Hawaiian Outrigger Canoe Cultural and Turtle Tour

Overview

Take an adventure and experience an important part of Hawaiian history on this 1-hour canoe tour in Maui. Paddle a traditional Hawaiian outrigger canoe while learning about the ancient art of Wayfinding and Celestial Navigation used by early Hawaiian voyagers. Departing Wailea Beach, you'll paddle along Maui's scenic south shores and view an abundance of marine life, including endangered green sea turtles! Come see the Kohola, or Humpback whales Nov-April during their seasonal migration!

City: Maui

Mon 23 Dec

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Starting at $155.00

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Mon 23 Dec

Starting at $155.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Canoeing equipment

Professional guide

Local taxes

Outrigger canoe excursion

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children 5 and younger are not recommended
You must be able to paddle a minimum of a half mile
Check-in is 20 minutes prior to the booked tour start time

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (43)

LauraK5795

Oct 2019

A truly once in a lifetime experience to row as a crew in an outrigger while learning about the islands and history of ocean navigation. We were treated with excellent care from start to finish. Location near Hotel Wailea and parking was made very simple to arrive and plan. Mahalo to Kevin and team for your continued efforts in paying Aloha and Ohana spirit forward.

Response from Host

Feb 2020

Aloha Laura, Mahalo for your kind and thoughtful words! You’re evidence that Aloha resides in each of us!#AlohaIsfree! Aloha and a hui hou....until we meet again, never goodbye!

pkevinsmith

Jun 2019

Excellent 1 hour excursion. Randy and his crew were very knowledgeable and entertaining. He made sure we saw a few turtles, and his tid-bits of info were very interesting not found through a google search. Thanks a bunch. Strongly recommend.

Response from Host

Feb 2020

Aloha and mahalo for the TripAdvisor review! If you happen to be in Maui Nov-April, the Kohola or humpback whales are here for their annual migration! A hui hou...until we meet again, never goodbye! Malama pono, Kevin

Explore804272

Jun 2019

This is both a fun activity as well as an educational one. Kevin, who started this company, took us on a tour from Wailea Beach to the reef close by where we saw some beautiful, large turtles. Before we got into the outrigger canoes, he talked to us about some Polynesian history as well as local culture and language. Throughout the tour, Kevin was informative as well as funny. It’s clear that he’s passionate about his culture and would like the rest of the world to know about it too. The paddling is not difficult and the water was quite calm on the morning we were out. It was a really great experience to be out on the water and being so close to the turtles and reef. Highly recommend this activity!

Response from Host

Feb 2020

Aloha and mahalo for the TripAdvisor review! Can’t believe I get to meet so many wonderful people each day, paddle a canoe in Maui and share Hawaiian culture with wonderful people!#dreamjob! Mahalo for meeting you,