Also early morning is the best time for snorkeling.

Maui snorkeling dangers. Dangers of Paradise 2021 - Here is a link to the 2020 thread. Snorkel during daylight hours. Water seal failure Carbon dioxide buildup.

In January 2018 nine people passed away while snorkeling and diving in Mauis waters. The spectacular sunsets the year-round summer weather and the scent of fresh air come with frightening costs. But even resort areas like Poipu on Kauai and Kaanapali on Maui report drownings and near-drownings on an annual basis in part due to the popularity of snorkeling among people of.

Comorbidities such as asthma diabetes heart diseases or recent bout of flu or other infection. Fatigue anxiety or decreased experience in the ocean or with the activity of snorkeling. From 2010 to 2019 Maui County accounted for 27 percent 203 of the states fatal ocean drownings which is more than Hawaii Island 114 and Kauai 78 combined.

At night underwater visibility decreases obviously the chance of encountering a shark increases and assistance is limited if you find yourself in danger. Not only are the waters typically calmer in the early morning but the sun also gets stronger between 10 am and 2 pm. Many of Hawaiis best snorkeling spots are located with protected bays.

All of which is well and true but the islands also see a number of injuries and fatalities on their copious hiking trails. 22 snorkeling safety tips. Maui has several nature preserves which is a good thing for both the fish and us snorkelers.

Im linking the 2020 thread here. Snorkeling in the northern areas of Maui can be unpredictable. 15 Things NOT To Do on Maui There are lists and lists of things to do on our island but there are also some things you shouldnt do on Maui.