Kayak and snorkel within mauis beautiful waters with some incredible sea life. We had taking a snorkel tour with maui sailing canoe during smoother water time in may of 20. Private kayak tours are a great alternative to large boats and group kayak tours to snorkel or whale watch in maui. Endangered species act of 1973, it is estimated that only around 30% of the original humpback whale population remains today, a total of 30,000 to. Maui whale watching tours on canoe, kayak or stand up paddle board. This is mauis premier method for ecofriendly whale watching. Amazing whale watching with maui sailing canoe go visit. For thrillseekers of all ages, pacwhales maui snorkeling tours offer the adventure of a lifetime. I had wanted to kayak down at makena for 20 years and finally we did it. These are prime areas for surface activity, so get ready for the thrills of a lifetime.
The ocean is filled with the sounds of their breathing, splashing and playing. Kayaking at olowalu beneath the back drop of mauna ka halawai, or west maui mountains as they are commonly referred is a great choice year round. Read this story as well as other articles written about keliis kayak tours, best maui kayak tours for over 25 years. Maui kayaking allows you to discover a unique side of the island when you paddle the stunning coastlines and pristine tropical waters teaming with sealife and coral reefs. When on a kayak, youre closer to the water and have a more personal connection with these amazing. Everything you need to know about whale watching on maui. You can watch the whales from many of mauis beaches, or even from an overcrowded whale watch boat, but imagine experiencing these gentle giants aboard a kayak from ocean level. Specializing in maui kayak tours and snorkeling, maui surf lessons, maui standup paddling lessons, hiking tours and private hiking tours, windsurfing and kite boarding. Maui whale watching guide humpback whales in hawaii.
Whale watch boats details and differences to help you decide. The life expectancy of humpback whales is an estimated 45 to 50 years, although research has suggested that many can live upwards of 90 years or more. This year i plan to work with other musicians to combine the sounds of the whales from my recordings with their beautiful music. These almost impossible to flip vessels provide a safe and secure option great for family, a couple or individual fun. Connect with your friends and family as our professional kayak guides take you paddling and snorkeling. Maui kayakers get up close look at whales honolulu, hawaii news. Kayaking is the perfect way to intimately explore maui s beautiful waters and form a deeper respect and understanding of maui s delicate marine environment. Enjoy views of haleakala, molokini crater, kahoolawe, lanai, molokai and hawaii big island on a clear day enjoy secluded whale watching, away from the large whale watch tour boats and big group kayak companies. Be sure to enjoy every moment of your ocean excursion.
Maui whale watching humpback whales at maalaea, kihei. During the winter months, the maui coast plays host to the majestic humpback whales who visit the area to mate and give birth. Maui kayaks maintains a safe and respectful distance while observing migrating and mating pods of majestic humpback whales while kayaking. We offer ecofriendly, guided kayak and snorkel tours plus stand up paddleboard adventures. Experience whales in their natural habitat in the crystal clear waters of maui. Capped at eight people per tour maui kayak adventures and are offered january through. It looks like many of the kayak whale adventures leave from makena landing which is about an hour away. Visit mauis renowned turtle town during a guided kayak outing paddle amongst reefs that are home to a thriving sea turtle population head out to deeper waters to find and observe humpback whales give yourself a tropical treat that will inspire your mind and delight your senses. All of our ocean experiences are delivered with a focus on ocean and land ecology, hawaiian culture and of.
Maui whale watching tours kayak canoe sup hawaiian paddle. Kayak operators conduct easy to moderate tours through some of the islands most inviting seascapes in environments well known for abundance of marine life. Four seasons resort maui offers guests more ways than ever. Our certified marine naturalist guides will personally take you on a guided reef tour and also provide free digital photography. John shappell, our guide, made it the best activity ever. This last weekend, a group of kayakers with maui kayak adventures got legitimately freakedout by a curious humpback whale. This was mine and andys second time on the maui sailing canoe. In addition, youre going to have some great views of the neighbor islands. Ive been listening to and recording the songs of the humpback whales from my kayak for years. They distinguish themselves with the islands best guides and equipment. Watch wildlife in their natural habitat, snorkel molokini, lana. These tours run from december through march and provide you with a spectacular. The humpback whales return to hawaii for a few months every year to mate and give birth, so malolo takes you out to see them from december 8 th april 15 th.
