Paul is an excellent guide! Even though we ran 30 minutes late (lane close, road maintenance in a Kapalua Bay neighborhood), he was very patient and accommodating.
We were completely new to snorkeling, and got us up to speed and comfort within 15 minutes, provided all the equipment. As an experienced marine biologist, he gave us thorough intel on the marine life, terrain, and got us directly to a spot where sea turtles essentially congregrate and wait in line for a spa treatment from fish. I kid you not, there were 11 sea turtles within the vicinity, waiting for a school of fish to suck their seashells clean and silky smooth, Zohan style.
The colonies of coral and the sheer volume of fish active in their 'hood is astounding and wondrous, with teems of reef fish such as yellow tangs. Its Finding Nemo in real life, personal to your experience.
And Paul takes digital photos from his GoPro, and sent it to us free of charge within the day. Excellent, vibrant quality photos, up close and personal with the sea life.
I'm telling you, this is excellent value, and time savvy. We may have spent about an hour and a half from start to finish, and had plenty of time to grab Leoda's sandwich and pie house before the lunch rush line (at Paul's recommendation. He completely downplayed how excellent the the seared ahi tuna sandwich and corned beef and pastrami burger there, as well as the excellent pies that would bitchslap the best of what we get in Los Angeles).
Snorkeling with Paul was one of the best decisions and moments we spent here in Maui. Thank you so much!