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  Molokini
Located 2 ½ miles off Maui's south coast, Molokini is an extinct volcano that is now designated as a State Marine Life and Bird Conservation District.
Molokini's back wall sharply drops off to depths of 300 feet.
Boat tours leave for Molokini from Ma'alaea Harbor or Kihei Boat Ramp.
www.hawaiiweb.com /maui/html/sites/molokini.html   (233 words)

  
  Hawai'i Coral Reef Network -- MPAs in Hawai'i: Molokini
Molokini is the southern rim of an extinct volcanic crater.
The Molokini shoal marine life conservation district shall include subzones A and B of that portion of the submerged lands and overlying waters surrounding Molokini islet, county of Maui, as follows:
Molokini islet is a state seabird sanctuary, and entry onto the island is prohibited.
www.coralreefnetwork.com /mpa/molokini.htm   (347 words)

  
 Molokini Site   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Molokini islet is the emergent portion of a cinder cone that erupted on the submerged extension of Haleakala's southwest rift zone.
Boats moored in the cove formed by the crescent shape of Molokini Islet are sheltered from the wind and heavy waves, but tour boats generally leave the area before noon to avoid the increasingly hostile oceanic conditions that develop as the day progresses.
Molokini islet is state land and is managed as a state seabird sanctuary.
cramp.wcc.hawaii.edu /Study_Sites/Maui/Molokini   (878 words)

  
 1998 CRAMP Molokini Assessment   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
The general ecological condition of the Molokini MLCD was excellent as evidenced by high coral cover in the central part of the tuff cone, diverse coral species, high fish abundance and high diversity of fishes.
Molokini certainly is generating more than 18 million dollars per year in direct sales, excluding other revenues generated for lodging and transportation.
Given that Molokini is at a break point in terms of available mooring sites, we strongly recommend that those agencies responsible move forward with installation of the approved permanent mooring array so as to prevent future anchor damage.
cramp.wcc.hawaii.edu /study_sites/Maui/Molokini/1998_Survey   (2434 words)

  
 Maui Sealife Scuba: Molokini Crater   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Molokini Crater is without a doubt the most popular offshore dive and snorkel location on Maui.
Molokini crater is a marine santuary which was established in 1977 as the Molokini Shoal Marine Life Conservation District.
The depth of the dive at Molokini is dependant upon the skills and ratings of the divers in the party but generally ranges from 40 to 130 feet.
mauiscubadivers.com /maui-scuba-dive-locations.htm   (796 words)

  
 Molokini Shoal MLCD
Molokini islet is the southern rim of an extinct volcanic crater.
Subzone B extends 100 yards seaward of the islet and Subzone A. There is no sand beach on Molokini.
Note: Molokini is a state seabird sanctuary, and entry onto the islet is prohibited.
www.state.hi.us /dlnr/dar/mlcd/molokini.htm   (497 words)

  
 Molokini erupted about 230,000 years ago
Molokini is a volcanic cone that rises about 150 m (500 ft) from the submarine flank of Haleakala to a summit only 49 m (162 ft) above sea level.
Molokini would be similar to cinder cones elsewhere along the southwest rift zone except that it erupted through water.
For those dying to know, the Molokini deposits are basanite, a type of basalt with fairly low amounts of silicon and high concentrations of sodium and potassium.
hvo.wr.usgs.gov /volcanowatch/2001/01_02_08.html   (684 words)

  
 Maui: Molokini Snorkeling
Molokini is a small crescent-shaped island just offshore the southwestern part of Maui.
Molokini is known as one of the best snorkel spots in Hawaii and every day hundreds of tourists on dozens of boats tour the island to see the reef up close.
Molokini is a complete tourist trap and depending on when you go, the odds of seeing hundreds of tropical fish like the brochures all say is rare.
www.skaines.com /maui/04maui   (256 words)

  
 Molokini Crater Snorkel Cruise with Maui Princess Cruises Hawaii
Molokini Crater Snorkel Cruise with Maui Princess Cruises Hawaii
Molokini Crater is the best place on Maui to
to Molokini from the West Maui Lahaina Harbor.
www.mauiprincess.com /snorkel.html   (113 words)

  
 Molokini   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Molokini was created by small steam spout of one of the volcanic eruptions.
At Molokini we snorkled around for a bit, exploring the different parts of the reef and admiring the beautifullly colored fish.
While we were sailing from Molokini to Turtle Town, the crew prepared a BBQ lunch fo us to enjoy, complete with cheeseburgers, chicken, past salad,and many other great foods.
pubpages.unh.edu /~obw/project/Molokini.html   (311 words)

  
 Molokini Crater
Molokini Crater is approximately 4 miles off the South Maui Coastline in the Makena area and is a Marine Life Conservation District.
In my opinion the best diving at Molokini is outside the crater at "Reef's End" and the "Back Wall." Depths can reach over 300 feet so one must closely monitor their depth gauge.
Molokini Crater is almost always 1 of the 2 dive sites when booking a 2 tank boat dive.
kayakdiver.com /molokini.htm   (925 words)

