The Hawaiian Islands, surrounded by miles sapphire waters filled with coral and an amazing abundance of aquatic life, begs to be explored. Snorkeling in Hawaii provides one of the best ways to experience this maritime oasis's oceanic wonders. The island chain of Hawaii, comprised of the six islands of The Big Island, Maui, Lanai, Molokai, Oahu and Kauai, has unquestionably some of the most diverse and spectacular underwater experiences for the visitor to the Islands.

Hawaii

Hawaii Island charters will take you around the picturesque island of Hawaii, and down to the reefs and other landmarks in the area. This island has a variety of different endangered species, such as the Hawaiian Sea Turtle, and uncommon coral, which can only be experienced by snorkeling. The charters in this area host some of the best snorkeling Hawaii Islands has to offer such as excursions to the marine sanctuary of Kealakekua Bay. The crystal clear waters allow you to clearly see the vivid colors of the Dolphins and colorful tropical fish near Kona, in Pawai Bay.

Oahu

450 diverse species of tropical fish make their home at Hanauma Bay, and for this reason it is protected as a marine sanctuary. Besides this classification, you can still get up and personal with the colorful fish you find floating all around you. The Waikiki coastline, the relaxed and pristine beaches of Waimanalo Beach, and the natural wonders of Hanauma Bay make Oahu one of the best places to get your feet wet on some of the most spectacular beaches and reefs for Hawaii snorkeling to be found in the Hawaiian Islands.

Kauai

Sea caves and waterfalls are some of the natural wonders you can find near the island of Kauai. Hawaii snorkeling Excursions to these sites on the Na Pali coast typically leave from the nearby Hanalei Bay, and can consist of anything from a high-speed boat tour to a relaxed guided catamaran tour.

Maui

Maui Island is considered the sporting center of the Hawaii Island chain. The majority of charters are stationed here, as well as from Oahu Island. The charters catering to visitors who wish to try snorkeling in Hawaii do not go far from Maui Island explore many natural formations and some wrecks off of the coast of Maui. The Molokoni Crater Nature Preserve is a popular site for snorkeling expeditions around Maui. This is a shallow geological formation, circular in shape, as its name implies. The volcanic rock serves as the base for the marine life that makes its home here.

Olowalu Turtle Reef is also easily accessible from Maui, and the gentle and graceful sea turtles that live in the warm clear waters of these protected waters draw all sorts of underwater observers to enjoy some of the best snorkeling Hawaii has to offer.