What it is
My Splash Maui offers guided sea scooter snorkeling tours in Maui, Hawaii. These tours utilize underwater sea scooters, allowing participants to glide through the water with less effort and cover more area than traditional snorkeling. The company operates out of several top snorkeling spots on Maui, including Wailea Beach, Turtle Town (Mākena), and Mala Wharf in Lahaina. Tours are guided by certified local experts who provide ocean knowledge, Hawaiian history, and safety instructions.
Visitor experience
Travelers on a My Splash Maui sea scooter snorkeling tour can expect a unique underwater experience. The sea scooters, which can propel users up to 3.5 mph, enable guests to explore reefs and encounter marine life such as Hawaiian sea turtles (honu) and various tropical fish. Tours are fully guided and include all necessary gear: sea scooter, snorkel mask, fins, and a wetsuit top. Many tours also include complimentary photos and videos captured by the guides. My Splash Maui offers options for various skill levels, including tours specifically designed for non-swimmers, providing life jackets and floating paddleboards. The experience typically lasts around 90 minutes in the water, with a total experience duration of approximately two hours.
Logistics
My Splash Maui's primary meeting point is at 3894 Wailea Alanui Dr, Kihei, HI 96753, USA. Guests are advised to arrive 10-15 minutes early for gear fitting. While the listed address is in Wailea, some tours may involve a short shuttle to other locations like Turtle Town in Mākena. The company offers various tours, including an "Eco Sea Scooter Snorkeling Tour with GoPro" and a "First Time Snorkeling Tour for Non-Swimmers with Photos". Tours generally operate daily from 7 am to 2 pm. Reservations are recommended. Parking at the specific tour locations may vary, though the main Wailea Beach area typically has public parking options. This activity is best experienced as a half-day activity.
Safety and cautions
My Splash Maui emphasizes safety, with CPR-certified local guides accompanying all tours. The tours are designed to be safe for a wide age range, typically 5 to 80 years old, especially in calm, shallow waters around 5–15 feet deep. For sea scooter tours, participants are generally advised to be confident swimmers, as the scooters can move faster and deeper than traditional snorkeling. However, specific non-swimmer tours are available with additional flotation support and one-on-one guidance.
The company states they will reschedule or relocate tours to calmer reefs or offer refunds if ocean conditions are unsafe. Visitors should adhere to general Maui snorkeling etiquette, such as not touching marine life, standing on coral, or using non-reef-safe sunscreen. Full-face snorkel masks are generally not recommended or allowed on Maui tours due to safety concerns regarding CO2 buildup.
Editorial take
This activity is ideal for travelers who want to experience snorkeling with an added element of fun and ease, particularly those who might find traditional snorkeling strenuous or want to cover more ground. It's an excellent choice for families with children (ages 5 and up) and even non-swimmers due to the guided assistance and provided flotation. Travelers looking for unique photo and video opportunities of their underwater experience will appreciate the included media package. Those who prefer a more relaxed, unassisted snorkeling experience or a large boat tour to more distant locations like Molokini Crater might consider other options. This tour is distinct from large catamaran tours to Molokini; My Splash Maui's tours are beach-launched and focus on specific nearshore reefs.
Source notes
- My Splash Maui Official Website: https://mysplashmaui.com/
- My Splash Maui GetYourGuide Supplier Page: https://www.getyourguide.com/my-splash-snorkeling-s242962/
- Wanderlog Review of My Splash Maui: https://www.wanderlog.com/things-to-do/544372/my-splash-maui-sea-scooter-snorkeling-tour
- Maui Activities Review of My Splash LLC: https://www.maui-activities.com/my-splash-llc-review/
- Maui Ocean Safety & Etiquette Guide (general information): https://www.mauibabes.com/blog/things-to-avoid-when-snorkeling-in-maui/
