. 

Lanai is believed to have been settled by Hawaiians from neighboring Maui or Molokai in the 15th century. They set up fishing villages on the coast and taro fields in the interior. It is believed the island’s population was decimated by disease by 1792, shortly after Western contact. 

The island was used for ranching and sugar cane farming during the 19th century until James Dole, the founder of Dole Food Company, bought it and turned it into the largest pineapple plantation in the world. Hence, Lanai is nicknamed Pineapple Island. Pineapples are no longer grown commercially on the island.

How to Get to Lanai

The two ways to arrive in Lanai are by ferry from Maui or by flight on Mokulele Airlines. Check out the snorkel tours below to see Lanai from the ocean.

We provide details on getting to Lanai in our Free Lanai Wayfinder Itinerary. Two clicks to download!

Expeditions Maui-Lanai Ferry is the Popular Way to Visit

The most popular mode of transport to Lanai is the Expeditions Ferry. This is the way we have visited Lanai on all of our trips. We want to fly one of these days, but the ferry is more convenient for a day trip.

The passenger ferry leaves from Ma’alaea Harbor and travels 75 minutes across the Au’au Channel to Manele Small Boat Harbor on the south shore of Lanai. 

The ferry departs regularly throughout the day. For a day trip, maximize your time on the island by leaving on the early morning ferry and booking a reservation for the day’s last ferry. Paid parking is available at Ma’alaea Harbor.

The Expeditions Ferry is the only passenger ferry serving the Hawaiian Islands. For more information on the ferry, see our Hawaiian Islands Inter-Island Guide (island hopping). 

Fly to Lanai: 2 Options

Visitors can also visit Lanai by flying to Lanai Airport (LNY). The tiny airport offers commercial flights from two airlines and is located 11 minutes from Lanai City (click for directions).

Mokulele Airlines offers the most common Lanai commuter flight options. They operate a fleet of single-engine prop planes and offer a limited number of flights a day. 

Pro Tip: In 2024 and 2025, Mokulele Airlines had maintenance issues, resulting in flight cancellations. This is a problem if you plan a day trip or a one-night stay on Lanai.

Lanai Air provides luxury charters and commuter flights. For those staying at the Four Seasons Resorts, you can take their private planes between Lanai City and Oahu, Maui, Kauai, and the Big Island. The inter-island trip is sometimes included in the room price.

Lanai Air also offers commuter flights for Lanai residents and visitors. Locals have welcomed Lanai Air onto the market due to Mokulele Airlines’ reliability issues. If you are not staying at the Four Seasons, look at flight options with Lanai Air!

In our experience, flights are limited. So, those planning to spend the day may not have the option of flying in the morning and returning in the evening.

You’ll cross the Au’au Channel on the way to Lanai, one of humpback whales’ favorite places to hang out. So if you’re visiting between December to March, don’t miss out on whale watching off of Maui’s coast. These are our favorite Maui whale-watching tours.

How to Get to Lanai City

When you disembark from the ferry at Manele Small Boat Harbor on the island’s southern tip, a few 8-to 10-person shuttles or minivans will be waiting to take you to Lanai City. 

The drive from Manele Small Boat Harbor to Lanai City is about 17 minutes (8 miles) on a well-paved but windy road.

Cash on hand is available for the shuttles, but Venmo and credit cards are also accepted.

Pro Tip: Bring cash for Lanai! Cash is good to have for the shuttles and for food. A few restaurants, like Blue Ginger Cafe, are cash only.

We take Rabaca’s shuttle the most often. I recommend calling ahead to reserve a spot.

• Rabaca’s Shuttle: (808) 559-0230
• Dela Cruz Taxi: (808)649-0808
• Uber/Don: (808) 563-0150

The Four Seasons Resorts transport guests arriving at the harbor or Lanai Airport.

Lanai Jeep Rentals

For those who want to explore more of the island than Lanai City and Hulopoe Beach, a Jeep rental is required. You can rent a regular car, but the rental company will have restrictions on where you can travel. 

For example, you may need to park the car and make a long hike to Shipwreck Beach. A Jeep can navigate the sand and rough terrain of Lanai’s roads.

The Four Seasons Resorts offer Jeep rentals to their guests for a rental fee.

For a lower cost and for those not staying at the resorts, you can rent with Lanai Cheap Jeeps. While not that cheap, they are convenient and have high-quality, lifted Jeeps. They provide a map, directions, and advice on navigating Lanai.

We enjoyed our experience renting from Lanai Cheap Jeeps. We are not partnered with them. It is a small operation, so don’t expect a traditional national car rental brand experience. It is more personal and telephone-based communication.

Add Lanai to Your Hawaii Vacation Itinerary

If heading over to Lanai for a day trip isn’t in your future, we recommend seeing the island from the ocean on a snorkel trip. Erica and I had a blast snorkeling and seeing Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins with Ultimate Whale Watch and Snorkel. Find the right tour for you!

Save 10% on your booking with the promo codes below!

Sail Maui’s Lanai Coast Snorkel (See below for quarterly promo code) – head out on a 5-hour snorkel and sailing tour of Lanai’s epic coastline. Dive into secluded snorkel spots, see spinner dolphins, and snack on fresh banana bread and a deli lunch. An open bar is included. 

Ultimate Whale Watch and Snorkel’s Dolphin Encounter and Snorkel (promo code HVG) – head out on a power raft for a comfortable and active adventure for spinner dolphins and snorkeling. They offer a 3-hour and 4-hour tour. The 4-hour tour includes two snorkel spots. We did the 4-hour tour, their most popular, and loved the time out on the water.

If you’re adding Lanai to an island-hopping adventure, be sure to grab an itinerary to go with the major islands you plan to visit!