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West Side Discovery Kayak & Snorkel Tour

Maui, USA
  • 3 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Explore Maui’s “Mother Reef” on this half-day guided kayaking and snorkeling safari along the shoreline of Olowalu, where you’ll swim and splash amidst massive corals that are over 100 years old. As one of Maui’s largest reefs, the area teems with tropical marine life including fish, octopus and turtles—and there’s a very good chance you’ll encounter a turtle swimming right in front of your face.
  • Snorkeling and kayaking adventure along west Maui
  • All necessary equipment plus light refreshments provided
  • Stay safe with a CPR and First Aid certified guide
  • Enjoy more personal attention with a small group

What's Included

  • Beach Instructions and Safety Talk
  • Guide Assisted Launch and Landings
  • Quality Snorkel Equipment, PFD, and Where Required, Water Socks
  • Light refreshments
  • Quality Touring Kayaks - Singles and Doubles Available
  • CPR and First Aid Certified Guides with Many Years Ocean Experience
  • Local taxes
  • Gratuity (optional)
  • Hotel pick up and drop off

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Ukumehame Beach Park, 615 HI-30, Lahaina, HI 96793, USA

    Directions: Mile Marker 12 along hiway 30 • Google / Apple map "Ukumehame Beach Park" • Once in the immediate vicinity, look for truck with kayak trailer attached.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Start time
.7:15 am

Itinerary

This Maui snorkeling tour is conveniently located for visitors staying in West Maui, as Olowalu is only 15 south of in Ukumehame Beach Park. After a safety briefing and instruction on the beach, get properly equipped for paddling, before heading out into clear, calm waters that teem with colorful corals.

From your offshore perch, admire the view of Ukumehame Valley as it cuts through the mountain behind you, and don’t forget to scan the waters for sea turtles surfacing for air. While snorkeling the sand channels between the coral, follow schools of indigenous fish as they flit above the reef, and immerse yourself in a turquoise theater of magical, tropical calm.

In total, this Maui tour covers 2.5 miles (4 kilometers) of paddling.

Your tour ends back at the departure point, where your guide will help you land.

Ukumehame Beach Park (Pass By)

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Paddling distance is 2.5 miles
  • The 10:30am tour is only available to guests who are 16 years and over. The 7:15am tour is much better for weather and for children aged 6 years and over
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for child aged 5and under
  • Service animals allowed
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

Cancellation Policy

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

Reviews

3.8
based on 4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Our guide, Garrett, was...

David P, Sep 2015
Our guide, Garrett, was knowledgeable and very helpful! He anticipated what we needed to know and told us beforehand! Great fun!

good experience and easy to see...

Debora G, Aug 2015
good experience and easy to see turtle!! We had snorkeling in the only beach with shark alert in maui.
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