Small-group coastal paddling with included photos and videos
2.5–3 hours
Up to 10 people
Guided kayak, snorkel gear, photos
Join a small-group guided ocean experience designed for a smooth, comfortable outing. Professional guides and high-end gear support your time on the water.
Say Aloha— Check-In & Gear Setup (15 min) Meet at the shoreline, get fitted with kayak and snorkel gear, and go over a short demonstration and safety briefing.
Kayak Launch (15 min) Launch from Olowalu, the largest reef system on Maui and paddle in the shallow reefs with stunning panoramic views of the West Maui Mountains. The shallow reef system creates an opportunity to observe marine life directly from your kayak.
Whale Watching (Seasonal) (45 min) Observe the playful habits of one of the largest animals in the world, The Humpback Whale from your kayak.
Snorkel at Turtle Town (45 min) Anchor the kayaks and snorkel with your guide. Look for sea turtles, tropical fish, and diverse marine life at Maui’s largest reef, the Mother Reef. Your guide may also safely point out and share select marine life like red pencil sea urchins and pin cushion starfish—and if you’re lucky, even an OCTOPUS.
Return Paddle & Wrap-Up (30 min) Paddle back to shore and finish with a quick recap of the experience.
Receive a full refund with at least 72 hours' notice of cancellation. Receive a full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.
Product ID: QKHJC7
Bring towels and reef-safe sun screen. You can also bring a tip for your guide if you wish.
Yes. Photos and videos are included at no up-charge.
You must be age 7 or older to join.
Olowalu Beach, 700 Olowalu Village Rd., Lahaina, HI 96761
Guides like Robbie, Joe, Alex, and Payson consistently earn praise for their patience with nervous first-timers and ability to make everyone feel comfortable in the water. Multiple families mention how helpful the instructors were with anxious children and inexperienced snorkelers, providing clear step-by-step guidance that built confidence quickly. The tours regularly deliver turtle sightings at Turtle Town, plus other marine life like octopuses, starfish, and reef fish. Guests appreciate that photos and videos are included rather than being sold as add-ons, and several reviewers mention the optional underwater scooters as a fun way to conserve energy. There's one legitimate concern worth noting: a guest was uncomfortable watching guides handle and pass around wildlife for photo opportunities, including a stressed baby octopus that inked defensively. This practice goes against standard wildlife tourism ethics, even if it's not technically illegal in Hawaii. The overwhelmingly positive feedback otherwise highlights the company's safety-first approach, reasonable pricing, and flexibility with booking. Adam gets specific shoutouts for accommodating last-minute requests and monitoring conditions to ensure the best snorkeling locations. Beach access tours are especially popular for seeing more turtles in less time than boat excursions.
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