Olowalu, Maui: Exciting Clear Kayak Tour with Pontoons and Optional Snorkeling
4.8
110 Ratings
Maui County
Experience an exciting clear kayak tour in Olowalu, Maui. Paddle over majestic coral heads, spot a variety of sea life, and even have the option to snorkel. Perfect for families and beginners. Book now and support UHMC!
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Maui - Paddle out into the Alalakeiki Channel with our experienced and knowledgeable guides. As you glide across our beautiful reefs the clear kayak acts as one big snorkel mask that magnifies the reef below. With a vast array of wildlife you never know what you will see like octopus, eels, sea turtles, manta rays, seals and schools of fish like the humuhumunukunukuapua’a just to name a few. Our professional photographer and drone operator on shore not only bring peace of mind by being an eye in the sky but are there to capture once in a lifetime moments as you, your friends and family experience the beauty Maui has to offer up close and personal. Photo/video package with drone and go pro footage available for an extra fee. We provide long sleeve rashguard, reef safe sunscreen, refillable water bottle with ice cold R/O water, dry bag, bananas/granola while on the water and fresh cut local pineapple on your return to the shore.
What's Included
- Reef safe sunscreen
- Fees and Taxes Included
- Complimentary Snacks
- Rash Guards for Sun Protection
- Dry Bags Provided
What's Not Included
- We recommend bringing a hat and sunglasses.
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Embark on a guided expedition across splendid coral formations in pursuit of the diverse marine life of Maui. The transparent bottom of the kayak amplifies the reef and its vibrant inhabitants beneath you. Stability is ensured with pontoon modifications, making the kayaks nearly untippable and unsinkable. Each tour accommodates a cosy group of just 10 participants per guide, guaranteeing a personalized experience. The activity is enjoyable for people of all ages and beginner-friendly.
From December till April, you have the chance to sight the migratory Humpback Whales that visit for mating purposes.
As a top-tier tour operator, we provide top-notch equipment. Our recently manufactured kayaks, custom-sized life jackets, rash guards, sunscreen, and dry bags are offered free of additional charges. Our guides are certified in CPR, advocates for environmental protection, and possess in-depth knowledge of the surrounding vegetation and wildlife that you will encounter during your expedition.
We take pride in being the sole kayaking company in Maui that supports charity. Every booking contributes towards UHMC!
- weight restriction 275 pounds (call for options)
Location
Olowalu Beach
On highway 30, just past mile marker 14 across from the "Welcome to Olowalu" sign heading west. We have a black SUV with Gabriel's Ohana on the door and a big wooden trailer. Coming from Lahaina/Kaanapali side it is just past mm 14.5 and the sign reads Aloha. Along the shore, no parking lot.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(110 Ratings)
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Audrey_j
Apr 22, 2024
Mahalo - Gabriel Ohana are awesome and you can tell how much pride they have for the island and giving the best history lesson of kayaking and stories about the marine life. This is just not a kayaking adventure but a true Maui adventure. Mahalo for the best birthday ever.
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Passenger826533
Mar 26, 2024
Great excursion - Super chill and relaxing trip. We learned lots and saw so much sea life. He spent a lot of time showing us various sea creatures
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Geri_l
Mar 13, 2024
Nicest kayak touring people - Jason talked non stop but his stories were fun, informative and fun to listen to. We got to see turtles and some coral but the water that day was murky so we didn’t get to see as much as we would have liked. They provided everything that was needed and more, we would do it again. Sending love and light to Jason and Gabriel they are great! Aloha!
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Jazmin_r
Feb 28, 2024
Easy going, educational and fun. - we were encouraged to take our time during the kayak tour and snorkeling session - I did not feel like i was on the clock to end our session on time. as promised, we had upclose interactions with several turtles (within an arms length) and spotted multiple whales from afar. Lots of voral and fish to see at this site as well. our tour included lots of interseting history and some dad jokes. the clear bottom kayak experience was cool (Tip: easier to see through clear bottom if the surface is wet/covered with water.)
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Leo_o
Feb 25, 2024
Great Experience - The tour guides were extremely friendly and helpful. They tailored the tour to our groups skill level.
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Greggm2018
Feb 23, 2024
Live Ohana - Hawaii is so much more than just it’s scenic beauty, and in this tour you get not only amazing scenery, but a sense of real Aloha and Ohana. Owner and guide Jason brings you into his family with incredible warmth and sincerity. His stories bring you into his world, filled with lessons from history, tales of the success in restoring life to the reef, and all the creatures who inhabit it. We saw turtles swim under our clear canoes, and whales play and breech. We experienced the wonderful peace of slowly paddling over a beautiful reef. But most of all, we were treated as family. This is the real Hawaii, and you should not miss it.
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644cathyl
Feb 21, 2024
Fantastic Ohana - We had a great time with Gabriel’s Ohana! They really did make us feel like family. It was exactly what we wanted: low stress, not a fitness challenge and super relaxing to just be out on the water, enjoying the scenery and Jason’s stories and knowledge about the islands and sea life. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for something different to do on vacation.
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Jacobgo3787nj
Feb 13, 2024
Clear Kayak + Snorkeling Adventure - The clear Kayak tour was phenomenal. Our tour guide provided so much in depth knowledge on island history and sea life expertise. But our favorite part was the snorkeling adventure. The instructor is extremely patient and teaches those who are new to the activity. The waters are so clear and you get to see so many amazing underwater sights such as coral reefs, hundreds of unique fish, and the occasional turtle! He would even dive down to these coral reefs and bring up certain sea creatures for us to hold and instruct us on their purpose in the ocean. We would 110% recommend booking Gabriel’s Ohana for your next Maui excursion!
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Beatrice_r
Feb 3, 2024
What an unforgettable experience! - I'm still beaming with joy after our private kayak tour with Gabriel's Ohana. It's clear that this family-run business pours their heart and soul into creating unforgettable experiences. The personalized attention and expert guidance made us feel like part of the ohana (family). Witnessing majestic whales up close was awe-inspiring, and the fresh pineapple with li hing powder afterwards was a delightful touch. The thoughtful bracelets gifted to us by our guide? A heartwarming gesture that embodies the aloha spirit. Gabriel's Ohana, you've not only shown us the beauty of the ocean but also the warmth and love of your family. We'll cherish this memory forever.
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Littlebeth78
Mar 30, 2024
Beautiful scenery - We enjoyed our kayak tour. It was beautiful! Jason and Gabriel were friendly and knowledgeable. We enjoyed Jason’s narrative as we kayaked. We had hoped to see a lot of sea life, but the clear kayak was difficult to see through. We did see some amazing reefs and one sea turtle. Sightings are always hit or miss with tours like this. We especially enjoyed the pineapple at the end and the Li Hing powder to sprinkle on it! We ended up buying some before we left the island.
My husband did the snorkeling at the end, he enjoyed that the most. He was able to see a lot of beautiful sea life.
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