Ultimate Maui Whale Watch Snorkel Tour

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Maui, USA

4 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Paddle out along the shores of Makena on the south side of Maui for a guided, 4-hour kayak and snorkeling adventure with green sea turtles. Enjoy the calm, clear water, with great views of Haleakala National Park and the majestic West Maui Mountains along the way. Plus, the turtle sightings are guaranteed on this small-group tour — not to mention whales in the winter and pods of dolphins from time to time. All snorkeling gear plus fresh Maui Gold pineapple and bottled water are included.

Kayak and snorkel on the south side of Maui
Enjoy the calm, clear water with beautiful scenery
Turtle sightings are guaranteed
Look for whales and dolphins
Snorkeling gear included

What's Included

Light refreshments
Local, professional guide
Bottled water
Use of Snorkeling equipment

Use of Snorkelling equipment

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

5232A Makena Alanui, Kihei, HI 96753, USA
Drive to the bottom of Honoiki St and look for White Van with Aloha Kayaks Maui logo on the side of van.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.7:15 am

Itinerary

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not wheelchair accessible
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

Minimum age is 10 years
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 37 reviews

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Whales and turtles!

Tyler_H, Feb 2026

We had a wonderful time whale watching in mid-February, and Griff was a great guide who was very knowledgeable. We also saw sea turtles and lots of fish while snorkeling. Griff got some pictures and videos too, which was great. One thing that was different than the Viator listing was that water & snacks were not provided. We had a great time, thank you!

Great guide but few whales spotted

Joel_B, Feb 2025

Our guide Griff was fantastic. Very knowledgeable and friendly. Unfortunately, there were only a few whales to be seen. But we were able to get nice pictures of sea turtles when snorkeling. Kind of hard to predict what you will see but had a great time overall.

An amazing and perfect day!

Deb_C, Jan 2025

This was such a memorable tour! I was concerned that I would be too weak to paddle this long, but did fine as we would stop and listen and watch. Griff’s love of the ocean and Maui and his vast historical and scientific knowledge was amazing and brought it all together for the perfect trip. We saw a new baby whale still being buoyed up by his Mama, several others as well, however my very favorite part was sitting and listening for about 15 minutes to a lone male “sing”!!! I have been so on many whale tours and I have never heard this!! Just beyond words! Our snorkel afterwards broad sightings of several sea turtles and beautiful coral and fish Thanks Griff for such a wonderful morning and experience!