Clear Kayak Tour: Explore Maui's Sea Life

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: 24 hours
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…
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…

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
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Georgina_s
Jan 16, 2025
BOOK THIS TOUR RIGHT NOW - AMAZING I cannot express how fantastic this tour was. I have been on a few since being in Hawaii but omg this is the best one! Not only did we learn so much but I have the most amazing time. The tour guides are so friendly and kind, it feels more like a friend/family experience than having a strict tour guide you have to follow to a routine. I learnt so so much about the island and the reef and life living there! You must snorkel after the kayaking. I was In the water for about 2 hours and saw 7 turtles a ray and so many fish! The tour guide even brought up see sea urchins (Safely) and showed me how they breath, eat and what they do in the ocean! If I am ever back here I will be coming straight back! Thank you so so much guys!!
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Randy_b
Jan 9, 2025
So Much More Than You Expect - We enjoyed the clear kayak and snorkeling tour with Jason, the company owner. We also met Gabriel, Jason’s more mature than his years, son. The location of the tour was perfect, right off the largest reef in Hawaii. The area was spectacular. What was more than I expected was the conversation with Jason. He presented it as an eco tour with information and history, but what it turned out to be was a long conversation with a friend, including a lot of laughs. We learned so much about the island, its history, resources and challenges, but we also learned about living and raising a son in Maui, being a good man who gives back to his community, and the challenges of responsibly running a business that relies on the natural environment. Jason and Gabriel are clearly good stewards of the natural environment they love. Jason touched my heart. Try the spice on the pineapple!
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Michael_p
Jan 4, 2025
Fantastic Tour - Jason took us out on our kayak tour and was so friendly and knowledgable about the reef and marine life. He took a special amount of personal time snorkeling with us so that was amazing. Highly recommend this company for your kayak/snorkeling guide!!
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Mary_e
Jan 1, 2025
Book now. Fantastic family run operation. They make you feel like part of their Ohana. - Great experience -- wish we did this at the start of our vacation! Gabriel's Ohana were informative and supportive of all levels of kayakers and snorkelers (I had a vest on the snorkel trip and it was great!). The clear kayaks with pontoons were super stable and offered ok views of some fish although most were too hard for me to see; regardless, it was pretty cool for an immersive experience. To hear the complete narrative, stay close to your kayak leader. We saw several turtles along the way -- that was definitely the highlight of the kayaking part. For the snorkeling, Jason was hands-down, one of the nicest and most knowledgeable guides I've met. He showed us all the sights (including a submerged turtle! YMMV) and he showed great empathy (he called them his Spidey-senses) and was checking in with all the participants as we went further and further out. Recommendation: book asap. book the late session if there is one, the unlimited snorkel time is key!
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Sush
Dec 30, 2024
Most personable and knowledgeable Kayak and Snorkeling tour. - We went with Gabriel ‘s Ohana for kayaking on 25th and then came back for snorkeling on 30th! What a blast it was. Absolutely one of the most amazing experiences we’ve had. Our son wanted to come back and snorkel with Jason as he really enjoyed the experience with him on the kayak. Family owned business and we felt so good supporting them, for the amazingly good times they helped us have. Memories of a lifetime!
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Kmannewyork
Dec 28, 2024
The best way to experience kayaking and snorkeling - and eco friendly - Jason, Gabriel and the rest of the team are perfect guides for this great day. They have the knowledge and experience to take you to the best snorkeling and kayaking spots and they make it interesting and educational. Most importantly, they respect the ocean and do what they can to preserve it for generations. A must do when you’re in Maui.
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Caryl_s
Dec 28, 2024
Fantastic kyaking! - We loved the clear kyaks. It was an extremely calm day and the water was very clear. We saw several sea turtles - they came right next to our kyak. Jason and his sons were very knowledgeable and helpful. They gave us unlimited time out in the kyak.
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Alberto_kalach
Dec 27, 2024
Amazing!!! - It was an incredible experience, Amazing guide!!! Totally recommended. Lots of fun and very experienced team!!!!!!!
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Don_s
Dec 6, 2024
Clear Views - Jason was super informative on ocean life and the islands. The clear kayaks were non-tipping. Water was clear and calm. Good visibility . The snorkel tour afterwards was well worth it as Jason was very familiar with the reed and how to swim out to the good spots. I saw more varieties of fish here than in molokini. The turtles were swimming around and we could see their heads pop up. The pineapple was a great treat too. Would definitely recommend. We felt safe the entire time.
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Diana_l
Dec 1, 2024
Very fun, educational experience - Tour guide was fun and accommodating! Loved listening to his stories and learning about Maui’s history. I would’ve liked to have kayaked more, we were mostly just floating in the water. The snorkel experience was amazing though! We went out pretty far and I always felt safe. The coral reef was beautiful.
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