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The 15 Canoe & Kayak Tours on Maui That Are Worth It

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Maui Clear Kayak and Snorkel Tour: Swim with turtles (Makena)

Maui Clear Kayak and Snorkel Tour: Swim with turtles (Makena) - Clear-bottom kayaking: seeing the reef is the whole point

1.Maui Clear Kayak and Snorkel Tour: Swim with turtles (Makena)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 551 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $130Our pick

Small-group clear-bottom kayak and snorkel from Makena Turtle Town to see sea turtles, reef fish, and winter humpbacks.

“My husband and I had a great time. Kyle was very patient and made sure to check on everyone often. My husband and I almost sank the kayak when my husband tried to get back in after snorkeling but Kyle was very nice about it. He flipped it to get the water out and had us on our way in a few minutes. His patience and humor made it a very fun experience. Not everyone went snorkeling but he made sure to pull the kayak to show us the turtles. It was a great experience and I plan to do it again when I come back to Maui. Thanks again,…”

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Maui: Turtle Town Kayak and Snorkel Tour

Maui: Turtle Town Kayak and Snorkel Tour - The 3-Hour Plan and What Actually Happens at Each Stop

2.Turtle Town Kayak and Snorkel Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 345 reviews · 3 hours · from $120

Paddle Makena Bay for sea turtles and coral fish, then snorkel the best spots. Snacks, gear, small groups, and whale-season bonus.

“Booked this activity for My wife and two of my sons 18 and 22 years old while myself and my other son hung out at the beach where they launched for the morning. When my wife and sons came back and they had nothing but great things to say about the guide who was personable and friendly. Gave good instructions. While snorkeling they actually got to see a whale, turtles, tons of fish and a seal. They had nothing but great things to say about the activity. Highly recommend.”

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Turtle Reef Kayak Tour of Makena, Maui

Turtle Reef Kayak Tour of Makena, Maui - Snorkeling for Sea Turtles: Turtle Town Reefs and What You’re Actually Looking For

3.Turtle Reef Kayak Tour of Makena, Maui

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 328 reviews · 2 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $121

Paddle Makena Bay on a small-group kayak tour with snorkeling for sea turtles, plus gear, safety coaching, and local guide stories.

“Miah was an experienced, knowledgable guide. He captured phenomenal pictures of our trip and could speak to a variety of topics about Hawaii. We had a blast!”

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Private Stand Up Paddle Boarding Tour in Turtle Town, Maui

Private Stand Up Paddle Boarding Tour in Turtle Town, Maui - What happens during the 2-hour SUP experience (and why it feels personal)

Clear Kayak Tour with Pontoons and Optional Snorkeling-Unlimited

Clear Kayak Tour with Pontoons and Optional Snorkeling-Unlimited - The 3-Hour Paddle: Reef Time, Easy Pacing, and Those Calm-Water Conditions

Kayak & Turtle Town Snorkel(Turtles Guaranteed) + Whale Watching

Kayak & Turtle Town Snorkel(Turtles Guaranteed) + Whale Watching - Turtle Town snorkel: the natural cleaning station moment

South Shore Turtle Kayak and Snorkel Experience

South Shore Turtle Kayak and Snorkel Experience - Meeting at 5180 Makena Alanui, Then Getting Kitted Up

7.South Shore Turtle Kayak and Snorkel Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 184 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $118

A beginner-friendly kayak and snorkeling trip in Makena Bay with green sea turtles, coral reef viewing, and easy paddling in Maui.

“It was fun to go kayaking and snorkeling with the family in a small group! Guide gave us some neat information about Hawaii, and we saw sea turtles, some cool fish and an eel. That being said, we hardly went anywhere in our kayaks, we were hoping to do a lot more paddling and explore more and the snorkeling was right near the shore which we could have done on our own - we thought we would be kayaking to somewhere remote to snorkel.”

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Kayak Whale Watch and Snorkel Hawaiian Islands Whale Sanctuary

Kayak Whale Watch and Snorkel Hawaiian Islands Whale Sanctuary - Kayak-and-snorkel Maui: what you’re actually paying for

8.Kayak Whale Watch and Snorkel Hawaiian Islands Whale Sanctuary

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 175 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $119

Kayak and snorkel Maui waters at Olowalu, spot sea turtles year-round, and hear humpback whale songs in season.