Their deluxe dolphin lanai snorkel adventure is one of the best ways to experience the island of lanai, including stunning views of the sea cliffs and caves. Escape from the crowds, buses and tour boats and see maui from the ocean perspective. If youre looking for some of the best maui adventures, look no further than a maui kayak tour. Maui kayak adventures kihei 2020 all you need to know. Kayak and snorkel within maui s beautiful waters with some incredible sea life. Pride of maui is the most stable and spacious boat on maui with incomparable amenities including two restrooms, glass bottom, water slide, submerged boarding ladders, warm showers, a large hardwood bar and over 2500 feet of. Four seasons resort maui offers guests more ways than ever to. On a private kayak tour our knowledgeable guide is there to cater to your guests only, we dont combine parties. Pacwhale ecoadventures are based on nearly four decades of marine research and ecotourism experience. On a large group kayak tours there can be up to 14 people per guide and youll never know who else is going to be. Maui kayak adventures offers their very own whale watch tour. Although officially classified as an endangered species in the u. Maui kayaks guided kayak and snorkel eco adventures. At aloha kayaks maui our mission is to protect our oceans for future generations by operating a sustainable tourism business while providing fun and educational adventures.
Without a doubt, one of the most amazing marine wildlife adventures youll ever have the opportunity to partake in is a chance to witness the majesty of the north pacific humpback whales in their natural environment year, after year, these magical mammals grace hawaiian. From swimming in sight of dolphins to exploring mauis most vibrant coral reefs and volcanic craters, our expert team provides active guidance ensuring every guest is safe and prepared for a funfilled snorkeling experience. Kayak whale watching, green sea turtles snorkel tours. From middecember to midmarch, every year our waters are filled with humpback whales returning home. We are already planning a trilogy lanai day, ill be doing an am kaanapali whale watch while dh is out with captain fuzzy fishing, and a sunset cruise with scotch mist on our last. Humpback whale waving to kayakers who were whale watching. Tours from maui kayak adventures tend to sell out travelers recommend booking in advance. This high speed catamaran leaves from maalaea harbor and can get you to the whales quickly. Which maui activity combines kayaking, snorkeling, turtles, dolphins and whale watching. Pacific whale foundation supports research and education about the humpback whales. Departing from makena in south maui, these naturelovers paddled out with a guide to enjoy the beauty of maui from the water, get a little exercise, and do some snorkeling. Recommended by fodors travel guide as one of the highestrated maui kayaking tours.
Maui whale watching tours kayak canoe sup hawaiian. Kayaking is the perfect way to intimately explore mauis beautiful waters and form a deeper respect and understanding of mauis delicate marine environment. We use ocean kayak malibu twos, scuppers and scramblers. As whale season approaches, four seasons resort maui at wailea has created a variety. Join maui undersea adventures the resorts onsite water activity experts for an exploration of the magnificent south maui coastline by kayak. Maui kayak tours best guided kayaking trips keliis. Whale watching experiences on maui mauis best whale watching tours. A curious baby calf humpback whale swims up to two kayaks off maui, hawaiis southern coast. Whale watching in maui surfing kayaking four seasons.
Enjoy ample room, and more time on the water with pride of maui out of maalaea harbor, a convenient location between wailea and lahaina. On our maui whale adventures, we get in the water and immerse ourselves in the absolutely spectacular beauty and majesty of their energy and their song. Whale watching is one of the most popular things to do in maui, and theres no surprise why. Things to do maui vacation rentals chase n rainbows. Youll see amazing wildlife, enjoy special moments, views and hear stories of maui. The resorts onsite ocean experts, maui undersea adventures. Come snorkel, sup, kayak or whale watch on maui in makena bay and olowalu tours. Pacific whale foundation this is the largest and bestknown whale watch company on maui. With a number of private or group options at their fingertips, the concierge will recommend the perfect catamaran, sailboat or zodiac for guests looking for. Kayaking offers you an ecofriendly way to enjoy the ultimate whale watching. Every trip is led by certified marine naturalists who provide a truly unique, educational and fun adventure at sea. Theres a reason why this was on hawaii news now at 5 last night. Learn why snorkeling from a guided kayak tour is a top thing to do in maui.
