Can you snorkel Turtle Town on your own?


Can you snorkel Turtle Town on your own? Curious/confident sea turtles might approach you while snorkeling. Just stay calm and don't touch them. Never snorkel alone and always assess conditions before entering the ocean.


Where is the best place to swim with sea turtles?

Our top12 best snorkeling spots to see sea turtles
  1. GILI ISLANDS, INDONESIA. ...
  2. TOBAGO CAYS, ST VINCENT AND THE GRENADINES. ...
  3. TURTLE TOWN, MAUI. ...
  4. LADY ELLIOT ISLAND, AUSTRALIA. ...
  5. AMEDEE ISLAND, NEW CALEDONIA. ...
  6. 6. ABU DABBAB, EGYPT. ...
  7. NGOUJA BEACH, MAYOTTE. ...
  8. DENIS ISLAND, SEYCHELLES.


Is turtle Canyon snorkeling worth it?

If your goal is to see turtles in the water, snorkeling at Turtle Canyon is worth it. This is a great opportunity to see sea turtles and enjoy a boat ride. But a word of caution: this is a crowded spot. It's the closest snorkeling tour stop near Waikiki and a lot of tours head out there daily.


Is Turtle Town worth it?

Absolutely! Nestled along Maui's coast, near the scenic Honolua Bay and accessible via Honoiki Street, Turtle Town is undoubtedly worth a visit, especially for those who appreciate marine life and underwater exploration.


When should you not snorkel?

Choppy waters are not ideal for snorkeling, especially; if you're not a proficient swimmer. Wavy waters will bounce you around, and you'll experience diminished underwater visibility because of increased moving debris and sand. Waves also influence the ease and safety of getting in and out of the waters.


What not to touch while snorkeling?

Don't Touch Coral While Snorkeling
Whenever someone touches the corals with their hands, they unintentionally disrupt the protective mucous layer that contains its microbiome, similar to the one we have in our gut. Inflicting damage or removing the coral's mucous layer can severely hamper its health and well-being.


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