“Really awesome experience. I love Kayaking anyway, but being able to be so far out in the ocean and then to see the WHALES!!!??? Incredible. Honestly, I wish it had lasted about two hours longer! Also the whale-sounds microphone thingy Red has is REALLY cool, as well as the underwater cameras!!! An absolutely excellent deal on an incredible experience!!”

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Lahaina Kayak and Snorkel Excursion

Lahaina Kayak and Snorkel Excursion - Launching in Calm Water and Getting West Maui Views

9.Lahaina Kayak and Snorkel Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 175 reviews · from $89

Kayak off Lahaina, then snorkel the reef for sea turtles and monk seals. Small-group tour with snacks and gear, about 2.5 hours.

“Great snorkel and kayak trip with Tree!! Beautiful with so many airings; white tip sharks, turtles, monk seal and lots is fish. It was a perfect day!! Tree was very knowledgeable and great to interact with. Enthusiastic 10/19!!”

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South Maui: Premium Turtle Town Kayak and Snorkel Tour

South Maui: Premium Turtle Town Kayak and Snorkel Tour - The 210-minute flow: what the morning usually looks like

Kayak and Snorkel: Maui West Shore

Kayak and Snorkel: Maui West Shore - Getting There: Ukumehame Beach Park and the Real-Life Start

11.Kayak and Snorkel: Maui West Shore

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 104 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $118

Kayak Maui’s west shore and snorkel Ukumehame reefs for green sea turtles, calm water, small groups, and included gear.

“Really enjoyed the Kayaking and snorkeling. The guide did a great job of pointing out fish and corals. She was very informative on the marine wildlife.”

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Turtle Town Clear Kayak & Snorkel Tour (8am-11am)

Turtle Town Clear Kayak & Snorkel Tour (8am-11am) - On the water in 3 hours: the rhythm of the day

12.Turtle Town Clear Kayak & Snorkel Tour (8am-11am)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 100 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $130

Clear kayaks and reef snorkeling at Makena’s Turtle Town in a small group, led by attentive guides, with equipment and optional photo media.

“We had the most wonderful time! My daughter (10) had her heart set on seeing turtles, and the ocean gods delivered! Kris, our guide, was so kind, thoughtful, and knowledgeable. She taught us all about reef life and we saw so many magical creatures while kayaking. We ended up around turtles twice, once in our kayaks and again while snorkeling. An experience we won’t forget! Thank you, Kris!”

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South Maui: Whale Watch Kayaking and Snorkel Tour in Kihei

South Maui: Whale Watch Kayaking and Snorkel Tour in Kihei - Hands-On Instruction Before You Paddle Out

13.South Maui: Whale Watch Kayaking and Snorkel Tour in Kihei

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 93 reviews · 3 hours · from $118

Kayak off South Maui with a small guide team, watch whales from a sit-on-top kayak, then snorkel reefs with green sea turtles.

“John was our guide - his passion for his work is clearly evident and he took us to some of the best snorkeling locations we've been to. We were also fortunate to come across a pod of playful dolphins toward the end of our tour. What a pleasure to interact with all of these beautiful creatures. Highly recommend this tour, especially with John.”

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Maui South Shore Premier Kayak and Snorkel Tour from Makena Beach

Maui South Shore Premier Kayak and Snorkel Tour from Makena Beach - How the guide experience makes or breaks the trip

14.Maui South Shore Premier Kayak and Snorkel Tour from Makena Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $151

Early kayak and snorkel from Makena Beach for turtles and reef fish, with small groups, expert guides, and single or double kayaks.

“Our guide, John, was awesome! Very experienced, taught us the easiest and safest way to get into the kayak, out of the kayak, gave tips on everything in between (how to paddle properly, how to sit in the kayak so your back isn't hurting at the end of the tour, how to prepare your goggles and fins before getting in the water, etc.), and even got in the water and guided us showing us different types of fish, turtles, and coral. I love learning new things and he did not disappoint! Was very attentive to our needs, provided snacks and water, and one of the absolute best kayak and snorkeling…”

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Ultimate Maui Kayak Snorkel Experience

Ultimate Maui Kayak Snorkel Experience - Snorkeling the Reef: Sea Turtles, Coral, and Lots of Fish

15.Ultimate Maui Kayak Snorkel Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

3-hour Maui south-side kayak and snorkel with Hawaiian green sea turtles. Small group, safety briefing, and expert guide at Makena.

“My review is based on customer service. Our tour was canceled due to wind and I appreciated the early call, apology, and immediate full refund. I hope to book it again in the future because it’s exactly what I was looking for.”

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