The Maui Custom Charters private morning snorkel sail is a 5- or 6-hour catamaran charter from Maalaea Harbor for up to 6 guests, with a crew-guided snorkel at the West Maui Pali cliffs or a North Kihei reef, breakfast and lunch, from $6,823 per boat. It suits families wanting a private yacht. The biggest drawback: $1,137 a head before tip.
Highlights
Private morning charter on the operator's 47-foot Leopard catamaran for up to 6 guests from Maalaea Harbor (Greetwell listing, October 2026).
$6,822.72 for 5 hours or $8,187.26 for 6 hours, the whole boat; Greetwell shows this as from $1,137 per person split six ways.
Light breakfast of local fruit and baked goods, deli-style lunch, SeaSport snorkel gear, an in-water guided snorkel tour and soft drinks are included.
Snorkel sites: the Pali cliffs of West Maui or a satellite reef off North Kihei, chosen by conditions.
Operator rated 5.0 from 168 Google reviews as shown on Greetwell in October 2026.
What to Expect
You meet the captain and crew at Maalaea Harbor in the morning; the departure time is set when you book.
Breakfast of local fruit and baked goods is served as the catamaran sails out across Maalaea Bay.
The captain picks a snorkel site by conditions, either the West Maui Pali cliffs or a reef off North Kihei, and the crew leads an in-water guided tour; the 1 review we read mentions turtle sightings.
After snorkeling the crew serves a deli-style lunch, and you can ask for a hands-on sailing lesson on the way back.
You return to Maalaea Harbor 5 or 6 hours after departure depending on the option booked.
What's Included
Private 47-foot catamaran with captain and crew
Light breakfast (local fruit and baked goods)
Deli-style lunch
SeaSport snorkel gear and crew-guided snorkel tour
Water, juices and sodas
What's Not Included
Gratuity; the listing says private-yacht standard generally starts at 20%
Alcohol (bring your own; glassware provided)
What to Bring
Swimwear and towels
Sweater or jacket for sea spray
Sunglasses, reef-safe sunscreen and a hat that stays on in wind
Your own alcohol if you wish
Restrictions and Requirements
Maximum 6 guests
No-shows charged the full price
Cancellation Policy
Full refund or credit with 48 hours' notice; no refund within 48 hours of departure; full refund or credit if the operator cancels for weather or other unforeseen circumstances; no-shows are charged in full. Checked October 2026 on Greetwell.
Maalaea Harbor, Maui (slip not stated; details sent after booking)
Check-In
Departure time chosen at booking
Parking and Getting There
Public harbor parking at Maalaea; not described by the operator
Ratings from every source we could find
Google
5.0
168 reviews
Google Maps — Summarized by Our Team
Morning departures for private charters are generally preferred for calmer water conditions.
Last checked 2026-09-15
Ratings and review counts are checked periodically and may not reflect same-day changes on each platform.
What the Reviews Say
We read 1 review of Maui Custom Charters on Greetwell, dated August 2026, collected October 2026; it describes a family snorkel charter with turtle sightings. The rating below is the operator-level Google score Greetwell displays. One review is too few for patterns.
About the Operator in General
Maui Custom Charters holds a 5.0 from 168 Google reviews on Greetwell. The August 2026 review we read praises Captain Anna and crew member Shanessa for responsiveness during booking and a good family day with turtles. Greetwell's review summary describes a 42-foot Catalina monohull and a 47-foot Leopard catamaran kept in immaculate condition.
Our Verdict
Tripreviewall's Take
At $6,823 for 5 hours, this charter only makes sense for a group of 4 to 6 who specifically want a 47-foot catamaran to themselves with a guided snorkel and meals; it costs many times what seats on a shared snorkel boat would. The operator's monohull Nova runs the same morning format from $3,274, so ask about both before paying for the catamaran. Budget a 20% tip on top.
Book This Tour If…
You are 4 to 6 people who want a private catamaran morning with no other guests
You want crew-guided snorkeling and meals handled for you
Stability matters; a catamaran rolls less than the operator's monohull
You can commit 48 hours ahead and absorb a 20% gratuity
Skip This Tour If…
You are 1 to 3 people; the per-person cost exceeds $2,200
You want Molokini Crater; the listed sites are the Pali cliffs and North Kihei reefs
You would accept a monohull; the operator's Nova charter costs about half
Your schedule might change inside 48 hours
Tips From Reviewers and Operator Notes
Compare with the same operator's monohull morning snorkel charter, listed from $3,274 on Greetwell.
Ask for a hands-on sailing lesson; the operator offers one on its charters.
Bring your own wine or beer; glassware is provided and no corkage is mentioned.
Pack a jacket; the listing warns of sea spray on the crossing.
Assessed by the Tripreviewall editorial team, last reviewed October 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a private morning snorkel sail on catamaran Artemis?
The private morning snorkel sail on Maui Custom Charters' catamaran was listed at $6,822.72 for 5 hours or $8,187.26 for 6 hours on Greetwell in October 2026, for up to 6 guests. Breakfast, lunch, snorkel gear and a guided snorkel are included; gratuity of around 20% is expected on top.
Where does the private snorkel sail go?
The private snorkel sail leaves Maalaea Harbor and heads to either the Pali cliffs of West Maui or a satellite reef off North Kihei, chosen by the captain for conditions. The crew leads an in-water guided tour; the one review we read mentions turtles. Molokini Crater is not listed as a stop.
What is included on the Maui Custom Charters morning charter?
The morning charter includes the private catamaran with captain and crew, a light breakfast of local fruit and baked goods, a deli-style lunch, SeaSport snorkel gear, a crew-guided snorkel and water, juices and sodas. Alcohol is not included but may be brought aboard with glassware provided.
What is the cancellation policy for the private morning charter?
The private morning charter gives a full refund or credit with 48 hours' notice and no refund inside 48 hours. If the operator cancels for weather or other unforeseen circumstances, you receive a full refund or credit. No-shows are charged the full price of the charter.
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