Maui

15 Best Maui Kayak Tours

This list favors kayak tours that run the way guides prefer: early start, small group, living reef under the hull. Most launch at first light from Makena or Olowalu because trade winds rough up the water by late morning. Olowalu shelters one of the oldest reefs in Hawaii; look, don’t stand.

1.Clear Kayak and Snorkel Tour From Makena in South Maui

Discover the stunning underwater world of South Maui with our Clear Kayak and Snorkel Tour. Crystal-clear views await you! Book now and dive into adventure.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“A must do when in Maui. You'll see turtles and tropical fishes under the kayak. Kyle, our guide was very attentive. We would do it again, when we come back in Maui.”

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3.Turtle Reef Kayak Tour of Makena, Maui

Explore the captivating underwater world of Makena, Maui with our Turtle Reef Kayak Tour. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

★ 4.5

“Great tour and great experience. We saw so many turtles and different kinds of fish. Tyler was awesome! He had such a good understanding of the area and his love for the area definitely showed. I would definitely book with him again.”

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5.Kayak and Snorkel – South Shore Turtle

Discover the breathtaking beauty of the South Shore Turtle as you kayak and snorkel your way through crystal-clear waters. Unforgettable adventures await!

★ 5.0

“Had an amazing kayaking/snorkeling trip with our guide, Rabbit! He mentioned there were still whale sightings in late April, so we paddled 1.5 miles straight out in the ocean. It paid off! We could hear a baby whale calling to its mom and it jumped…”

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6.Lahaina Kayak and Snorkel Excursion

Discover the beauty of Lahaina underwater with our thrilling kayak and snorkel excursion. Swim with vibrant marine life and explore hidden gems in this unforgettable adventure.

★ 4.5

“Guide was very friendly and there is all you can drink water and snacks. All equipment is provided and is in relatively good condition. There is a short tutorial how to kayak and some do’s and dont’s. Your trip travels through a lagoon where small…”

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8.South Maui: Premium Turtle Town Kayak and Snorkel Tour

Discover the hidden gems of South Maui on an unforgettable kayak and snorkel tour. Swim with turtles and explore the stunning underwater world. Book your adventure now!

★ 4.8

“This was such a great first kayak experience! The guides were very knowledgeable and I felt very safe being led by them. I definitely recommend taking Dramamine before going. Hoping to do this again when I’m in Maui!”

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9.Kayak and Snorkel: Maui West Shore

Traverse the stunning Maui West Shore by kayak and snorkel, immersing yourself in a vibrant underwater world. Discover the marine wonders that await.

★ 4.5

“This tour was less expensive then the other tours and the only one left. I did not have high expectations. We kayaked to our first spot (not very far) and saw plenty of sea turtles. We kayaked to our 2nd spot and saw plenty of…”

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10.Turtle Town Clear Kayak & Snorkel Tour (11am-1pm)

You'll be enchanted by the Turtle Town Clear Kayak & Snorkel Tour, where you'll glide over Maui's stunning volcanic reef and spot sea turtles up close.

★ 5.0

“The experience was great! Macarana sent us a text to make sure we had the locations correct and directions on where to meet. There were 10 people in the group with our family being 4 of those, spread across 5 kayaks and Macarana man”

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

Join us for an unforgettable adventure in South Maui! Experience whale watching, kayaking, and snorkeling on our guided tour in the beautiful town of Kihei. Book your tour today!

★ 4.7

“Madison was the absolute best!! Neither of us had experience with kayaking. We felt very comfortable chasing whales in the deep waters of Maui ! We witnessed a double breach ( mom and baby) and double whale tale - as if they were performing synchronized…”

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12.Kayak Whale Watching Tour (7am-10am)

Experience the thrill of whale watching up close and personal on our exhilarating Kayak Tour! Join us from 7am-10am for an unforgettable adventure.

“This was the best whale watching experience!! It really is so different than being on a boat - being able to get so close to the whales was really special. Chris was absolutely phenomenal. We really appreciated his knowledge and ability to find the whales!”

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13.South Maui: Self Guided Clear Bottom Kayak Tour

Explore the beauty of South Maui on a self-guided clear bottom kayak tour. Experience the stunning underwater world and enjoy the breathtaking views of the coastline. Book your adventure now!

★ 4.6

“super activités on voir bien les récifs a travers le fond du kayak il manquerait peut-être une Map de la côte et des fonds juste pour repérer ou se trouvent les zones où il y a le corail et les récifs et donc les poissons”

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14.Maui: West Side Discovery Kayak & Snorkel From UKUMEHAME

Explore the beautiful west side of Maui with a kayak and snorkel adventure from Ukumehame. Discover stunning marine life and enjoy the breathtaking views of the island.

★ 4.7

“We ended up not going to the West Side and I’m very glad! We went to McKenna Landing near Keihi which was a closer drive. John was so awesome and fun to learn kayaking from! Our group saw several turtles and bottle nose dolphins got…”

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