About this tour
This four-hour kayak expedition pairs whale-watching with snorkeling at a sea turtle cleaning station off Maui's south shore. Led by an owner-operator with over a decade of local knowledge, the small-group setup lets you hear whale vocalizations and observe them at eye level—a stark contrast to crowded motor boats. You'll paddle stable, purpose-built kayaks to track seasonal visitors, then transition to the reef to swim with Hawaiian green sea turtles and explore volcanic coral formations. High-resolution photos are included.
Highlights
- Hear whale songs and breathing from kayak-level distance
- Swim alongside Hawaiian green sea turtles at natural cleaning station
- Explore South Maui volcanic coral reef formations
- Owner-guided with 10+ years Maui water expertise
- High-resolution digital photos delivered same day
- Stable, high-performance kayaks; premium snorkel gear provided
- Small group limits, no crowded harbor boats
What to expect
You'll start with a safety and paddling briefing, then launch in a two-person kayak designed for tracking marine life. The guide positions you to observe whales in their natural behavior, taking advantage of the quiet paddle approach to pick up underwater vocalizations. After 1.5–2 hours on the water, you'll transition to the shoreline turtle site. Here you'll snorkel in shallow reef waters where green sea turtles gather to feed and rest. The water is typically calm, but moderate fitness helps with paddling endurance. The guide shares local spot recommendations for future visits and handles logistics so you stay focused on the marine life.
Good to know
Bring moderate fitness level for paddling. Secure dry box keeps valuables safe; water and premium gear provided. Photos delivered digitally same day. Gratuities not included but Venmo available. Check with the operator on whale season timing (roughly December–April for humpbacks).
Frequently asked
- How long does Kayak Whale Watch & Turtle Town Snorkel - Free Photos Included take?
- Kayak Whale Watch & Turtle Town Snorkel - Free Photos Included runs for approximately 4 hours.
- How much does Kayak Whale Watch & Turtle Town Snorkel - Free Photos Included cost?
- Prices start from USD $150 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Kayak Whale Watch & Turtle Town Snorkel - Free Photos Included run?
- This tour operates around USA. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Kayak Whale Watch & Turtle Town Snorkel - Free Photos Included?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. Coral Reef Info earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original Coral Reef Info summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.