  
 Dive at Molokini
Molokini is traditionally one of the finest snorkeling and diving areas in Maui county.
Molokini's bay is generally very calm, swimming and snorkeling can be enjoyed, or if you're a little more adventurous, try a little scuba diving.
Molokini is undoubtedly one of the finest snorkeling areas in Maui county.
www.pacificislandtravel.com /hawaii/diving/molokini.html   (723 words)

  
 Molokini
Molokini has been rated in the top #10 snorkeling spots in the world and #1 in Hawaii.
Molokini is an inactive, sunken volcanic cinder cone three miles off Maui's South coast.
Molokini has been rated in the top #10 snorkeling spots in the world and #1 in Hawaii for snorkeling.
home.hawaii.rr.com /thehawaiihomepag/Molokini.htm   (275 words)

  
 Maui Molokini Snorkel with Activity Warehouse
At Molokini Crater, you have the oppurtunity to encounter approximately 250 fish species, many of them are native to Hawaii.
Molokini is a volcanic cinder conein Maui County, whose summit is only about 160' above sea level.
If the molokini snorkel is a priority for you and your family, we suggest making your reservation for a morning trip.
www.travelhawaii.com /maui_molokini.php   (1878 words)

  
 Molokini Crater Maui Snorkeling And Scuba With Activity Savers Maui   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Molokini Crater is a volcano that never quite made it out of the water.
When selecting a Molokini charter the mooring pin for the boat makes a big difference in how much marine life you see and how crowded the waters are.
Because of the size of vessel the Prince Kuhio moor on the outer reef at Molokini.
www.activitysaversmaui.com /pages/molokini.cfm   (2183 words)

  
 Molokini Snorkeling
"Molokini snorkeling is one of the premier activities in all of Hawaii.
Molokini Island is actually the tip of an extinct volcano, barely peeking above the ocean surface between Maui and Kahoolawe, making Molokini snorkeling very unique indeed.
The bowl of the crater is teeming with marine life and wild Molokini snorkeling stories are told over and over again to the folks back at the hotel after a day's outing.
www.the-hawaii-vacation-guide.com /molokini-snorkeling.html   (447 words)

  
 molokini   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Each boat will line the entire reef of Molokini, and you snorkel around the circle of your boat, not to go into the next boats circle.
Molokini's reef extends from edge to edge and you will share 1/20th of the reef with the other great yachts.
These are not as far away as Molokini and they usually are not affected by the wind.
mauithrilltourz.homestead.com /molokini.html   (963 words)

  
 Snorkeling in Maui Snorkel Trips Molokini   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Molokini is awesome especially early early in the morning when the waters are the most calm and clear they'll probably be all day here on Maui.
Four Winds II Morning Snorkel to Molokini Once you are aboard this spacious vessel you'll soon discover why visitors consider this to be one of the best Molokini trips on the island.
Four Winds II Afternoon Snorkel to Molokini or Coral Gardens Once you are aboard this spacious vessel you'll soon discover why visitors consider this to be one of the best Molokini trips on the island.
www.maui-vacation-planner.com /activities/snorkeling.asp   (310 words)

  
 Molokini   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
On the way to Molokini we saw several humback whales, some of them were fairly close.
Molokini looks almost like the letter C. A Hawaii story tells about how the island was formed:
An angry Pele settled the dispute by cutting the lizard in half and turning her to stone.
www.geocities.com /mni12/maui2.htm   (425 words)

  
 Paragon Sailing Charters - Maui, Hawaii Experience sailing, snorkeling, whale watching, beach picnics, and beautiful ...
Molokini, a natural marine preserve and bird sanctuary, is one of the most visually stimulating snorkel experiences available to the visitors of Maui.
Paragon Sailing Charters combines the elements of performance sailing with the underwater experiences at Molokini; experiences that include over 250 varieties of tropical fish that school in cobalt blue water as clear as glass.
While at Molokini, indulge in the gourmet buffet lunch; refresh with icy cold beer, wine or beverages.
www.sailmaui.com /molokini.htm   (225 words)

  
 Molokini US Hawaii - travel information for Molokini and proud member of the .US Hawaiian Hypersite
Molokini is a marine life park, and one of Hawaii's top dives.
Molokini is divided into three separate areas that appeal to the beginner, intermediate, and expert divers.
Molokini's crater basin affords protected waters and an abundance of sea life, is only 35 feet deep,and is ideal for beginning divers and snorkelers.
www.molokini.us   (182 words)