On this 4 hour kayaking tour, youll take the kayaks out from makena or olowalu and watch whales in between snorkel sessions. If you happen to be visiting outside of whale season, check out the normal maui kayaking tours. Kayak and snorkel tours, rentals, and whale watches on mauis beautiful north shore, south shore, and west shores. Maui whale watching is most thrilling aboard the malolo. Most amazing thing we have done in maui in 35 years of coming. If youve been on a whale watch trip, and you didnt find it lifechanging, you didnt go whale watching in maui during season. Humpback whale breaching skeleton of humpback whale, iceland humpback whale tail with kayak, ship, boat, showing on the dive, antarctic peninsula whale watching safari with humpback whales at iceland humpback whale fin life sized realistic jumping baleen humpback whale figur with seal on head at ecomare sea animal sanctuary and nature museum tour boat watching a. No crowds, no feet getting stepped on for a better view, no heads in the way, no engine noises or diesel fumes its just you, your family, and friends and the. They offer a variety of tours, including kayaking, whale watching, paddle boarding, and snorkeling adventures. Humpback whales swim up to kayaks in maui hawaii youtube. Here in hawaii, we are lucky enough to host several of the worlds most amazing marine animals, from hawaiian green sea turtles and spinner dolphins to hundreds of species of tropical fish.
If youre going to maui, we highly recommend booking a tour with them. Kihei, hawaii a group of maui kayakers got more than they expected out of their saturday morning paddle. Enjoy a snorkeling, kayaking and whale watching excursion all in one with maui. Whale watch kayaking and snorkel tour in kihei kihei.
Aloha kayaks maui is dedicated to sustainable ecotourism practices and protecting mauis reefs and sea life. The kayak and snorkel tour in maui by maui kayak adventures is a threehour adventure full of fun and swimming with sea turtles and other marine life. Our rafting vessels host less than 26 guests per trip, creating a fun and uncrowded experience. With four trips daily, captain steves rafting can fit into your vacation plans no matter what they are. Maui whale watching tours are offered december through april. The nice thing about being on a private whale watching tour in maui is if you want to break up your trip and snorkel for part of the tour you can. Group whale watch kayaking tour maui kayak adventures. A mother and calf swim over to say hello join our multiday retreats on maui as we explore the island and its.
We would like to do a kayak whale watch tour in early march and staying at the kahana sunset. Kayak and snorkel tour in maui, hawaii with maui kayak. Enjoy a kayak trip guided by experienced and enthusiastic certified kayak guides, making sure you experience every type of marine life that maui has to offer, while in a safe, friendly. Each of keliis kayak tours in west maui include snorkeling and there are two different excursion lengths to choose from. The resorts onsite ocean experts, maui undersea adventures, educate guests on the marine ecosystem during an intimate kayak whale watch adventure. Maui eco tours, has been mauis premier kayak, snorkel and water sport lessons, rental and tour provider since 1991. Maui whale watching is one of the most popular activities to do in hawaii. Jump in for a snorkel or enjoy an extraordinary encounter with the humpbacks during whale season.
Enjoy views of haleakala, molokini crater, kahoolawe, lanai, molokai and hawaii big island on a clear day enjoy secluded whale watching, away from the large whale watch tour boats and big group kayak companies swarming makena and wailea, during. See the most comprehensive whale watching visual guide all about humpback. We are proud to have been featured in conde nast traveler magazine. Our maui whale watching tour is truly an exceptional vacation value. These tours are all offered with south pacific kayaks, mauis most respected kayak touring company. Youll enjoy a full two hour whale watch combined with snorkeling a beautiful coral reef.