Kihei, in Hawaii, is a small beach front community on the south side of the Island of Maui. Despite a population of less than 17,000, Kihei offers plenty of beach space. Beaches Kamaole I, II and III are always bustling with tourists enjoying the sunshine. Those beaches border a clear, blue sea, which is very popular for snorkeling.
Read up on the basics of snorkeling before you go. If you have a base of knowledge on topics such as breathing correctly, defogging your mask and using your fins, you should find it easier to put these into practice in Kihei.
Talk to the locals. Kihei is famous for its clear, blue waters and snorkeling opportunities and there are plenty of operators, so talk to locals and find out who has the most reasonable prices, the best equipment and the most worthwhile experience to offer before you dive in.
Research companies which offer snorkeling trips in Kihei. Sites such as bluewaterrafting.com, snorkelbob.com, mauidiveshop.com all organize snorkeling expeditions and could provide great ways to experience snorkeling in Kihei.
Plan your snorkeling trip for the morning if possible. This is the best time to snorkel in Kihei as the wind picks up as the day goes on. Earlier, the water is calmest, as well as crystal clear and perfect for snorkeling.
Relax in the water. You will get much more pleasure out of snorkeling if you are calm. You will also be less threatening to the aquatic wildlife when swimming in a relaxed way, which will be far less disturbing to the fish.