  
 Molokini Snorkeling Tours - Barefoot’s Maui Guide
Molokini is of one of the premiere dive and snorkel spots in the world.
Molokini is a habitat for healthy coral formation and for thousands of marine animals.
Maui’s Maalaea Harbor is the main departure point to visit the waters between Maui and her smaller sister island daily throughout the year.
www.snorkel-molokini-maui-hawaii.com   (233 words)

  
 Paradise Maui Visitor Forum and Message Center   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Lived on Maui all my life and went there on a snokeling trip with my wife thinking that it would be great out there.
Trilogy also has a Molokini trip so the above guest was probably referring to Trilogy's Lanai Trip.
Molokini just has more people than fish so once you visit it once, you'll want to snorkel at other locations with alot less people!
www.paradisemaui.com /discus/messages/3/157.html?SaturdayJune120020918pm   (237 words)

  
 Fodor's Travel Guides | Forums Messages
I have snorkeled at both Molokini and Kealakekua Bay and the snorkeling at Kealakekua was far better.
Molokini is too crowded, too much diesel from all the boats.
Molokini is nice if you prefer a longer boat ride and a full day adventure, and the feeling of being out in the ocean.
www.fodors.com /forums/pgMessages.jsp?fid=1&tid=34649847&numresponses=17&start=0   (1015 words)

  
 Garden Gate BnB - Molokini Snorkel Cruise - Maui Hawaii
Four Winds II is a 55 foot glassbottom catamaran, fondly referred to as "the boat for fun-lovers".
Once onboard, you'll soon discover why Maui's visitors consider this trip to be one of the best to Molokini and why they have become a local favorite too.
By far, the Four Winds II is one of the best trips, in its class, to Molokini.
www.gardengatebb.com /pages/sea_activities/molokini_snorkel.html   (123 words)

  
 Molokini Snorkel   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
1) " Molokini" -- In re: Molokini Snorkel
Molokini is a volcanic crater south of the island of Maui, Hawaii and part of Maui County.It is a popular destination for SCUBA diving and snorkeling.
2) " Snorkel" -- In re: Molokini Snorkel
www.witchware.com /File/11922-Molokini.Snorkel.Html   (427 words)

  
 Activities-4-Less - Maui Activities at Wholesale Prices - Ocean Activities - Exploring Molokini.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
The sheltered lagoon within the crater, with its warm waters and coral reefs, is home to a wide variety of marine life.
Snorkel trips to Molokini are a fun and exciting adventure day trip for the whole family, and most are all-inclusive, providing continental breakfasts, and BBQ or deli-style lunches.
If you are diving multiple days, a trip to Molokini should be part of your itinerary.
www.maui-activities.com /zzmolokini.htm   (238 words)

  
 JoeTourist's Hawaii - Molokini Snorkle
The Island of Molokini is located off the southwest coast of Maui, and is formed from the tip of a volcano, which just breaks out of the water.
There are many, many cruises offered to Molokini, (both power and sail, and mono-hull, catamaran and trimaran) so you should find one that suits your taste in boats.
They expect to be fed once the boats arrive, and they swarm around the snorklers as soon as you enter the water.
joetourist.ca /hawaii/HiMolokini.htm   (881 words)

  
 CDNN :: Molokini divers rescued after 6 hours drifting at sea
Molokini divers rescued after 6 hours drifting at sea
Saturday, six hours after they were reported missing by their dive boat.
The dive group was caught in a strong current that pulled them well away from their dive spot toward Kahoolawe about four miles from Molokini.
www.cdnn.info /industry/i030215/i030215.html   (636 words)

  
 Molokini Snorkel   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Molokini is an ancient volcanic caldera that offers some of the clearest water for snorkeling anywhere in the world.
This powerful catamaran has a smooth ride to Molokini, which lies in the middle of the channel between Maui and Kahoolawe.
Because of the boat's speed, you arrive at Molokini before the crowds and you are guaranteed a small group for personalized service.
adventuremaui.com /molokini_snorkel.htm   (1274 words)

  
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Frustrated after months of searching, the hospital is considering scaling back its plan and converting Molokini II into a “crisis intervention unit” that would stabilize emergency patients but provide more limited care than the old facility.
Since Molokini was closed in June 2004, young patients in need of urgent mental health care have been sent by air ambulance to The Queen’s Medical Center in Honolulu for care.
Molokini II was the state’s only adolescent psychiatric unit outside of Oahu.
www.mauinews.com /story.aspx?id=6591   (519 words)

  
 Fodor's Travel Guides | Forums Messages
We are avid snorkelers and divers and were disappointed with Molokini, and also tried a snorkeling trip to Lanai, and aside from seeing a bunch of turtles, that was pretty boring, too.
Molokini was rough the day we were there.
I think its good to do Molokini at least once - just be sure to choose a good boat for the excursion.
www.fodors.com /forums/pgMessages.jsp?fid=1&tid=34535412&numresponses=3&start=0   (541 words)

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